Bachelor of Environmental Science (Environmental Management and Sustainability)

Deakin University - Melbourne Burwood Campus

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Overview

Throughout the Bachelor of Environmental Science (Environmental Management and Sustainability) you will explore ways to manage the interactions between people and the environment, ready for a career that makes a positive impact on our world. Combining the latest research with extensive application of skills in professional, community, lab and field settings you will devise and implement innovative solutions to protect natural resources in local and global contexts.

Develop the confidence to address some of the biggest environmental issues we face on a global scale by exploring the role science and society play in achieving global sustainability. Fieldwork is a rewarding part of this course and you will get plenty of opportunities to apply your skills in outdoor and community settings. Industry placements provide valuable professional experience and the opportunity to work alongside experienced environmental scientists.

Course information

Prerequisites

Year 12 prerequisites

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.

Non-Year 12 prerequisites

As for Year 12 or equivalent, see: www.deakin.edu.au/undergrad-entry.

Majors

Applied data analytics (minor only), Environmental management (Mapping, Bushfire, Catchment, Coastal and marine, Conservation, Land, Parks, Policy and Planning), Environmental science (Ecology, Social science, Research methods, Environmental health), Global engagement (minor only), Indigenous studies (minor only, online only), Sustainability (Waste management, Environmental impact assessment, Environmental protection, Water resources management, Natural resources management).

Potential Career Outcomes

Careers may include Managers in Catchment, Environment, Nature-based recreation, Park and reserves and Water resources. Conservation planner, Ecologists, Ecotour operator, Officer in Environmental communications, Environmental protection, Sustainable energy, Waste and resource recovery or Environmental sustainability. Environmental consultant, Environmental educator, Environmental planner, Environmental researcher, Environmental scientist, Landcare facilitator or Marine and coastal planner.

ATAR & Selection Rank

The table below shows the ATAR and Selection Rank information for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in 2023.

ATAR-based offers only, across all offer rounds
ATAR
(excluding adjustment factors)
Selection Rank
(including adjustment factors)
Highest rank to receive an offer98.5599.15
Median rank to receive an offer68.3074.50
Lowest rank to receive an offer50.2560.20

<5 - Less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made

Admission Criteria

Please refer to the Deakin University website for admission criteria information.

Course Seeker

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University

Deakin University

Campus

Melbourne Burwood Campus

Course Type

Bachelors Degree

Study Area

Other

Indicative ATAR

50.25

Delivery Mode

On-campus

Duration

Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: Available

Course Link

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State
VIC
Type
University
Courses
322
Campuses
Geelong Waterfront Campus Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus Melbourne Burwood Campus Warrnambool Campus
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