Program Overview

Bachelor of Environmental Science and Master of Environmental Science

Course Overview

The Bachelor of Environmental Science and Master of Environmental Science is a four-year accelerated program that combines a bachelor's degree with a master's degree. This course is designed to provide students with advanced skills and knowledge in dealing with issues such as climate change, water resource management, sustainable natural resource use, and the rehabilitation of degraded or polluted environments.

Course Structure

In the first three years, students will complete their selected extended major in Environmental Science and Management or Environmental Science and Ecology, and a semester of postgraduate study. In the final year, students will complete their selected specialization in the Master of Environmental Science.

Career Pathways

Graduates of this course will find career opportunities in a range of areas, including:

• Environmental consulting firms
• Commonwealth and state agencies responsible for the environment, water, conservation, agriculture, and food, and primary industries
• Private sector firms working in the resources sector and non-government organizations

Graduates may work as:

• Environmental Consultant
• Environmental Manager
• Environmental Scientist
• Geographer

Admission Requirements

The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. Admission requirements include:

• Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0
• Mathematics Methods ATAR; OR Mathematics Applications ATAR with a mathematics unit taken in the first year; OR Students without ATAR mathematics to take two mathematics units in their first year
• Chemistry ATAR or an additional chemistry unit taken in the first year

Fees and Scholarships

• Domestic Student Fees: For Commonwealth-supported places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit, based on area of study. Fees are subject to annual indexation.
• International Student Fees: Annual course fee is $49,500.00 (2025). Fees are subject to annual indexation.
• Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership, and community service.

Why Study This Course?

• UWA is ranked 3rd in Australia and 44th in the world for Environmental Science and Engineering (GRAS 2024)
• You'll learn to help society resolve conflicts caused by the increasing demands of growing populations on the environment through an understanding of environmental science and social science
• You'll become a leader in environmental science and policy analysis with strong career opportunities

Work Integrated Learning

• Develop your employability skills through a science work placement
• Available units include SCIE2205 Science Work Placement Unit and SCIE2206 Science Consultancy Project

Fieldwork in Science

• Find out more about our amazing field trips in the Natural and Physical Sciences interest area that'll take you all around Western Australia and beyond.

Centre of Excellence in Natural Resource Management

• The Centre of Excellence in Natural Resource Management (CENRM) is a leader in the provision of knowledge necessary to better manage natural resources in Australia.