Bachelor of Science (Earth and Environmental Systems) — full-time

Southern Cross University - Lismore

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Overview

The Bachelor of Science (Earth and Environmental Systems) provides a strong foundation in science, including field and laboratory experimentation and analytical techniques, as well as socioecological systems, management and critical thinking. The Earth and Environmental Systems specialisation develops skills and understanding of environmental science and management. Specialist units cover ecology, ecosystem regeneration, biogeochemistry, modelling and resource management (including water, catchments and waste/resources in the circular economy). Students may choose from a range of elective units, including ecological economics, wildlife conservation, and protected area management. This degree is characterised by a high level of practical and field experience, making the most of our easy access to a variety of subtropical terrestrial, coastal and marine ecosystems. This course can also be studied online. Some units require attendance at on-campus workshops. For more course information, visit Bachelor of Science at Southern Cross University.

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Potential Career Outcomes

Career opportunities in Earth and Environmental Systems include 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.

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University

Southern Cross University

Campus

Lismore

Course Type

Bachelors Degree

Study Area

Science

Delivery Mode

On-campus

Duration

Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: 6 years

Indicative ATAR

Unknown

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State
NSW
Type
University
Courses
243
Campuses
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