Graduate Certificate of Green Chemistry and Sustainable Technologies

About the course

The Graduate Certificate of Green Chemistry and Sustainable Technologies provides expert training in green technologies coupled with sustainability to support the transformation of various industries. The principles of green technologies will be coupled with an understanding of sustainability issues to advance the reduction or elimination of hazardous substances involved in the design, manufacture and or application of diverse chemical products. The environmental, economic and social benefits are examined.

Career outcome

Graduates may work in roles supporting greener product and process development across chemicals and materials, manufacturing, resources, environmental consulting and sustainability-focused R&D. The course builds capability to assess and implement technologies that minimise hazardous substances and improve sustainability performance, supporting compliance and innovation agendas. This graduate certificate can strengthen careers in green chemistry, sustainability and environmental science.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)