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Postgraduate Certificate in Energy Studies

School of Engineering and Energy

Qualification:
Postgraduate Certificate in Energy Studies (PgCertEnSt)

Availability:
International Online ['INT-ONLINE'] (external) (International offshore students only)
Murdoch campus (internal)
Murdoch campus (external)

Restriction:
All postgraduate courses are subject to restriction.

Duration:
1 semester full-time or part-time equivalent

The Postgraduate Certificate in Energy Studies is designed to cater for graduates of any discipline who wish to acquire knowledge and skills in the areas of energy management, built environment, energy systems or energy policy.
* A specialisation in energy systems will assist or enhance their work in areas such as energy management, the design of small to medium size energy systems and renewable energy research.
* A specialisation in energy policy will assist or enhance their work in areas such as energy policy and planning, energy economics and renewable energy research.
* A specialisation in energy management or built environment will be applicable to careers in energy efficiency in industry or the commercial sector.

Employment Prospects:
Graduates can expect to gain employment in power utilities, renewable energy manufacturing and installation companies, international aid organisations, Government departments, energy efficiency and environmental consultancies, university and private industry research organisations.

Admission Requirements: Onshore course offerings:
Recognised Bachelor's degree or higher, or equivalent training, or satisfactory preparation for the course through previous study or professional experience.

Some of the units taken assume some prior knowledge, details of which are given in the description of each unit in the Handbook. Some students may therefore need to complete additional prerequisite units.

English competence.

Internet access is required for students studying externally; exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Special Requirements:
This course is available to external students anywhere in the world who wish to study off campus using printed or Internet materials. Assistance is provided by tutors by telephone, letter or the Internet. External students usually study part-time, completing the certificate over one year or more.

Main research areas:
Renewable energy, remote area power supply systems, components and monitoring, energy management, solar cells, energy policy and economics.

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Students should ensure they are familiar with the University's internal legislation, including provisions specifically relevant to their studies. See the University Regulations and Rules.

Cancellation of Courses, Minors and Units
The University reserves the right to cancel, without notice, any course, major, minor or unit if the number of students enrolled falls below limits set by the University.

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