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About the course
This undergraduate specialisation builds knowledge and practical capability in hydrology, hydraulics and flooding, focusing on planning for flood events, water resources management and assessing hydraulic risk. It is designed for students who need to design and make decisions around flood risk in applied contexts such as mining and related industries. This is a Bachelor-level specialisation in environmental water systems. The programme develops laboratory techniques, scientific writing, and analytical methods for research and industry settings.
Career outcome
Graduates can apply specialist flood and water-resource skills to roles that assess, model and manage hydraulic and flood risk for infrastructure and natural systems. Typical opportunities include work supporting civil and environmental engineering projects, mining and resources operations, water utilities, environmental consulting, and government planning and regulation focused on flooding and catchment management. This is a Bachelor-level specialisation aligned to environmental and water-risk practice.
Living Costs in Perth**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321 |
Average Salary***
