Program Overview

Bachelor of Environmental Science

The Bachelor of Environmental Science is a three-year full-time or six-year part-time course that combines academic studies with practical experience, allowing students to play an active role in the protection and conservation of the environment.

Key Details

• Duration: 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
• Intake: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Semester
• Locations: Casuarina campus, Online
• Entry Requirements: View full entry requirements
• Credit Points Required: 240
• Course Code: WENVS1

Overview

This course provides foundation knowledge in biology, ecology, and spatial analysis, enabling students to solve complex environmental problems. Students will explore human impacts, social and cultural perspectives, identify solutions to environmental challenges, and learn how to effectively communicate information for positive environmental outcomes.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this course are prepared to work in various areas, including:

• Environment and heritage
• Biodiversity conservation
• Land and water resource management
• Mine site rehabilitation
• Nature-based tourism
• First Nations land management
• Wildlife and reserve management
• Land-care
• Teaching
• Consultancy
• Environmental research

Credit Transfers and Advanced Standing

Credit transfer arrangements are available for students with completed Certificate IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or Associate Degree qualifications in the same field or discipline. Students can refer to the additional information provided about Advanced Standing and Credit Transfer and Pathways.

Fees

• Commonwealth Supported Places: Available to students who meet specific residency requirements.
• International Tuition Fees: AUD $38,048.00 per year for full-time study in 2026.

Why Study Science, Environmental Science, and Management at CDU?

CDU offers a unique learning experience with:

• A five-star rating for graduate employment outcomes
• The opportunity to study online, on campus, part-time, or full-time
• Practical experience in the field
• Small class sizes and a community feel

What Will I Study?

The course includes common and core foundation units completed mainly in the first year, providing a grounding in biology, ecology, earth systems, statistics, and study design. Students can then select one or two majors in Biodiversity and Conservation, Water and Landscapes, Spatial and Quantitative Ecology, or Eco-cultural Resource Management.

Course Structure

• Core Units: 9 units totaling 90 credit points
• Specialist Electives: 12 units totaling 120 credit points, including the completion of at least one major
• Electives: 3 units totaling 30 credit points

Majors

Students can choose from the following majors:

• Biodiversity and Conservation
• Spatial and Quantitative Ecology
• Water and Landscapes
• Eco-cultural Resource Management

Study Plan

The recommended study plan is provided for students commencing in Semester 1, Semester 2, or Summer Semester. Students should maintain the basic order of units and check the prerequisite and assumed knowledge for each unit.

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements are met by one of the following:

• Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60
• Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher
• Successful completion of at least 0.5 years of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma
• Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications
• Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140
• Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognized tertiary preparation courses
• Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience
• Australian Defence Force (ADF) members with service of 1 year or more at specific ranks

English Language Requirements

• DOMESTIC STUDENTS: Must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements
• INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: Must meet the minimum English language requirement for the course, which can be met by undertaking previous education from an English-speaking country or by completing an approved English language test

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the University in accordance with the Higher Education Standards.

Inherent Requirements

There are inherent requirements for this course, which students must read and understand.

Australian Qualification Framework

This course is recognized in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 7.

Student Profile

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Additional Information

• Can offers be deferred? Yes
• Award: Bachelor of Environmental Science
• Faculty/College: Faculty of Science and Technology
• Sector: HE
• Area of study: Science, Environmental Science, and Management