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Bachelor of Science (Earth and Environmental Systems)

Undergraduate | SCU-EES-DEG | 2023

Course information for 2023 intake

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Study the environment to protect and manage it

Start with earth science fundamentals, then dig deeper into ecology, ecosystem regeneration, biogeochemistry, modelling and resource management. Think about conservation and protection. Strive for a career in parks, environment, or research.

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Study method
100% online study with practicum placement
Assessments
100% online
Credit available
Yes
Duration
3 years full time or part time equivalent
Total subjects
24

Price from
$24,000
Available loans
Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
CSP available
Yes

Bachelor of Science (Earth and Environmental Systems)

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Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Science prepares students for employment or further study in the sciences, developing graduates who can apply science in the context of broader systems to address complex intellectual, professional, practical and societal challenges in the Anthropocene.

Career opportunities are diverse, including natural resource management in local council, state Commonwealth Government or not-for-profit organisations, consulting, as an industry adviser or practitioner, research technician, quality control/quality assurance officer, data analyst or science communicator.

Specialisations allow students to develop expertise in an area of practice such as Marine, Forest, Earth and Environmental Science or Regenerative Agriculture and may have more specific career outcomes.

Graduate outcomes for specialisations might include:

Earth and Environmental Systems

Career opportunities exist in public and private sectors, national park and protected area management, environmental protection, waste management, environmental impact assessment and monitoring, environmental education and interpretation, ecotourism, land/river/coast care programs; and in environmental science research.

Professional recognition

Graduates may be eligible for membership of professional associations such as the Institute of Foresters of Australia, depending on the specialisation or major studied.

Career outlook

Conservation Officers:
$86K to $111K
Environmental Consultants:
$86K to $111K
Environmental Managers:
Over $111K
Environmental Research Scientists:
$86K to $111K
Environmental Scientists:
$86K to $111K
Occupational & Environmental Health Professionals:
$86K to $111K
Park Rangers:
$86K to $111K
Policy and Planning Managers:
Over $111K

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