Master of Protected Area Conservation

Course Details

Protected areas cover more than 15% of global land mass, 20% of Australian land, and 40% of Tasmania. Effective conservation and management of this significant land estate is central to achieving global conservation and sustainable development goals. Conservation professionals need to be trained in aspects of governance, planning and management in order to ensure the protected area estate effectively conserves nature and natures benefits to people. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required by contemporary protected area conservation professionals working in middle or senior governance or management roles. This course covers governance, planning and management practice in government, private and community-based protected areas, as well as broader landscape contexts. Terrestrial, freshwater and marine protected areas are addressed. You will apply skills in governance, planning, and management to address complex conservation problems across landscapes and within protected areas.

Qualification: Master Degree (By Coursework)

Course structure: The course is primarily compulsory units, with year two offering a choice in units to Explore Conservation In Tasmania. The year two elective schedule features a range of place based Tasmanian learning experiences to explore topics such as Tourism, Cultural Heritage, Marine and Antarctic Environments, and Environmental GIS.