- A variety of specialisations are available, including climate change and sustainability
- Emphasis on practical applications through industry visits and field trips
- Career paths include agriculture and forestry, restoration ecology, environmental education
Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Environmental Science
Award abbreviation: BEnvSc
QTAC code: 013011
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: OP-17 / Rank-65
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Study mode: on campus
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C; and at least one of the sciences, preferably Chemistry
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: SC316
CRICOS code: 066283E. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
The depletion of natural resources has highlighted the importance of having skilled environmental professionals to manage human interaction with the natural environment.
In this program you examine the connection between organisms and their environment, both natural and artificial. You study natural and human-managed environments and gain skills in environmental management, planning and restoration, managed ecosystems, and marine science. There is an emphasis on practical applications through industry visits and field trips, and an opportunity to undertake an unpaid professional placement. Graduates have the scientific base required to make valid judgements on the preservation and use of Australia’s natural ecosystems and resources.
Career opportunities
Environmental management and protection, parks and wildlife, resource management, waste and pollution control, catchment management agencies, local councils, environmental consultancies.
Professional recognition
Graduates may become members of the Australian Network for Plant Conservation; Australian Water Association; Ecological Society of Australia; Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand; Australian Marine Sciences Association.
Enquiries
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering for program advice
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 2 required core courses.
- Complete 4 required introductory courses.
- Complete 12 required advanced courses.
- Complete 6 elective courses from any Faculty.
- Complete no more than 10 introductory courses including core courses.
- Complete a minimum of 14 advanced (200/300 level)
Program notes
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses within an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Adviser to discuss timing and course issues.
- When enrolling, please refer to the [TabLink top Study Plan]Study Plan.
Program structure
Core courses (2)
Select 2 courses from:
COR109 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
COR110 Business Finance
COR111 Taxation Law and Practice
Introductory courses (4)
ENS103 Introduction to Financial Planning
SCI102 Retirement and Superannuation
SCI105 Insurance and Risk Management
SCI110 Personal Investment Management
Advanced courses (12)
ENS221 Tax and Estate Planning
ENS222 Financial Plan Construction
ENS242 Communication and Thought
ENS253 Secondary Professional Learning 1: Transitioning into the Profession
ENS254 Introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education
ENS300 Life and Death in the City: From Settlement to Federation
ENS304 Migrants' Lives in the World
ENS305 Upfront: History of Film in Australia
GEO201 Dimensions of Learner Engagement
GEO301 Secondary Professional Learning 2: Managing the Diverse Learning
LGL301 The World of Geography Education: Curriculum A
SCI202 History Teaching: Curriculum A
Elective courses (6)
Select 6 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Study Plan
The Bachelor of Environmental Science Study Plan is for students commencing in the current semester.
Year 1
- Two (2) Core courses
One Core course in your first semester and one Core course in your second semester - Four (4) required courses:
SCI105 and SCI110 should be studied in Semester 1 - Two (2) elective courses:
Elective courses should be studied in Semester 2
Core courses: (2)
Select 2 courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Management and Organisational Behaviour | |||
| COR110 Advanced Research Methods | |||
| COR111 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility |
Required courses: (4)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENS103 Financial Accounting | |||
| SCI105 Business Finance | |||
| SCI110 Law of Business Associations | |||
| SCI102 Company Accounting |
Elective courses: (2)
Select 2 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Year 2
- Seven (7) required courses
- One (1) elective course:
Elective course should be studied in Semester 1
Required courses: (7)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENS221 Management Accounting | |||
| ENS253 Taxation Law and Practice | |||
| GEO201 Contemporary Accounting Issues | |||
| ENS222 Auditing and Professional Practice | |||
| ENS254 Communication and Thought | |||
| ENS242 Accounting Principles | |||
| SCI202 Informatics for Financial Professionals |
Elective course: (1)
Select one (1) elective course from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Year 3
- Five (5) required courses:
ENS300 should be studied in Semester 1
ENS304 should be studied in Semester 2 - Three (3) elective courses:
1 elective course should be studied in Semester; 2 elective courses must be studied in Semester 2
Required courses: (5)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENS300 Applied Research Methods | |||
| GEO301 Economics for Business | |||
| LGL301 Business Law and Ethics | |||
| ENS304 Management and Organisational Behaviour | |||
| ENS305 Advanced Research Methods |
Elective courses: (3)
Select three (3) elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).