Bachelor of Environmental Science

About this course

The Bachelor of Environmental Science program offered online and on campus by the University of New England (UNE) provides you with an in-depth understanding of key issues and challenges in regional, rural and national environmental sustainability. You will gain the technical skills and training to work confidently in this growing area, in both field and laboratory environments.

Studying this online environmental science course, you will gain knowledge of ecological principles and methods, land and environmental impact assessments, survey and experiment design and analysis, spatial measurement, mapping and analysis.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this course you must have an ATAR of 72.55. It is also recommended that you have knowledge of mathematics as well as biology and/or chemistry.

Areas of study

In this environmental science program, the subjects you will study include:

Core subjects:

• Biology
• Plant diversity
• Chemistry I
• Ecology – populations to ecosystems
• Ecological methods
• Land assessment for sustainable use
• Environmental impact assessment
• Introduction to GIS
• Introductory mathematical methods in science and economics
• Remote sensing and surveying
• Sustaining our rural environment
• Statistical modelling for the sciences
• Vertebrate zoology – evolution and diversity

Nine from the following subjects:

• Agricultural and natural resource extension
• Crop and pasture management for sustainable agriculture
• Animal production systems and products
• Aquaculture
• Introductory molecular biology and biochemistry
• Molecular biology and functional genomics
• Plant physiology
• Plant function and environment
• Plant pathology
• Chemistry II
• Environmental and analytical chemistry
• Aquatic ecology
• Ecology of plant populations
• Ecology of Australian vegetation
• Natural resource economics
• Wildlife ecology and management
• Ecosystems rehabilitation
• Conservation biology
• Remote sensing and image analysis
• Spatial analysis and modelling
• Communication skills: Composition
• Introduction to writing in genres
• Principles of hydrology
• Evolution and biogeography
• Biological systematics
• Introductory genetics
• Landscape processes and natural hazards
• Environmental change in Australia
• Geology and the environment
• Geophysics and applied GIS for earth sciences
• Environmental geology
• Special topic in environmental management
• Bioethics
• Pollution management
• Science report
• Introduction to soil science
• Environmental soil science
• Statistical modelling in the sciences
• Professional skills development
• Invertebrate zoology
• Entomology
• Animal behaviour
• Ecological and comparative physiology
• Insect–plant interactions

Shorter programs

Depending on the number of modules you have completed, you may be eligible to exit this program early with a Diploma in the Sciences or Advanced Diploma in the Sciences.

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Finance options

You may be eligible to receive HECS-HELP, Youth Allowance and/or Austudy/Abstudy for this course.

Student support

The University of New England has extensive support systems in place for its distance education students. With a long history in distance education they understand the unique needs of off-campus students and are ready to help when you have challenges.

You will be able to submit questions to your lecturers by email or phone, participate in online discussions and chat, and attend on-campus intensive schools. UNE’s web-based facilities allow you to submit assignments, order library books or check your grades at any time.

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How will this course advance my career?

Upon completion of this online environmental course, you will have the skills and training to be eligible for positions in museums and herbaria, zoos and botanic gardens, government planning departments, environmental protection agencies, forestry, and water and soil conservation.

How else will I benefit from this bachelor degree?

• Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a nationally recognised, accredited Bachelor of Environmental Science from the University of New England.
• Available to study online, on campus or by flexible delivery (blended delivery options).
• Studying by distance/correspondence means you can study when and where you want, at your own pace.
• Financial assistance available through HECS-HELP, Youth Allowance and Austudy/Abstudy.
• Access to course materials provided, including online units, CD-ROMs, DVDs, textbooks and other reference material.
• Advanced standing may be available for previous work experience, formal training or qualifications in this field.
• Fully credited exchange programs of one semester are in place with international universities.
• Upon successful completion of this Bachelor of Environmental Science, you may be eligible to continue on to a graduate certificate, graduate diploma or master’s program.

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