Bachelor of Sustainability

About this course

The Bachelor of Sustainability offered online or on campus by the University of New England (UNE) will equip you with the education and training to understand and implement social and community sustainability as well as ecologically sustainable development. This interdisciplinary degree provides a unique opportunity to develop a holistic understanding of sustainability that integrates social science with environmental science.

In this online sustainability course, you have the option of completing one major in Ecological Resilience or Social Resilience, or a combined major incorporating both areas. You will develop a strong foundation in all areas of sustainability by studying a wide variety of subjects including environmental management, climate change, geography, law, psychology, economics and environmental policy, as well as a range of electives.

Eligibility

It is recommended that you have knowledge of any two units of English and mathematics.

Areas of study

You will complete a major in Environmental Resilience or Social Resilience, or a combined major in Environmental and Social Resilience. The subjects you will study include:

Core units:

• Natural resource economics
• Cradle to grave: Population geography
• Rural planning and resource management
• Environmental planning and administration
• Understanding research
• Regional development: Processes and policies
• Natural resource policy and the community
• Regional development: Processes and policies
• Natural resource policy and the community
• Politics and the environment: Intersecting crises
• The ethics of environmentalism

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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?

The Bachelor of Sustainability is a unique interdisciplinary degree that will equip you with the academic knowledge and practical skills to pursue a career in the growing field of sustainability. With your understanding of environmental and social challenges, and the problem-solving abilities to address those challenges, you will be able to help build a more sustainable future.

Upon completion of this online course in sustainability, you will have the skills and training to pursue a wide range of career opportunities in the public and private sector, such as public policy, government planning and research, environmental research and development, environmental conservation and protection, cultural and natural heritage management, land and water management, natural resource management, community development, commercial industry, environmental consultancy, mining and tertiary education.

How else will I benefit from this bachelor degree?

• Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a nationally recognised, accredited Bachelor of Sustainability 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.
• The degree has an applied environmental policy focus.
• Opportunity to obtain career-relevant skills through training in the workplace.
• 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.

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