Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management

The University of Newcastle (UoN)

CRICOS Institution Code 00109J

Duration

156 weeks

Delivery

Face to Face

Study Load

Full-time or Part-time

Intakes

—

Course Overview

About This Course

Saving the world. It’s a growth industry. Do you have a passion for science and sustainability? Do you want to play a part in solving the environmental problems facing our society? Then the Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management at The University of Newcastle is for you.

The University of Newcastle provides the opportunity to explore the science behind human-induced impacts. You'll learn to understand and combat the critical issues placing a growing strain on the earth’s natural resources such as climate change, human impacts, and the biodiversity crisis. Gain experience in management-based skills to help protect our environment. Both now and into the future. Our region offers vast environmental diversity and is perfect for gaining practical experience in the field. We are right on the doorstep of the Hunter Valley mining belt, the Hunter wetlands and the NSW coastline. Our partnership with industry allows you to take part in exciting work placements and research opportunities while you study. The Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management offers four majors so you can tailor your degree to suit your interests and career objectives. Studying a major allows you to gain detailed skills and a strong understanding of key principles in your chosen environmental science speciality. Majors include: Our students teamed up with CSIRO and Geosciences Sydney Uni on the voyage of a lifetime, investigating the causes of submarine landslides that lead to tsunamis. Students will complete a 140-hour work placement in a private sector, government or community organisation. There is also the option to undertake overseas field courses.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

55 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

Commonwealth Supported Place — student contribution applies

Duration

156 weeks

Intakes

Semester 1, Semester 2

Study Mode

Full-time or Part-time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants meeting the minimum selection rank, or satisfying the requirements for an approved admission scheme.
The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, and completed enabling programs.
For further information on the pathways that are available to you, please refer to:
Domestic Applicants
International Applicants

Domestic students

Minimum selection rank: 65.00 (Newcastle), 65.00 (Central Coast).
UAC codes: 482750 — Newcastle; 482760 — Central Coast.
Recommended studies: Mathematics (Standard) and at least one of: Earth and Environmental Science, Biology or Chemistry.

International students

English language proficiency (IELTS Academic or approved equivalent): overall minimum 6; no sub-test below 6.
CRICOS course code: 059877D.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management can go on to work in a diverse range of areas depending on their chosen majors and specialties. You might work for government departments or councils, for non-government-organisations, or in private industry.

• Conservation and Ecology
• Environmental Consulting
• Laboratory and Research Work
• Urban and Regional Planning
• Policy Development
• Marine Biology

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units47 units

ABOR1110

Blak Australia

STAT1020

Statistical Reasoning and Literacy

MAJ0063

Marine Science and Management

MATH1001

Preparatory Studies in Mathematics

BIOL1002

Organisms to Ecosystems

Electives

Complete 40 units of electives to fulfil the requirements of the program. Electives can be used to extend and complement your core studies with more courses in the same field of study, or from areas that might be of interest to you. Electives can be chosen from all courses available at the University that do not have any other conditions (such as a course requisite) applied to them.

ABOR1370

Community Engagement: Respect and Reciprocity

STAT1070

Statistics for the Sciences

MAJ0064

Ecosystems and Biodiversity

MATH1002

Foundational Studies in Mathematics

ENVS1001

Environmental Science Concepts and Methods

ABOR1420

Yarning, Media and Futures

MAJ0243

Climate Science and Natural Hazards

MATH1110

Mathematics for Engineering, Science and Technology 1

ENVS1002

Physical and Chemical Environmental Systems

COMP1010

Computing Fundamentals

MAJ0066

Sustainability

ENVS1003

Environmental Values and Ethics

DESN1101

Typography

SCIE1002

Multidisciplinary Laboratories

ENVS1004

Social Development and the Environment

ENVS2002

Environmental Legislation and Planning

EXSS2030

Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology

GEOS2161

Spatial Science

EXSS2222

Applied Sport Science

ENVS3001

Integrated Impact Assessment

EXSS3030

Nutrition for Health, Fitness and Sport

ENVS3002

Environmental Management Perspectives

FSHN1030

Introduction to the Nutritional, Physical and Psychological Aspects of Wellness

ENVS3008

Work Integrated Learning in the Environmental and Development Sectors

INFT1004

Introduction to Programming

MATH1510

Discrete Mathematics

MNGT1002

Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Innovation

MNGT2004

Managing Innovation

MNGT3007

Social Entrepreneurship

MNGT3008

Advanced Innovation Management

PHYS2100

Introduction to Astronomy

PHYS2300

Climate and Energy

PSYC1010

Psychology Introduction 1

PSYC1800

Sex, Drugs and Serial Killers

PSYC2800

Special Topics in Psychology

SCIE1001

Professional Scientific Thinking

SCIE2001

Professional Employment Skills

SCIE2019

Astrobiology: Life Beyond our Planet

SCIE2222

Science of Surfing Performance

SCIE2223

Weather and Waves

SCIE3600

International Study Experience

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management take to complete?

The course has a duration of 156 weeks, as listed in the CRICOS registry for this program at The University of Newcastle.

Is there a work component in this degree?

Yes, the Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management includes a mandatory work component of 14 hours per week over 10 weeks, totalling 140 hours throughout the course.

Where can I study this course?

This course is available at two University of Newcastle locations in New South Wales: the Callaghan campus and the Central Coast campus, both owned and operated by the provider.

What is the estimated total cost of the course?

The estimated total course cost is AU$134,622, comprising a tuition fee of AU$133,446 and a non-tuition fee of AU$1,176.

Is this course eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights?

To be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights, a course must be registered, be a Skills Level 1 qualification (which this bachelor degree is), have a duration of 92 weeks or greater (this course is 156 weeks), and have its narrow Field of Education aligned with the Skills Level 1 priority list, among other criteria. Eligibility is reviewed yearly by the Department of Education.

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$60,000 – $80,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$80,000 – $100,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$100,000 – $130,000/yr

Career Paths

Environmental Scientist
Environmental Consultant
Environmental Officer
Ecologist
Conservation Biologist

Key Skills

Ecological field surveying and biodiversity assessment
Environmental impact assessment (EIA) and risk analysis
Water and soil sampling, analysis, and monitoring
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial data analysis
Environmental data collection, statistical modelling, and interpretation

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