Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science)

University of Canberra

Australia, Canberra

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University of Canberra

Australia , Canberra

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Bruce

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines10-Aug-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 33,600 / year(s)

Next Intake 10-Aug-2026

Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science)

About

Understand the science behind our ecosystems

From climate change, habitat loss and pollution, environments around the world are facing extreme challenges. Explore these important issues along with other socio-scientific challenges, with UC’s Bachelor of Environmental Science. Immerse yourself in the world of environmental science using the latest lab and field tools, and emerge with an applied, solutions-focused perspective.

The Specialist Major in Environmental Science builds upon the Core Major in Science to give you skills to identify, conceptualise and analyse a diverse environmental futures. You’ll be introduced to major environmental challenges and be inspired to innovate solutions using cutting-edge approaches.

The inclusion of a breadth component allows you to explore and expand your learning across a range of disciplines. Scenario-based study and work-integrated learning (WIL) opportunities ensure you graduate career-ready, equipped to solve a range of theoretical and contemporary real-world problems in local and global contexts.

Study a Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science) at UC and you will

Exhibit a breadth of scientific knowledge and technical skills, with specialist depth in environmental science.

Develop critical thinking and data analysis skills to solve a range of complex problems in local and global contexts.

Select and apply appropriate practical, conceptual and/or theoretical techniques or scientific tools to conduct scientific investigations relevant to a range of disciplines, with particular specialisation in environmental science.

Demonstrate the ability to collect scientific data individually or collaboratively, within legal, ethical and social frameworks, with key laboratory and field-based competencies.

Evaluate current and emerging ethical and cultural issues that arise in contemporary science and exhibit cross-cultural competence and social responsibility.

Critically analyse, synthesise and integrate scientific knowledge, literature, data, or arguments for effective communication to a range of audiences.

Work-integrated learning

Get practical experience with inbuilt professional practice units. Complete internships with leading organisations like CSIRO, ACT Parks and Wildlife, Questacon and more.

Access unique opportunities to work on real-world research projects. The University of Canberra’s own Institute for Applied Ecology is renowned for delivering high-quality, globally significant research with practical solutions to real-world environmental problems.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means: Year 12 ATAR, other Australian Qualification, work experience, overseas qualification.

English Program Requirements

An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).

Career

Environmental Scientist, Consultant, or Manager

Environmental Protection Officer

Invasive Species Officer

Natural Resource Manager

Park Ranger

Research Scientist

Sustainability Officer

Water Scientist

Waterways Planner

Course specific information

The Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science) is your pathway to a career contributing to a positive environmental future. In addition to a wealth of career opportunities with an applied focus, you will be setting yourself up perfectly for postgraduate study or research. You’ll access unique opportunities to work on real-world research projects through UC’s Institute for Applied Ecology, which is renowned for delivering high-quality research with practical solutions to environmental problems.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 33,600

Application Fee

AUD

How to Apply

If you’re an international student applying for an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree, you can apply directly to UC using our online application portal or through an agent from our international agent network.

Choosing UC for a student exchange or study abroad program

If you’re an international student currently enrolled at an overseas university and you’d like to study at UC on a student exchange or study abroad program, you also need to apply through UC’s online application portal.

International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia

You should apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) if you're an international student in your final year of secondary school and studying any of the following programs in Australia: