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Environmental
Science

Gain fieldwork experience and undertake research projects

The impacts of climate change and striving for a sustainable environment are now a part of everyday life - there is strong demand for expertise in management, rehabilitation, restoration and protection of our environment.

The Bachelor of Environmental Science educates students to contribute to the monitoring and management processes and activities that affect the environment. It provides students with understanding and practical competence in scientific, social, ethical and legal dimensions of the practice of environmental science.

The course develops effective technological and communication skills to work collaboratively with employers, colleagues and the community.

Graduates are able to apply relevant and current knowledge and the skills they have gained to the practice of their profession with the highest ethical standards. Graduates are effective researchers and decision-makers with skills in critical thinking, problem solving and analysis.

Professional Recognition:

Graduates and students enrolled in the course will be eligible for the appropriate category of membership of the Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand. Graduates who undertake a Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary) are accredited to teach secondary science in NSW schools.

Career Opportunities:

A career in environmental science is multidisciplinary in nature with a huge range of options available to graduates in both the public and private sectors. Scientific skills and environmental experience have led graduates to careers such as botanist, zoologist, soil scientist, meteorologist, environmental consultant, hydrologist, forester, policy campaign manager, education officer and marine biologist.

Career opportunities also exist in government agencies concerned with climate change, energy, water, natural resources and sustainability, environmental education as well as ecotourism and local councils.

Environmental Science

Locations: North Sydney
Highly ranked by graduates, this course provides a practical approach to the management and protection of the environment.