Wollongong

Natural Resource Manager

A Natural Resource Manager is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to sustainably manage and conserve natural resources, including water, soil, forests, and wildlife.

Natural Resource Managers' duties include assessing environmental impacts, monitoring ecosystems, ensuring compliance with conservation regulations, coordinating land use, and collaborating with stakeholders to balance ecological, social, and economic needs, aiming to protect and enhance natural habitats and biodiversity.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $114,400
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a natural resource manager?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science)

On Campus
3 years
$0 - $123,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Ecology)

Blended
12 months
$7,950 - $8,360
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (Environmental Studies)

On Campus
12 months
$0 - $16,323
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Environmental Science

On Campus
12 - 24 months
$13,700 - $74,062
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Environmental Management

Blended, Online
18 - 24 months
$0 - $50,544
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science

On Campus
12 months
$19,320 - $34,700
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management

Blended, Online
6 - 8 months
$0 - $17,745
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Conservation Biology

On Campus
12 - 24 months
$9,960 - $48,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Diploma in Environmental Management

Blended
12 months
$9,100 - $32,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate of Environment

On Campus
6 - 12 months
$10,200 - $17,745
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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