Environmental Impact Assessment
Develop your understanding of an environmental impact assessment (EIA) and gain the skills to identify, assess, and rank impacts.
| Length | 4 weeks |
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| Effort | 3 hours per week |
| Start date | Start studying as soon as you enrol |
| Level | Introductory |
| Fees | $250 Learn more |
About the course
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Learn how to conduct an environmental impact assessment (EIA)
How do you undertake forms of development without compromising environmental, social, and economic sustainability?
This four-week course will equip you with the skills to be able to decide what forms of environmental impact assessments (EIA) are needed and when to call on experts.
Exploring real-world applications, you’ll see what successful EIA implementation looks like and how you can apply this to different contexts. With this knowledge, you’ll be able to develop in your current or future role as an environmental professional.
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Explore different forms of impact assessment
You’ll discover a variety of impact assessments including environmental, social, cultural, and economic impacts.
This exploration will ensure you can gauge the impacts of development, how likely they are to occur, and how significant they will be.
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Align the EIA process with people
With an understanding of different impacts that can occur, you’ll unpack the nature of these impacts and how to assess them.
This knowledge will help you explore the relationship between people and EIA. You’ll be guided through an environmental impact assessment process and how you can align this with the people involved, such as through engaging the community.
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Learn from the experts at The ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ of Adelaide
Throughout the course, you’ll be guided by the specialists at The ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ of Adelaide to ensure you finish with the knowledge and practical skills to conduct a successful environmental impact assessment.
The skills you’ll learn are crucial for anyone undertaking an environmental impact assessment, but also for those managing or overseeing the process.
What you’ll achieve
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:
- Describe the forms of environmental assessment needed based on the extent and scale of different impacts.
- Explain the social, economic, and environmental impact assessment processes.
- Identify the process of undertaking an environmental impact assessment in different contexts.
Is this course for me?
This course is designed for anyone with an interest in environmental impact assessments, without any prior knowledge needed. The primary aim of this course is to develop the knowledge of professionals to assist them in advancing their career paths.
Fees and enrolment
| For individuals | For teams |
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The enrolment fee for the Environmental Impact Assessment course is: $250 AUD Please contact us if you would like to pay via invoice. If you are a staff member or alumni of the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ of Adelaide, please reach out to discuss potential discounts and payment options. |
If you are interested in enrolling four or more team members in this course, contact us to discuss pricing. Pricing on request. |