Understanding how life interacts with water, soil, and the atmosphere empowers us to develop sustainable management solutions for our most pressing environmental challenges. 

In this major at Western Sydney University, you will learn how to apply fundamental scientific knowledge to evaluate and mitigate the impacts of human activities on natural and managed ecosystems, including the built environment. 

You will have access to world-class ecological and environmental research facilities and engage in hands-on, field-based learning taught by a team at the cutting edge of research in this field.

This major will prepare you for careers in urban and natural resource management, environmental consultancy, sustainability planning, biological conservation and environmental policy.

Work Integrated Learning

Western Sydney University seeks to enhance student learning experiences by enabling students to engage in the culture, expectations and practices of their profession or discipline.  

This program includes placement or other community-based unpaid practical experience opportunities.

• Academic transcripts
• Graduation/completion certificates for any completed qualifications
• Original language and official English language translations for all documents not in English
• English language test results (if applicable)
• Passport or Visa documents (if applicable)
• Syllabus/detailed course outlines if you require a credit assessment

Assumed Knowledge: Students should have at least two units of English, two units of science (any science), and two units of mathematics at year 12 equivalent.

China:

• Successful completion of Gao San with an 80% average in 3 years.

India: 

• Indian Higher Secondary School Certificate (State Boards): Successful completion of Higher Secondary Certificate with a pass of 70% in the best 4 core subjects
• All India School Certificate (CBSE): Successful completion of AISCE (CBSE) with an overall GPA of 60% in the best 4 core subjects
• Indian School Certificate (ISC): Successful completion of ISCE with an overall GPA of 60% in the best 4 core subjects

Iran:

• Successful completion of a recognised foundation studies program, 1 year of university studies or completion of a qualification equivalent to an Australian AQF Certificate IV

Foundations Studies Programs

Western Sydney University International College offers students a range of Foundations Studies Programs in:

• Business
• Health Science and Nursing
• Science

Programs are designed to prepare students for university study by offering subjects that are an introduction to the knowledge and skills needed for an undergraduate degree at Western Sydney University.