Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Environment and Society

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Environment and Society combines science and social science to equip students with the knowledge and skills to address environmental challenges. Through coursework, field experiences, and industry engagements, students develop a deep understanding of environmental systems, sustainability practices, and policy formulation. The program prepares graduates for careers in environmental governance, sustainability leadership, and environmental protection.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Environment and Society is a unique and comprehensive degree that combines science and social science knowledge. It is designed to give you all the competencies required to succeed in environmental governance positions, or to become a sustainability leader, and help protect our natural environment. Through the combination of work in the classroom, the laboratory and the field, you will build an understanding of both scientific and social theory. Through several real-life projects, you will learn to reconsider and apply theoretical concepts to practical problems. You’ll build further skills through industry engagements and work placements.

Outline:

Year 1

• Fundamentals of environmental sciences
• History and philosophy of contemporary environmental concepts and movements

Year 2

• Social science topics that inform sustainability practices
• Key economic concepts
• How environmental systems work and how they might be better managed
• Study abroad or study tour

Year 3

• Policy formulation, writing and implementation
• Environmental and natural resource management
• Specialization in applied science topics

Year 4

• Client-based projects
• Field-based projects
• Work placement centered on real-life environmental issues

Assessment:

• Essay and report writing
• Tutorials
• Group work
• Examinations
• Individual and group assignments and projects
• Reflective journals
• Assessed tutorials
• Presentations
• Self- and peer-assessment

Teaching:

• Laboratory-based classes
• Fieldwork
• Online presence to supplement class-based work
• Access to online and digital resources through the myRMIT student portal

Careers:

• Scientist
• Policymaker
• Environmental advocate and activist
• Environmental manager
• Sustainability manager
• Sustainability consultant
• Environmental protection officer
• Environmental policy officer
• Community education officer