The course attracted a diverse range of students – from producers and government agencies, through to local government and regional body officers – coming from as far away as Charleville as well as a visiting student from Oman.
Rangelands Australia, part of the University of Queensland, provides remote training in rangelands management across the outback of Australia. Course lecturer Professor John Taylor said the Rangelands course is about taking education to the people in the Rangelands. “The aim is to improve accessibility of relevant education that also accommodates students’ commitments, such as work and family, and minimises the cost of education,” he said.
Professor Taylor said the Rangelands course is unique in that it offers recognition for prior learning (RPL) where students with little or no formal qualifications who can demonstrate a solid background in land management have a good chance to gain entry.
