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Charles Sturt University (CSU)

Sydney , New South Wales ,Australia

Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management

Our natural landscapes face challenges like never before. We need innovative custodians of the land, its biodiversity and its heritage. Would you like to play a part in improving the health of ecosystems, human welfare and our planet? Make it happen with the Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management from Charles Sturt University.

Gain the skills to tackle many environmental issues, including land degradation, loss of biodiversity, climate change and water management. Plus, major in an area that captures your imagination: Applied Earth Science; Aquatic Ecosystems; Climate and Sustainability; Ecology and Conservation; or Parks, Recreation and Heritage.

Why study with us?

Get the best of both worlds

We're changing the game when it comes to learning that works for you. Year one, you can choose to study online or combine on-campus and online study. you'll make all-important connections with your peers and academics, and build your professional network with employers. Plus, because we know you have a busy life, we'll keep the timetable nice and compact so you can fit everything in. As you move into your second and third years, you'll study more independently as you start to major in and undertake industry placements. The course changes as you learn more.

Build a solid foundation - then specialise through majors

Will you get a solid grounding in the fundamental theory and practice in your field? Of course. That's what your first year is all about. You then build on those foundations by majoring in an area that aligns with your career goals. Choose from: Applied Earth Science; Aquatic Ecosystems; Climate and Sustainability; Ecology and Conservation; and Parks, Recreation and Heritage.

Explore the change the world needs

This environmental sciences course is closely aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which is a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet. You'll investigate key elements of the SDGs - such as clean water, sustainable cities, climate action, life below water and life on land - and, crucially, how environmental, social and economic factors intersect in the drive for a sustainable future.

Work with employers from day one

Build your career from day one with work-based experiences that build to placements later in the degree, including opportunities for international study in places such as Bhutan, Cambodia and Nepal. By the time you graduate, you'll have the ultimate portfolio of skills that industry needs. How do we know industry needs them? We got industry to help us develop the course.

Campus Information

Albury-Wodonga, New South Wales

Albury-Wodonga is a vibrant regional centre situated on the border of NSW and Victoria. It is home to a great range of shops, theatre, cafés and restaurants, and just a stone's throw from snowfields and wine regions, providing excellent day trips when you need a break from study.

Port Macquarie

Port Macquarie is a growing coastal hub in a picturesque setting. There is plenty for people of all ages to do, whether a high-speed boat or a scenic river cruise is your scene. There are beaches, rainforests and wildlife, as well as a huge range of festivals and cultural events, shopping and cafés.

Intakes

  • March
  • July
  • Nov

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Application Process

More Information Required
10 Days
Possible Interview Call
10 Days
Provisional/Unconditional Offer
20 Days
Visa Process
30 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Charles Sturt University is dedicated to excellence in the delivery of higher education and has a well-earned reputation for providing exceptional education delivered by dedicated professionals with practical and relevant industry experience. Our academics are supported by well-researched curriculum and teaching methods that maintain high levels of satisfaction among graduates, employers and the University's partners.

Charles Sturt University consistently ranks highly for graduate employment. A recent survey showed that 81% of domestic graduates of Charles Sturt found employment within four months of completing their bachelor degree (2015 Australian Graduate Survey). We scored the highest possible, five-star rating for undergraduate student retention and success in getting a job (2016 Good Universities Guide). 84.2% of all graduates eligible for full-time work were successful in getting a job (Graduate Destinations Survey 2012-2014). Many of our courses offer access to practicum opportunities from the first year of study, ensuring students are equipped to tackle real-life situations and are building relationships with prospective employers right from the start.

Our courses are developed in collaboration with industry representatives to ensure the skills our graduates acquire meet industry needs. Not only are our degrees accredited with the relevant Australian government and industry bodies, these organisations are working closely with the University to guarantee that Charles Sturt University graduates are industry-ready wherever they may work.

PSW Opportunity

Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.

  • Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
  • Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
  • Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
  • The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants

Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:

  • Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
  • Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
  • Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
  • PhD students can stay upto 4 years

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

FOR INDIA

  • Completion of the All India Senior School Certificates, where awarded by CBSE and metro state boards. Overall score of 60% in 4 Academic subjects:
    > CBSE
    > India School Certificate (ISC)
    > State Boards
  • A completed award with a minimum total score of 24 or above in the International Baccalaureate
  • Completion of two GCE A2 Levels with a minimum of 2 x D or equivalent in a minimum of two subjects, where A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1
  • A pass in the first division in the Pre-University Certificate.

Bangladesh

  • Completion of at least one year of study at a recognised university with passing grades or better
  • Completion of a 2 or 3 year bachelor's degree with a recognised university with passing grades or better
  • A completed award with a minimum total score of 24 or above in the International Baccalaureate.

Nepal

  • Higher Secondary Education Certificate plus minimum of one year of successful study at a recognised tertiary institution.
  • Higher Secondary Education Certificate with a grade average of 65%.
  • A completed award with a minimum score of 24 or above in the International Baccalaureate.

Sri Lanka

  • Completion of the GCE A Levels.  Overall grade in the best three subjects equalling 5/15 where A1=5, B=4, C=3, S=1
  • Completion of two GCE A2 Levels with a minimum of 2 x D or equivalent in a minimum of two subjects, where A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1
  • A completed award with a minimum score of 24 or above in the International Baccalaureate
  • Sri Lankan GCE A level plus a recognised diploma (both completed)
  • Completion of the first year of a recognised university bachelor's degree
  • Completion of recognised College or Polytechnic diploma.

Pakistan

  • Higher Secondary School Certificate plus one year of study at bachelor's degree level at a recognised institution.

You can normally meet the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for entry to most Charles Sturt University courses by doing one of the following:

providing evidence of having completed a sufficient standard of study in English (as outlined in Group one and Group two lists below)
for undergraduate courses have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:

  • a minimum overall score of 6.0
  • no individual score below 5.5