Exploitation of the environment has taken a serious toll on the planet. Increasingly, environmental scientists are needed to apply their understanding of environmental functions and processes to challenges relating to land degradation and biodiversity loss; urban and regional development; mining, oil and gas extraction and processing; and pollution.

In this course you will gain expertise in zoology, botany, ecology, genetics, environmental management, conservation and sustainability.

Throughout the course you'll also have opportunities to participate in field activities that develop environmental monitoring skills, alongside laboratory and computer-based skills.

You'll also gain skills in experimental design, statistics, critical thinking and communication that are necessary for environmental research; and complete a capstone research unit involving a week of field- or laboratory-data collection. This experience, together with a work-integrated learning unit, will ensure you can apply the skills gained during your studies to real-world environmental issues.