Bachelor of Environmental Science
Why study the Bachelor of Environmental Science at UNE?
This program is an integral part of regional, rural and national sustainability. It provides an environmental training within a mainstream sciences framework and students study current environmental problems with biologists, ecologists and environmental managers. The BEnvSc produces graduates of high quality, who will be valued for their expertise in basic scientific disciplines and for their ability to apply their knowledge to cross-disciplinary areas, especially those relating to environmental issues. They will have direct application and specialisation in areas such as scientific understanding of the physical and biological processes operating in the environment, the impact of human activities on the physical and biological environment, pollution of the environment and its impact on human and other organisms and remediation strategies for a polluted environment. A fourth year is required for Honours.
Career Opportunities
Examples include positions in museums and herbaria, zoos and botanic gardens, commercial industry and government planning departments, environmental protection agencies, national parks and wildlife management, forestry, water and soil conservation, environmental consultancies conducting impact statements and assessments, mining (rehabilitation, waste control and treatment); research careers with CSIRO, university and industries.
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DURATION
3 Years Full-time6 Years Part-time
FEES
Commonwealth Supported PlaceOP
132008 STUDY OPTIONS
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| Official Abbreviation | BEnvSc |
| Course Type | Undergraduate |
| Commencement | Semester 1 and Semester 2 |
| Study Mode | On and Off Campus |
| Course Duration |
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| 2007 UAI | 70 |
| 2007 OP | 13 |
| Fees | Commonwealth Supported Place |
| Total Credit Points | 144 |
| Benefits | Fully credited exchange programs of one semester are in place with international universities. Graduates of the BEnvSc are also eligible to enrol for a range of Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and course work Master programs |
| How to apply | New students to UNE apply to study on-campus through UAC or QTAC. For more information, click here All other students apply directly to UNE using the undergraduate admission form. For more information, click here |
| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
| Entry Requirements | Normal admission requirements apply. Assumed knowledge is Mathematics and recommended knowledge is Biology and/or Chemistry and/or Physics. For students without the recommended background knowledge, the Faculty offers a Foundation unit in Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics. |
| Double Degree Opportunities | A Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Laws is offered. Successful candidates for this double degree program are awarded the degrees of Bachelor of Environmental Science and the Bachelor of Laws. |
| Advanced Standing | Advanced standing for 60 credit points is granted on the basis of a completed NSW TAFE qualification approved by the Faculty. |
| Honours | A foruth Honours year is available to students with an above average academic record. Study is undertaken in one of the disciplines chosen for specialisation leading to the award of Bachelor of Environmental Science with Honours. The BEnvSc(Hons) degree can lead to further postgraduate study. |
| Scholarships | The University offers a number of Faculty/College and country scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents. |
| Academic Colours |
malachite green (BCC 23) |
| Further Information | 
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Credit Point Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate shall achieve a total of 144 credit points.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
Course Structure |
Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Core Units | 102 cps |
| Elective Units | 42 cps |
| Total | 144 cps |
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Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Diploma in The Sciences on completion of 48 credit points or the Advanced Diploma in The Sciences on completion of 72 credit points.
Period of Candidature
The maximum period of candidature is 5 years as a full-time candidate and 10 years as a part-time candidate.
Advanced Standing
Advanced standing will not be granted for units SCI395 or WORK300.
Candidates who have completed the NSW TAFE Diploma in Laboratory Technology specialising in Biological and Environmental Testing may be granted a maximum of 60 credit points of advanced standing depending on which modules they completed. Possible specified units for advanced standing are BIOL110, BIOL120, CHEM110, ECOL203, or SOIL220.
Candidates who have completed the NSW TAFE Diploma in Laboratory Technology specialising in Environmental monitoring and Technology may be granted a maximum of 60 credit points of advanced standing depending on which modules they completed. Possible specified units for advanced standing are BIOL110, BIOL120, CHEM110, ECOL203, or SOIL220.
Candidates who have completed the NSW TAFE Diploma in Laboratory Technology specialising in Conservation and Land Management may be granted a maximum of 60 credit points of advanced standing depending on which modules they completed. Possible specified units for advanced standing are BIOL110, BIOL120, ECOL203, or SOIL220.