Course code: HE20537V01

    Undergraduate Certificate in Sustainable Practice at National Environment Centre

    Undergraduate Certificate in Sustainable Practice

    Class details

    Schedule Available in both full-time and part-time modes.

    Variable

    Delivery Method of course delivery.

    Online

    Duration

    Course duration This represents the duration when studying in full-time mode.

    6 months

    Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

    9th Feb 2026

    End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

    30th Jun 2027

    Time Commitment

    Class and study time The average amount of time each week you'll spend in class attendance and participation, directed study, and any required work placements. You may also need to do additional hours of self-directed study.

    40 hours per week

    Fee details

    Course fees are released each semester.

    We'll confirm your fee before enrolment.

    Application Date

    Closes Last day for applications

    1st Feb 2026

    Student Loans

    This course is a Commonwealth FEE-HELP and HECS-HELP student loan approved course. To check if you are eligible to apply for either, please go to the Study Assist website

    Proposed timetableWhat time classes run

    You will be required to attend 40 hours each week, for 15 weeks, followed by a 3 week exam and assessment period. A timetable will be distributed at the time of enrolment.

    Additional informationOther things to know

    Assessments

    Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.

    • Knowledge assessments: research tasks, multiple-choice questions, assignments, written submissions, reports and presentations

    • Skills assessments: projects, case studies

    • Practical projects

    • Online discussion posts

    Work placement

    Work placement provides you with learning opportunities that can't be replicated in the classroom. It gives you valuable, real world experience and the opportunity to make industry connections.

    • Work placement opportunities, if any, will be confirmed with your teacher.

    Materials needed

    To complete this course, the following materials are required:

    • There are no materials needed for this qualification.

    Additional entry requirements

    To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.

    • As this is a fully online course you must have your own PC or laptop computer and internet access to access study materials and complete assessments.

    • To support your learning you will be expected to buy subject text books / e-books or access them at the campus library.

    SubjectsSubjects in this course

    Completion of this course requires you to successfully complete 4 subjects (40 credit points) made up of 4 core subjects.

    Core Subjects

    Elective Subjects

    Note: Some courses offer the opportunity to choose subjects from the complete suite of Higher Education electives that are delivered by TAFE NSW. Once you’ve enrolled, contact your Course Coordinator to discuss tailoring your course to align with your interests and goals.

    Course deliveryStudying Online

    Learn online. Unlike virtual classrooms, you won't have a timetable. All your course content will be available online for you to access at any time of the day from a computer with internet access.

    Your online course will include collaboration with your teacher and other students through online platforms. Your teachers are available and will provide you with support throughout the course.

    You may be required to attend a vocational work placement, on campus assessment and/or a teacher might need to observe and assess you in a real or simulated environment.

    Facilities

    TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.

    • Computer labs

    • Conference rooms

    • Library

    • Various specialist classrooms

    Student support

    We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.

    • Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm
    • Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm
    • Wed8:30 am - 4:00 pm
    • Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm
    • Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
    • SatClosed
    • SunClosed