Secure your career solving environmental challenges for future generations
The environment is a critical part of our everyday lives. From climate change and overpopulation, to pollution, natural resources, ecosystems and land management, the field requires experts who can contribute to solving today’s challenges for future generations.
UNE offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses and specialisations in environmental studies designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to adapt to changes in conservation technology and governmental policy in this essential field. Because UNE has a long history of helping adults prepare themselves for changes in the workplace, our courses focus on some of the major world environmental challenges such as food security, pollution, climate change and conserving threatened species, to ensure that you are future-fit to adapt to advancements in the field. UNE is one of Australia’s leading providers of education in environmental science. We have state-of-the-art facilities and a team of world-class scientists who have the experience to help you secure your career.
Most of our students choose to study online, where they belong to a community of adults who bring their life and work experience together to build real world networks for the future. Our on-campus students take advantage of campus accommodation, sporting and support services. Whether online or on-campus, you can choose to study full-time or part-time over three trimesters per year.
With UNE, you’ll graduate prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the planet, whether you choose to pursue careers in research, education or policy making. By choosing UNE, you’ll be studying with an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, students award us the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.
Explore the study options related to the environment on offer at UNE.
What our students say
Tamara Kermode, Bachelor of Environmental Science student
Flexible, supportive, wide-ranging and super interesting. Student Tamara Kermode shows us what's great about studying environmental science at UNE.
Find the right major or specialisation for your studies in Environment
With the demand for environmental professionals now at critical levels as we face the climate crisis, UNE’s study offerings will help you to stay at the forefront of rapid changes to the industry. Strengthen your position as a proactive leader. Explore your environment study options now.
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- Bachelor Honours
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- Specialist Course
Explore how peace workers support individuals, families, communities and societies in transforming conflicts before they escalate towards violence. Become an expert in post-conflict recovery and management in a global and digital era, and secure a…
Explore how peace workers support individuals, families, communities and societies in transforming conflicts before they escalate towards violence. Become an expert in post-conflict recovery and management in a global and digital era, and secure a career in rebuilding conflict-affected communities.
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| Bachelor of Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
| Advanced Diploma in Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
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- Specialisation
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- Specialist Course
Understanding how people and the environment interact with each other is becoming more important as our population grows and our climate changes. Develop skills in communication and collaboration, research and analysis, and planning and policy.…
Understanding how people and the environment interact with each other is becoming more important as our population grows and our climate changes. Develop skills in communication and collaboration, research and analysis, and planning and policy. Advance your career with UNE.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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| Bachelor of Environmental Science | Major | Undergraduate |
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- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
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- Minor
- Specialisation
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- Specialist Course
Global challenges such as climate change and natural resource erosion are driving the need for specialists in physical geography. Develop soft skills such as communication and collaboration, and technical skills such as remote sensing, GIS and…
Global challenges such as climate change and natural resource erosion are driving the need for specialists in physical geography. Develop soft skills such as communication and collaboration, and technical skills such as remote sensing, GIS and modelling with the experts at UNE.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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| Bachelor of Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science | Major | Undergraduate |
| Advanced Diploma in Arts | Minor | Undergraduate |
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- Bachelor Honours
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Whether you are already established in your field or looking to break into a new one, strengthen your skillsets with UNE's experts in planning and sustainability. Hone your research, analysis, problem solving and communication skills to meet…
Whether you are already established in your field or looking to break into a new one, strengthen your skillsets with UNE's experts in planning and sustainability. Hone your research, analysis, problem solving and communication skills to meet employer needs for a sustainability-focused future.
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| Undergraduate Certificate in Arts | Major | Undergraduate |
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- Bachelor Honours
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Advance your career by specialising in the rapidly-developing field of quantitative ecology with the experts at UNE. Build the statistical modelling, remote sensing and data science skills needed to meet the increasing demand for data-driven…
Advance your career by specialising in the rapidly-developing field of quantitative ecology with the experts at UNE. Build the statistical modelling, remote sensing and data science skills needed to meet the increasing demand for data-driven ecological research.
