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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Environmental Science (Environmental Management and Sustainability)

Course code: #S398

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Environmental Science (Environmental Management and Sustainability)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2024)

    $39,400 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    3 years

  • PSW

    2 years

  • Min GPA

    65 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    075361K

Highlights
Fieldwork
Professional Practice
Research

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Options
Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-March 29-February-2024 2024-02-29
Winter-July 30-June-2024 2024-06-30
Fall-March 28-February-2025 2025-02-28
Winter-July 30-June-2025 2025-06-30

Overview

Bachelor of Environmental Science (Environmental Management and Sustainability)

Throughout Deakin's Bachelor of Environmental Science (Environmental Management and Sustainability), you will explore ways to manage the interaction between people and the environment. 

Combining the latest research with extensive application of skills in professional, community, lab, and field settings, you will devise and implement innovative solutions to protect global natural resources.

Develop the confidence to address some of the most significant environmental issues we face on a global scale by exploring the role science and society play in achieving global sustainability. 

Fieldwork is a rewarding part of this course; you will get plenty of opportunities to apply your skills in beautiful outdoor and community settings. 

Industry placements provide even more practical experience and the opportunity to work alongside experienced environmental scientists.

Work experience

The course includes a compulsory professional practice unit that requires you to undertake at least 80 hours of work experience in a course-related host organisation.

Elective units may also provide additional opportunities for work-integrated learning experiences.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$53,128

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $10,212
Accommodation 1 bed room $13,728
Tuition 1 person $39,400

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents
  • Official English language translations of documents not in English
  • Award Certificates
  • A key/guide to a grading system

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

69
-
listening
21
writing
-
speaking
-
reading

PTE

50
50
listening
50
writing
50
speaking
50
reading

Cambridge

169
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

Studying at Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI) will give you the English language skills you need to start your university degree. 

If you meet the academic requirements for your course, but not the English language requirements, then you’re automatically eligible for placement at DUELI.

IELTS entry score (based on the lowest IELTS band score)Your DUELI courseAssessment outcomePathway
Less than 4.5General English 1-3 (Elementary to Pre Intermediate)55% or higher (in the written exam)EAP 1 or General English levels  4-8 ( Intermediate to Advanced)
4.5EAP 160% or higherEAP 2
5.0EAP 260% or higher

EAP 3

English for Commerce

DUELI Study Abroad Program

Entry into most Deakin College Diploma programs (except the Diploma of Communication)

5.5EAP 360% or higher

EAP 4

Entry into most Deakin University undergraduate programs

Entry into Deakin Study Abroad and Exchange programs

Entry into Deakin College Diploma of Communication

Entry into Deakin University's Master Qualifying Program (MQP)

6.0EAP 460% or higherEntry into most Deakin University postgraduate degree programs and Faculty of Health undergraduate programs (except Nursing)
65% or higherEnglish for Nursing
70% or higher

English for Teaching

Entry into Deakins HDR programs for Science Engineering and Built Environment

6.5English for Nursing  
7.0English for Teaching60% or higher

Entry into Deakin University's Master of Teaching programs

Entry into  Deakins HDR programs (Arts and Education, Business and Law, and Health)

Notes

Entry-level IELTS score based on your lowest IELTS band score

You will take the Placement Test before the start of your course.


Academic background and requirement

Current or recent Year 12

If you're currently studying Year 12 or completed Year 12 in the last two years, you will need to meet all the following criteria to be considered for admission to this degree:

Year 12 prerequisite subjects

  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English EAL (English as an Additional Language) or at least 20 in English other than EAL

 You may be considered for admission to this degree based on other qualifications as follows:

  • Higher education study
  • Polytechnic study
  • Work and life experience

 

  • China:

Complete foundation studies and/or a diploma program at Deakin College or one of Deakin's TAFE partners.

Australian Foundation Program:       65%

Note: Equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate.

 

  • India (standard class XII):     65%

 

Foundation Program:

The Deakin College Foundation Program is equivalent to upper secondary school (Year 12) and university foundation programs. 

It aims to prepare you for further study in a Deakin College Diploma or entry into the first year of a selected Deakin University bachelor's degree.

Diploma of Science

The Diploma of Science is a direct pathway to the second year of Deakin bachelor degrees in Science, Biomedical Science, Environmental Science (majors in Management and Sustainability, Wildlife and Conservation Biology), Forensic Science, Zoology and Animal Science. 

Career opportunities

  • Environmental planning and policy manager
  • Sustainability specialist
  • Environmental protector
  • Climate change adaptation and mitigation officer
  • Industry-based environmental manager
  • Waste manager
  • Environmental educator
  • Catchment manager
  • Water resource manager
  • Land rehabilitation specialist
  • Pollution controller
  • Environmental scientist
  • Conservation officer
  • Coastal and park manager

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