Major Environment and Sustainability

Do you want to study a science degree by distance or on-campus to position yourself for an exciting career in the emerging ‘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, and practical aspects of climate change mitigation and adaptation and natural resource management for more a sustainable future. Want to understand more about major environmental issues and the social, political and environmental implications of human impacts on the globe? We look forward to sharing our knowledge and experience with you.

Program structure

Courses to be studied Units

Core courses4

plus 1 x first 8-unit Major8 

plus 1 x second 8-unit Major plus 4 x Electives
or 12 x Electives12

Total24 

Course codeCourse name

Core courses:

CSC1402Foundation Computing

STA2300Data Analysis

CMS1000Communication and Scholarship

or

CMS1100Communicating in the Sciences

MAT1100Foundation Mathematics

or

MAT1102Algebra and Calculus I

Environment and Sustainability Major:

CLI1110Weather and Climate

CLI2201Climate Change and Variability

CLI3301Climate and Environment Risk Assessment

CLI3302Adaptation to Climate Change

REN1201Environmental Studies

REN2200Ecology for Sustainability

REN3301Biodiversity and Conservation

REN3302Sustainable Resource Use

Entry requirements

• Year 12 English (4 SA)
• Recommended prior study: Mathematics B, Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program 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.

OP/Rank

The 2015 OP/Rank for this program is: 15/67

International entry requirements

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program 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.

Pre-requisites

Year 12 Senior Certificate or equivalent from a recognised institution. Find your country's level of qualificationand minimum entry requirements for this program.

• A-level Mathematics or equivalent
• A-level Biological Science, Chemistry, Physics or Multi-strand Science or equivalent depending on major selected

You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.