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.