Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Energy Management

About this course

Studying this Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Energy Management program through Open Universities Australia will give you the skills to forge a career in sustainable energy management.

Taking this energy management course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to comprehend the science behind human energy use, and to help formulate sustainable approaches to it.

You will gain education and training in the fundamentals of energy through the study of biology, chemistry and physics. You will also learn about energy use in society, sustainable development, greenhouse accounting methodologies, and the core academic and mathematical skills that will help you determine how humans can use energy more wisely.

Eligibility

Anyone can apply.

Prior learning

Applicants may be eligible for recognition of previous studies.

Areas of study

In this sustainable energy management program, the subjects you will study include:

• Environmental biology
• Food for thought
• Knowing nature
• Australia in Asia
• Wellbeing
• Applied mathematics
• Introduction to energy studies
• General physics
• Introduction to chemistry
• Energy in society
• Greenhouse accounting and life cycle assessment
• Greenhouse science and policy rocket science: academic skills for science students
• Introduction to sustainable development

Study periods

Open Universities courses are offered in specific study intakes every year, known as Study Periods or Sessions. This means more flexibility as you can choose when to start studying. If you are studying undergraduate units you can start at the beginning of any of the four Study Periods each year, each lasting 13 weeks. Most postgraduate courses are offered in three Sessions per year, with each Session lasting 14 weeks. Exams are usually held in the week following the end of each Study Period or Session.

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Financial options

If you are an Australian citizen you may be eligible to receive Abstudy/Austudy, Youth Allowance, FEE-HELP, HECS-HELP or scholarships.

Student support

Open Universities Australia offers a range of administrative and student support options. As a student of OUA you will have access to online tutoring services, student advisor forums, student counselling and career advice and support.

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How will this course advance my career?

In today’s energy conscious environment, those with skills in the science of sustainabilty are in hot demand, and employment prospects are abundant. Graduates of this program are qualified for entry into energy management, renewable energy systems design, and energy policy development and analysis.

How else will I benefit from this degree?

• Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Energy Management from Murdoch University, as if you had studied on campus.
• Flexible study: studying by correspondence means you study on your terms – at a time and place that suits you.
• Government financial support available through FEE-HELP.
• Recognition of Prior Learning may be available for previous work experience, formal training or qualifications in this field.

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