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There is a solid demand for Environmental Scientists and Environmental Technologists in Australia. Upon graduation, career prospects exist in the regulatory, planning, extractive and agriculture-based primary industries, which are increasingly focused on long-lasting sustainable productivity and management of natural resources. Jobs can be found in the following areas:

1) Broad range of careers with government, environmental consultancies & industry
2) Department of Natural Resources
3) National Parks
4) Environmental Protection Agency
5) Local Councils
6) Mining companies
7) Occupational health
8) Remote sensing
9) Landcare
10) Environmental NGOs

Undergraduate Studies

About CQUniversity's Bachelor of Environmental Science Program

The Bachelor of Environmental Science is a multi-disciplinary degree that provides graduates with theoretical and practical skills for employment in fields related to ecologically sustainable development. It is a very suitable degree if you are interested in our natural environment and in conservation.
You will learn how to manage our natural resources sustainably by becoming equipped with critical thinking, and analytical and problem-solving skills.

CQUniversity offers students the option to enrol mid-year. Mid-year intake enrolment dates are in May. CQUniversity is also one of the only universities to allow students the choice of studying on campus or by distance mode.

The multi-disciplinary degree you will find satisfying

CQUniversity's Bachelor of Environmental Science degree has recently been 'revamped' in line with the recommendations from graduates and employer groups. Environmental issues are multi-faceted and graduates bring together skills from various disciplines in the experimental and social sciences.

Environmental science applies the knowledge from biological, chemical, physical and social sciences to the study of environmental problems. Both now and in the future, there will be an ongoing emphasis on ecological sustainability and environmental management.

Enrol in a Bachelor of Environmental Science today and emerge equipped to handle the environmental challenges of tomorrow.

Why study a Bachelor of Environmental Science?

A Bachelor of Environmental Science will provide you with the skills and knowledge to work in the broad and growing field of environmental management. The environment has become the focus of activities by individuals, local communities, corporations, schools and governments at all levels. Coupled with the focus on sustainable development in policy-making, a Bachelor of Environmental Science is the degree most suited for people who want to work in the areas of environmental management and achieving sustainable development for our society.

Areas of specialisation in the degree are:

1) Water management
2) Land management
3) Environmental planning
4) Ecology
5) Occupational health & safety
6) Environmental geography
7) Environmental and natural resource sociology

For more information, contact:
Phil Field
p.field@cqu.edu.au
1300 360 444

Applications are through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre
Tel: 1900 971 166

Postgraduate Studies

Going on to do further study?

Some of you might be thinking about furthering your study after completing the Bachelor of Environmental Science. Currently CQUniversity offers nine postgraduate programs that relate to water resources management, sustainable development and environmental management. Details of these can be found in CQUniversity's online Handbook. Click here to view information.

If you would like to discuss our postgraduate offerings, you can contact:

Jo Rees
j.rees@cqu.edu.au
1300 360 444

Rod's testimonial

"When I first enrolled in the Bachelor of Environmental Science program through CQUniversity, I had a relatively narrow view of what possibilities may be open to me upon completion. However, I soon came to realise that there were a broad range of options available. The opportunities made available to me by completing courses in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Occupational Health & Safety and related disciplines has been pleasantly surprising. On completion of this degree, I can safely say that my current career direction and future goals are more closely aligned."

Sandra's testimonial

"As a mature age student and having a pretty good idea of what I wanted to study, the Bachelor of Environmental Science allowed me to tailor my degree to achieve my goals. As this program allows you to major in your chosen field, it also gave me the flexibility to choose my courses. The end result was a full time position with Natural Resources & Mines Vegetation Management. CQUniversity has me hooked on study - I am now undertaking a Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management!"

Verena's testimonial

"CQUniversity was the only university which offered Environmental Science as an external degree. This provided me with a fantastic opportunity to study something I enjoyed, whilst working full time. It enabled me to move into a career in this field, which was the area I was most interested and passionate about. When I finished school I started out as a Pharmacy Assistant. Half way through the course I became a Waterways Project Officer with the Brisbane City Council.

The degree provided me with an excellent foundation on the principles of environmental management. It covered a broad range of economic, political and social topics which were current, interesting and very useful for the 'real' world. I could not recommend it highly enough."

Nicola's testimonial

"The environmental science degree has given me a combination of practical and theoretical skills that has allowed me to undertake a wide variety of scientific project work. I have gained practical skills necessary to undertake laboratory work and data analysis and have also acquired the necessary theoretical expertise to understand the wider issues in the environment. CQUniversity has given me many opportunities including employment and the opportunity to do postgraduate study."