Bachelor of Environment with a specialisation in Environmental 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.
The specialisation in Environmental Science concentrates on a major in natural science from one of the following (Biology, Chemistry, Climate Science, Environmental Earth Science, Environmental Geology or Spatial Information Science) combined with a minor in Environmental Management. Develop expertise in a field of environmental science and combine it with a background in the social context of environmental decision making to give a breadth valuable in a career in the environment.
Key features
- A flexible study program which will enable you to tailor a program to suit your individual needs and interests.
- The integration of human and biophysical aspects of environmental issues allows graduates to apply their skills in a wide range of situations.
Location
North Ryde
Suitable for
If you want to learn how to apply problem solving skills to the environment and are interested in science, sustainability and environmental management.
HECS Course fee
AUD $8,050 p.a.
Student amenities fee
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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 |
Specialisation requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this specialisation
| 100 level | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | ENV118 | Environmental Management for a Changing World | 3 | ||
| 200 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | ENV267 | Australian Environmental Futures | 3 | ||
| 300 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | ENV301 | Environmental Management Project | 3 | ||
| Required | ENV300 | Environmental Decision Making | 3 | ||
| Additional level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | one of | Biology major | |||
| Chemistry major | |||||
| Climate Science major | |||||
| Environmental Earth Science major | |||||
| Environmental Geology major | |||||
| Spatial Information Science major | 24 | ||||
| Balance of credit points required (Electives) | 32 | ||||
| Total credit points required to satisfy this specialisation | 68 | ||||
Notes
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
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