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| Master of Scientific Studies | Major | Postgraduate |
| Graduate Diploma in Science | Major | Postgraduate |
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- Bachelor Honours
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- Minor
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Become equipped for the shift towards more sustainable approaches in the fast-changing field of rural development. UNE's experts will help you to hone the skillsets in business and economic analysis that employers need to prioritise policies and …
Become equipped for the shift towards more sustainable approaches in the fast-changing field of rural development. UNE's experts will help you to hone the skillsets in business and economic analysis that employers need to prioritise policies and agreements that will support rural development.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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| Master of Economic and Regional Development | Major | Postgraduate |
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- Bachelor Honours
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The evolution of global digital platforms has emphasised the need for effective communication of complex scientific issues. The experts at UNE will equip you with the information management, research, writing and communication skills that will help…
The evolution of global digital platforms has emphasised the need for effective communication of complex scientific issues. The experts at UNE will equip you with the information management, research, writing and communication skills that will help you to excel in any scientific industry.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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| Bachelor of Environmental Science | Minor | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of GeoScience | Minor | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Zoology | Minor | Undergraduate |
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- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
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- Specialisation
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Pollution and climate change are driving demand for soil experts. Benefit from UNE's expertise in soil science as you build chemical and biological understanding of soil systems. Hone the critical thinking and communication skills to secure your …
Pollution and climate change are driving demand for soil experts. Benefit from UNE's expertise in soil science as you build chemical and biological understanding of soil systems. Hone the critical thinking and communication skills to secure your role in agricultural and environmental industries.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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| Bachelor of Environmental Science | Minor | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Laws | Minor | Undergraduate |
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- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Keep up to date with rapid technological advances by studying spatial science with UNE. Develop the technical skills in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, and spatial modelling that will safeguard an exciting career in a variety…
Keep up to date with rapid technological advances by studying spatial science with UNE. Develop the technical skills in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, and spatial modelling that will safeguard an exciting career in a variety of swiftly evolving environmental industries.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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| Bachelor of Environmental Science | Minor | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Laws | Minor | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of GeoScience | Minor | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Zoology | Minor | Undergraduate |
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- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
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- Minor
- Specialisation
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- Specialist Course
Equip yourself for the growing emphases on sustainability and animal welfare in the animal management industry. UNE will help you develop the critical thinking, analysis, and communication skills you will need for a flexible career in a dynamic,…
Equip yourself for the growing emphases on sustainability and animal welfare in the animal management industry. UNE will help you develop the critical thinking, analysis, and communication skills you will need for a flexible career in a dynamic, evolving industry.
| Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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| Bachelor of Animal Science | Minor | Undergraduate |
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Careers in Environment
By studying environmental science with UNE, you will have the future-proof skillset to secure positions in a wide range of careers and industries. With the need for experts critical at this moment in history, professionals with skillsets in environmental science can find work in a variety of settings.
- Environmental scientist
Conduct research, collect and analyse data, and assess environmental issues to develop conservation strategies. - Environmental consultant
Provide expert advice to businesses, organisations, and governments. - Conservation biologist
Work to protect and restore ecosystems, conduct research on endangered species and develop conservation plans. - Environmental engineer
Design and implement technologies and systems to address pollution, waste management and sustainable energy solutions. - Policy analyst
Evaluate existing environmental policies, develop new policies and analyse potential impact on the environment. - Sustainability officer
Develop and implement sustainable practices within organisations to reduce their environmental footprint. - Environmental educator
Teach environmental science in schools and other community settings. - Climate change analyst
Research and analyse climate data, assess the impacts of climate change and develop strategies for adaptation and mitigation.
A career in Environment
A degree in environmental science means you can choose from a range of exciting careers including environmental protection, environmental consultancy, government policy maker, national park manager, zoo curator, ecotourism, research and conservation. The skills you will acquire in your studies will help you to future-proof your career.
With the hands on and industry ready way the classes are taught I have learnt skills that have allowed me to work in some of the most amazing places in Australia.
I studied geochemistry, ore deposit geology, geophysics and GIS mapping. When I left as a graduate, I hit the ground running and was considered a semi expert in an emergent field.
Getting hands-on in the practicals and getting to know lecturers are some of the great experiences at intensive schools.
The Australian Government’s Job Outlook website says environmental science as a profession has experienced strong growth in recent years, and further growth is expected into the future. It lists the current average weekly pay for Environmental Scientists at $2099.
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2024
No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience
QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience
QILT Student Experience Survey
Five Stars for
Teaching Quality
UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality
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What happens next?
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