Postgraduate Certificate in Sustainable Practice
Environment
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Gain foundational knowledge and specialist skills in sustainable practice through this postgraduate certificate. Designed for those interested in sustainability with an undergraduate qualification, it provides advanced understanding and application of sustainable frameworks.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
It will take a total of 19 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Develop foundational and specialist skills in sustainable practice
Learn theories, frameworks, and worldviews essential for understanding and advancing sustainable practice.
Apply knowledge to complex sustainability problems
Use interdisciplinary theories and methods to contextualise, address, and propose solutions for sustainability challenges.
Engage with Te Ao Māori perspectives
What You're Signing Up For
This is an ideal first step towards postgraduate study for those interested in sustainable practice. It develops higher-level understanding and specialist skills, equipping students with foundational knowledge of theories and worldviews (including Te Ao Māori) relevant to sustainable practice. You will learn to apply knowledge and interdisciplinary frameworks to address complex sustainability problems in various contexts.
Course Content
- Confronting Sustainability (MSSP800, 15 credits)
- Change Agency and Sustainable Practice (MSSP801, 15 credits)
- Discipline Specific Special Topic (MSSP802, 30 credits)
- Interdisciplinary frameworks and research in sustainability
- Theories, driving forces, and worldviews relating to sustainability, including Te Ao Māori
What you need to know first
Bachelor's degree or Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in a relevant subject area
Alternative entry considered based on equivalent skills via study, work, or life experience
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Sustainability
Environmental Management
Primary Industries
Education
NGOs
Business
