研究生文凭提供了与原学位相同领域的继续专业发展的机会。研究生文凭通常可以导致硕士学位。随着我们寻求更好地管理土壤，对地球科学专家的需求持续增长
Postgraduate diplomas provide the opportunity for continuing professional development in the same area as an original degree. A postgraduate diploma can often lead to a masters degree. The demand for experts in Earth Sciences continues to grow as we look to better manage our soil, water, minerals, energy and coastal and marine resources, as well as understand natural hazards such as floods, earthquakes, tsunami, landslides and volcanic eruptions.