Why study Earth and Environment at UNE?
Demand for effectively trained earth and environment practitioners continues to grow, as governments and industries across the world grapple with increasingly critical environmental issues. UNE’s expertise in earth and environmental sciences will equip you with the knowledge and skills to help address many of the world’s most pressing environmental challenges.
Located in regional north east NSW, we have a unique understanding of complex environmental issues affecting regional, rural and remote areas. Our wide range of laboratories house cutting-edge technologies which contribute to both your education and our industry-leading research, and our extensive industry partnerships provide you with access to vital real-world experience and networking opportunities.
Our diverse undergraduate and postgraduate courses are tailored to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute to a sustainable future for our planet. UNE's experienced teaching staff – including biologists, ecologists, geologists and environmental management experts – apply their knowledge to help you anticipate and respond to the challenges of a growing population, climate change, environmental remediation and restoration, and natural resource management.
The environmental challenges ahead call for experts who are adaptable and innovative. Advocate for the earth and its environment by choosing to study with Australia’s No. 1 university for Full-Time Employment in Environmental studies (Good Universities Guide 2024, postgraduate).
Explore our Earth and Environment offerings now.
Disciplines within Earth and Environment
Courses by study level
- Advanced Diploma in Arts
- Associate Degree in Teaching (Pacific Focus)
- Bachelor of Agricultural and Resource Economics
- Bachelor of Agriculture
- Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business
- Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Animal Science
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics
- Bachelor of Economics
- Bachelor of Economics/Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Education (In-service Conversion)
- Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching)
- Bachelor of Education (Pacific Focus)
- Bachelor of Education (Secondary Arts)
- Bachelor of Education (Secondary STEM)
- Bachelor of Educational Studies
- Bachelor of Environmental Science
- Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of GeoScience
- Bachelor of Rural Science
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Scientific Studies
- Bachelor of Social Science
- Bachelor of Special and Inclusive Education (Primary)
- Bachelor of Sustainability
- Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning
- Bachelor of Zoology
- Diploma in Agricultural Studies
- Diploma in Earth and Environmental Science
- Diploma in Science
- Diploma in Town Planning
- Diploma in Zoological Studies
- Graduate Certificate in Agriculture
- Graduate Certificate in Arts
- Graduate Certificate in Environmental Science
- Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice
- Graduate Certificate in Science
- Graduate Diploma in Economics
- Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice
- Graduate Diploma in Science
- Graduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning
- Master of Arts
- Master of Economic and Regional Development
- Master of Economics
- Master of Environmental Science and Management
- Master of Science in Agriculture
- Master of Scientific Studies
- Master of Teaching (Secondary)
- Master of Urban and Regional Planning
Why study with us?

Learning geology at UNE has been the single best thing to influence my life. I have learnt skills that have allowed me to work in some of the most amazing places in Australia.
Jessie Cooke, Bachelor of Science (Geology)Earth and Environment Careers
Earth and environment experts are increasingly in demand. A qualification can help you to future fit yourself for professions such as:
- environmental consultant
- environmental research scientist
- ecologist or aquatic ecologist
- conservation, restoration and remediation specialist
- geologist or geoscientist
- risk manager.
UNE’s double degree in Environmental Science/Laws also allows you to combine your passion for the environment with a practical understanding of the law.
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
19 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 19 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2025Five Stars for
Social Equity
UNE rates among the top 20% of universities nationally and is #1 in NSW for Social Equity
Good Universities Guide 2025Five Stars for
Graduate Employment
UNE rates among the top 20% of universities for Graduate Full-time Employment
Good Universities Guide 2025 (Undergraduate)What happens next?
Got any questions about a course you would like to study? Don’t hesitate to contact us, our Future Student team is standing by to help.
2025 applications are now open. The application process only takes 20 minutes to complete. Don’t delay, apply now!
Your start date is based on the study period you choose to apply for.