Bachelor of Science (Environment) | 2018

In this course you will study the interaction of living and non-living elements of planet Earth, along with past and present human impacts. You will combine fieldwork, practical experience and research in geosciences, chemistry and the biological sciences to investigate environmental issues and propose strategies and solutions to address these problems. You will use multidisciplinary techniques and approaches, including mapping, laboratory and field data collection and observations to develop an understanding of the environment, and the ethical, social, economic and political aspects that are needed for environmental decision making.

Subject to satisfactory performance, and the approval of the Course Coordinator and the Head of Students, you may apply to transfer to the Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours) at the completion of your 100 level subjects.

Major Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this major students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge and understanding of the trends, processes and impacts that shape the Earth and its environment including local, national, global, cultural, Indigenous and spatial perspectives. 
2. Critically evaluate information and data to assess scientific methods and frameworks in the environmental sciences.  
3. Develop hypotheses and experiments to test against evidence-based scientific facts, laws, principles and evidence. 
4. Identify and articulate real world problems derived from the environmental sciences.
5. Apply knowledge and appropriate techniques, including those associated with fieldwork, to evaluate possible solutions to real world problems and defend choice of solution against alternatives. 
6. Locate, synthesise and evaluate data, information, results and literature pertaining to the environmental sciences using appropriate methods, measurements, tools and technologies.
7. Communicate environmental science perspectives and knowledge effectively to a range of audiences using appropriate technologies and communication skills.  
8. Demonstrate ethical, professional, public and personal conduct and capacity to reflect on and direct own learning and practice and participate constructively in decision-making within the context of environmental sciences.          

Course Structure

To qualify for award of the degree, the Bachelor of Science (Environment), a candidate must successfully complete at least 144 credit points, as outlined below.

Students who have not completed HSC Mathematics at Band 4 or higher (or equivalent) are required to complete a mathematics subject (MATH151 or equivalent) normally in the first year. Students interested in transferring to the Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours) (four year degree) should note that they will need to complete MATH151 as additional load.

Students Completing a Double Degree

For students completing the Environment major as part of a double degree, please go to the approved program of study for the Environment Major in a Double Degree.

Please click the subject codes in the above table for information on sessions of offer for each subject at different locations. For information regarding timetables, tutorials, and classes please the visit the Timetables and Classes page.

Honours

See separate entry for the Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours).

Entry Requirements and Credit Arrangements

Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder.

Other Information

For further information please email: smah-students@uow.edu.au