Bachelor of Environment with a major in Climate Science
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Overview
Environmental science is the study and management of earth surface environments and processes. In this degree you'll study social and scientific aspects of environmental science.
You'll be introduced to environmental issues and learn in detail the science and technology associated with environmental science.
You'll explore legal, political, ethical and economic ideas about the environment as well as people's perceptions and desires when tackling environmental issues in the real world.
Climate science is the comprehensive study of the Earth’s climate system, including the atmosphere, hydrosphere, cryosphere (frozen water), land surface and biosphere.
With a focus on developing research and practical skills, you’ll examine issues such as climate change, the El Niño–Southern Oscillation, drought, flood, tropical cyclones, and interactions with human society.
Degrees offering Climate Science
Key features
- Gain professional training for jobs in industry and government.
- Guest lectures by senior industry professionals in third year.
- Complete some units in the degree and major as both on-campus day classes and distance education (external study).
Location
North Ryde
Suitable for
Students interested in developing knowledge and skills in climate science, including students of environmental science, biological sciences, physics, mathematics, chemistry and computing.
HECS Course fee
AUD $8,050 p.a.
Student amenities fee
Information on the Student services and amenities fee
Entry requirements
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
What you will study
| Degree requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points for the degree | 68 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 200 level or above | 38 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 300 level or above | 18 |
| Completion of a qualifying major for the Bachelor of the Environment | |
| Completion of a designated People unit | |
| Completion of a designated Planet unit | |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Major requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this major
| 100 level | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | GEOS112 | The Planet Earth | 3 | ||
| Required | ENVE117 | Biophysical Environments | 3 | ||
| 200 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | ENVE214 | Climate Change | 3 | ||
| Required | ENVE216 | The Atmospheric Environment | 3 | ||
| 300 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Capstone | ENVE304 | C | Integrated Climate Science | 3 | |
| Required | ENVE301 | Climate Change, Coasts and Oceans | 3 | ||
| Required | ENVE302 | Applied Climatology | 3 | ||
| Required | one of | ENVE303 | Advanced Atmospheric and Oceanographic Science | ||
| ENVE362 | Environmental Management | ||||
| ENVE389 | Special Interest Seminar | 3 | |||
| Total credit points required to satisfy this major | 24 | ||||
Notes
- Units marked with a C are Capstone units.
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
- agriculture
- air quality and pollution management
- bushfire management
- climate consultancy
- environmental scientist
- environmental manager
- meteorologist
- oceanographer
- researcher
- teacher
Employers
• agriculture
• fisheries and forestry agencies
• government data centres
• government research organisations
• environmental consultancies
• environment protection authorities
• meteorological services
• research institutions
• rural/country fire services
Average starting salary
$44,169 for an environmental studies graduate (source: The Good Universities Guide, 2010).
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