Bachelor of Sustainable Environments and Planning

Bond University

Australia, Gold Coast

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Bond University

Australia , Gold Coast

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesFebruary-2026

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Duration 6 semester(s)

Next Intake February-2026

Bachelor of Sustainable Environments and Planning

About

Note: This program has been discontinued, with May 2019 being the final intake of students. The following information is being retained for students currently enrolled in the program.

Now more than ever, more emphasis has been placed on the environmental management and planning of our cities. Graduates must acquire knowledge to solve problems and reshape the quality and performance of cities around the world.

The Bachelor of Sustainable Environments and Planning at Bond, equips graduates with knowledge in environmental science and management, and urban design and planning. This combination of knowledge and skill development allows graduates to pursue many career paths in the natural built environment.

By learning in the University’s Sustainable Development Building, students will also be encouraged to expand their horizons and redefine the sustainability and planning industry of tomorrow, promoting sustainable practices. Students will experience Bond’s small class sizes and learn from nationally and internationally recognised academics in a collaborative environment. This allows students the opportunity to refine their skill set and apply their theoretical knowledge in practical settings.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

General Secondary Education Certificate 85%

Grade average of final year results. Converted to a percentage scale where 50% = pass if otherwise reported.

General Secondary Education Certificate (Successful Completion) and required SAT score 1020

Overall test score. Where multiple test results have been presented, the overall test result providing the best rank will be used.

English Program Requirements

English language proficiency requirements

Bond's programs are taught and assessed in English, so depending on your educational background and citizenship, you may be required to provide evidence that your English language ability meets our requirements. This may include submitting results from an approved English Language Test taken in the past two years - you can see the required results for the most common approved tests below. There are other ways to demonstrate English language proficiency and gain entry into this program, including demonstrating prior study in English, or other qualifications. If your qualification does not meet the English language requirements then you will need to provide an English proficiency test for admission.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Overall score 6.5 with no sub score less than 6.0
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic Overall score 58 with no Communicative Scores below 50
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT): Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) Overall score 79 (no scores below 21 in Writing, 18 in Speaking, and 16 in Reading and Listening)

Career

Where will your degree take you?

The Bachelor of Sustainable Environments and Planning is professionally recognised by some of Australia’s leading professional bodies. This allows graduates to differentiate themselves within the industry when entering the workforce.

With the majority of the world’s population now living in urban areas, there is considerable demand for graduates with expertise in sustainable living environments. Climate change, urban management and environmental impact are prominent concerns for both industry and government, creating high demand for environmental and urban professionals.

The Bachelor of Sustainable Environments and Planning will provide you with access to a wide range of career pathways in the natural and built environments. Graduates will be equipped with the knowledge and practical experience required to be sustainability and planning professionals in business, industry, government, and consulting firms. Graduates can progress into a wide range of careers in city and regional planning, community infrastructure, development assessment, fisheries and agriculture, mining and energy, property, strategic or social planning, tourism, transportation, or urban design. Graduates of this program will be equipped with a comprehensive knowledge of sustainable environments and will be able to seek work anywhere in Australia or around the world.

Outcomes

City planner

A city planners’ primary role is to ensure that short and long-term urban land use goals are reached, while keeping in mind the future requirements of ever-growing urban populations. This can ensure that infrastructure such as schools and town centres are both long-lasting and sustainable.

Urban planner

An Urban and Regional planner is responsible for the development and application of policies for the controlled use of land. They provide advice on social factors affecting land use, after compiling and analysing economic, legal, cultural, demographic, sociological, and physical data.

Urban design planner

An Urban Design Planner is responsible for the appearance, function and liveability of our suburbs, towns and cities. They can operate on the macro scale of zoning, transport and infrastructure networks, or on a micro scale involving factors such as street design.