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Bachelor of Science (Environment And Sustainability)
Bachelor of Science (Environment And Sustainability)

Bachelor of Science (Environment And Sustainability)

  • ID:042230E
  • Level:3-Year Bachelor's Degree
  • Duration:
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  • Type:Full-time / Part-time

Fees (AUD)

  • TuitionFee/Year:$34,800.00
  • LivingFee/Year:$23,630.00
  • InsuranceFee/Year:$623.00
  • TuitionFee/Year:$34,800.00
  • LivingFee/Year:$23,630.00
  • InsuranceFee/Year:$623.00
Estimated Total/program:
$177,159.00
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Admission Requirements

Entry requirements

Subject pre-requisite: General Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent.

To study this degree we also assume you have sound knowledge in:

  • English (Units 3 & 4, C)

We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

It is also recommended that you have studied Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C), and one of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent. If you do not have the recommended Mathematics B Level for entry then you will be required to undertake MAT1000 Mathematics Fundamentals as an elective.

 

English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

 

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

If you have previously studied in your home country, you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Course Information

  • Do you want to study a science degree on-campus or online for an exciting career in sustainability and the broader ‘green’ professions?
  • With a focus on climatology, ecology and conservation, the Bachelor of Science (Environment and Sustainability) is designed for those of you wanting to explore environmental science, biodiversity conservation, climate change mitigation and adaptation and natural resource management for more a sustainable future.
  • Want to understand more about major environmental issues such as biodiversity loss and climate change, and the social, political and environmental implications of human impacts on the globe? We look forward to sharing our knowledge and experience with you.

 

Degree structure

To complete this degree students must complete 24 units.

Courses to be studied Units
Core courses 4
1 x Environment & Sustainability 8-unit major 8
1 x second 8-unit major plus 4 x approved courses
or 12 x approved courses

12

Total 24

Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns. 

 

Double degrees

You may like to study the Bachelor of Science as part of a double degree to give you the flexibility tailor your degree to your ambition.

 

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Pathway Courses

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

  • Are you passionate about working in resource management, biodiversity conservation or climate change? Specifically, our graduates find work as climatologists, climate scientists, climate policy analysts, agricultural scientists, conservation and biodiversity managers, environmental consultants, ecologists, environmental scientists and natural resource managers.

  • Industries and employers you may find yourself working for include the resources/mining industries, national parks, universities, defence organisations, CSIRO, state and federal government departments, the Australian Bureau of Meteorology and many other organisations contributing to sustainable utilisation and management of our natural resources.

  • Some of our graduates also choose to work as science teachers (with further study) or science journalists. 

Ability to settle

Overseas Student Health Cover

OSHC: 623AUD per year

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