Bachelor of Environmental Science - 791AA
| Course Code: | 791AA |
|---|---|
| Course Version: | 5 |
| Location: | UC - Canberra, Bruce |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Science and Technology |
| Discipline(s): | Academic Program Area - Science |
| UAC Code: | 368023 |
| CRICOS Code: | 054171A |
| Selection Rank: | 57.3 |
| English Language Requirements: | Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0 |
Launch a sustainable career in environmental science
If you have a passion for wildlife and conservation and are keen for a career outdoors, the Bachelor of Environmental Science will see you playing an active part in caring for the environment now and into the future. The degree lets you explore a wide variety of areas including but not limited to: applied ecology, ecological conservation, vegetation and wildlife management, reserve management, coastal marine science, sustainability, land care and land management.
You’ll benefit from studying in our nation’s capital; the central focus of environmental issues in Australia, and will have access to UC’s world-class laboratories for eco-chemistry, fresh water ecology, wildlife genetics and biodiversity. The faculty has strong partnership links with government and natural resource management organisations, as well as UC’s Institute for Applied Ecology (IAE), which has a reputation for providing high quality research with an applied focus to solve environmental problems.
Study a Bachelor of Environmental Science at UC and you will:
- join one of the most well-respected programs in the country
- explore both international and Australian environmental issues
- gain knowledge in applied research and teaching to become work-ready for a professional setting.
Work Integrated Learning
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) is a central component of this course and you’ll undertake a range of practical activities designed to prepare you for a sustainable career in environmental science, such as exposure to entrepreneurship in science and pitching ideas for funding and patenting, and guest lectures by esteemed industry professionals.
Our Environmental Science program is closely integrated with the IAE – one of our many research centres. Researchers within the IAE engage with on-ground managers and policymakers, giving you access to unique group research projects and training opportunities on campus in a leading research facility. You’ll also undertake a range of exciting field trips to national parks in locations such as Willandra, the Snowy Mountains and the NSW South Coast.
You’ll have the opportunity to complete a professional work placement and will be actively encouraged to volunteer in local, regional and international environmental programs. Previous students have undertaken internships with companies including the Centre for Australian National Biodiversity Research, CSIRO, ACT Parks and Wildlife, Department of Agriculture and Water Resources, Department of the Environment and Energy, Questacon, National Museum of Australia, environmental NGOs and the university sector.
If you’d like to study overseas, summer or winter term internships to Malaysia, Singapore or Thailand can be applied for, as well as faculty-led Environmental Science programs in New Zealand, Peru and Costa Rica. Each of these can count as credit towards your degree.
Career opportunities
- Environmental scientist
- Environmental consultant
- Environmental chemist
- Environmental manager
- Environmental protection officer
- Educator
- Geologist
- Geochemist
- Geographic information system officer
- Invasive species officer
- Natural resource manager
- Park ranger
- Research scientist
- Sustainability officer
- Water scientist
- Waterways planner
Course-specific information
High-achieving students may be eligible to enrol in the Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours) course.
Successful completion of this course, when linked with further postgraduate study such as a master’s degree or PhD, could see you qualify as a research scientist in your chosen field.
Enquiries
- Prospective Domestic Students
- Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226)
- Prospective International Students
- Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342
- Current and Commencing Students
- Please contact the University Student Centre by Email student.centre@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1300 301 727
Admission Requirements
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification
We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry
Assumed Knowledge
ACT: Biology and/or Chemistry major(s) plus Mathematical Methods Major. NSW: Biology and/or Chemistry plus Mathematics.
Periods Course is Open to New Admissions
| Year | Location | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
Semester 1 Semester 2 |
| 2021 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
Semester 1 Semester 2 |
| 2022 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
Semester 1 Semester 2 |
Information on admission closing dates can be found here.
Credit Arrangements
Credit arrangements (if available) for this course can be found on the University's Credit Search website.
Course Requirements
Information for Current Students
There are previous versions of this course. As a current student you will complete the requirements for the course that were in place when you commenced. Click on the relevant link below to view the requirements of your version of the course.
- Version5 - Start Date: 01/01/2017 End Date: Current Version
- Version4 - Start Date: 01/01/2015 End Date: 31/12/2016
- Version3 - Start Date: 01/01/2012 End Date: 31/12/2014
Awards
| Award(s) | Official Abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Environmental Science | B EnvSc |
Typical Study Pattern
Please refer to the tab to view Course Requirements, check unit details and select Restricted Choice Units for the course. Please note not all units are offered in each teaching period.
Unit Delivery Modes
Delivery modes for units in this degree are yet to be confirmed. Please contact us for more details.Information for Fee Paying Students
| Year | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | CSP | $32,900 |
The fees detailed above are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Course Objectives | Graduate Qualities |
|---|---|
| 1. Design and evaluate strategies, technologies, and methods for sustainable management of environmental systems; | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; and Use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems. |
| 2. Understand the natural environment in both a local and global context and its relationships with human activities; | UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession. |
| 3. Acquire practical skills for scientific problem-solving, including familiarity with laboratory and field instrumentation, computer applications, statistical and modelling techniques; | UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; and Evaluate and adopt new technology. |
| 4. Understand professional and environmental ethics; | UC graduates are professional: Take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Be self-aware. |
| 6. Understand the expected consequences of implementing a research, design, or management plan and be able to explain them; | UC graduates are professional: Communicate effectively. |
| 8. Become effective communicators of environmental science as scientific results, information or arguments, to a range of audiences, for a range of purposes, with particular focus on the decisions and values of indigenous people; | UC graduates are professional: Communicate effectively. UC graduates are global citizens: Understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; and Communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings. |
| 9. Become independent and self-directed learners; working effectively, responsibly and safely in an individual or team context; and demonstrating knowledge of the regulatory frameworks relevant to their disciplinary area and personally practising ethical conduct. | UC graduates are professional: Work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; Display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; and Take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Be self-aware. |
Course Duration
Standard six semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Honours
None.
Offerings
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Past Offerings
- 2015->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2016->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2017->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2018->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2019->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
Enrolment Numbers
View the number of student enrolments for the previous full year. Please note that course numbers are indicative only and in no way reflect individual class sizes.