If you want to learn about sustainability, conservation, and ecosystem management, what better place to learn than at the TAFE NSW National Environment Centre (NEC), our unique 180-hectare working farm located near Albury.
Conservation & Ecosystem Management
Certificate III Conservation and Ecosystem Management
AHC31421-01Help preserve our ecosystem by learning how to preserve and rehabilitate our natural environment. Discover how to identify plants, pests and animals and work with national parks to restore bushlands and support conservation projects.
Sustainable Practice
Diploma Sustainable Practice
HE20517V01The higher education Diploma of Sustainable Practice is fully aligned with extensive research conducted by the peak, global industry association - the International Society of Sustainability Professionals (ISSP) - into the knowledge and skills needed to be an excellent sustainability professional.
Undergraduate Certificate Sustainable Practice
HE20537V01The higher education Undergraduate Certificate in Sustainable Practice is the first half of the Diploma of Sustainable Practice. This course enhances your current knowledge and skills, and prepares you for a career as an excellent sustainability professional.
The National Environment Centre – a truly unique place to learn
The centre utilises state-of-the-art facilities, including laboratories, glasshouses and rural science preparation rooms, to teach both theory and practical skills in conservation and ecosystem management, organic farming, environment-related studies and sustainable agriculture.
Green Gate Farm
Students can get their hands dirty and take all they’ve learned in the classroom to the fields at Green Gate Farm. Students learn how to design and use systems to mitigate climate risk and manage landscapes for the future of food security.
Here’s what our students have to say
Diploma of Permaculture
Permaculture has fundamentally changed the way Jimmy looks at the world. ‘The principles don’t just apply to gardens, the methodology works for everything, it’s amazing!'
Diploma of Permaculture
‘It’s been an amazing experience, and I really feel like I’ve found my tribe and my calling. The teachers were so knowledgeable. It was a perfect mix of hands on, practical skills and theory.’
Diploma of Permaculture
‘The teachers and education support officers really are amazing and seem to go out of their way to try and help you wherever the can.’