Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours)
12 monthsProgramme duration
38,200 AUDTuition Fee/year
Jan, JulStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Environmental Sciences
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Honours is an optional year of specialised study that allows you to combine the theory and practical skills gained throughout your undergraduate studies. It is an opportunity to showcase your expertise in a discipline you are passionate about, and to develop invaluable research and life skills that will stay with you throughout your entire career.
You’ve worked hard for your undergraduate degree. Why not take the next step with an honours degree that launches your career forward?
With the support and supervision of experienced teachers who are leaders in their respective fields, you will explore research of national and global significance in areas including:
- behaviour, ecology, evolution and ecophysiology
- ecological risk assessment
- environmental management and sustainability
- fisheries and aquaculture
- marine and freshwater biology
- wildlife and conservation biology.
The coursework component of this honours program equips you with the essential knowledge that underpins research – experimental design, quantitative analysis, scientific communication and ethics. The research project component enables you to develop the research skills necessary to investigate your area of interest.
In addition to being an ideal pathway to further study and research training (including masters and PhD programs), the Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours) broadens your career options and allows you to graduate with specialised knowledge and experience that puts you ahead of the pack.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Environmental Sciences
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Honours is an optional year of specialised study that allows you to combine the theory and practical skills gained throughout your undergraduate studies. It is an opportunity to showcase your expertise in a discipline you are passionate about, and to develop invaluable research and life skills that will stay with you throughout your entire career.
You’ve worked hard for your undergraduate degree. Why not take the next step with an honours degree that launches your career forward?
With the support and supervision of experienced teachers who are leaders in their respective fields, you will explore research of national and global significance in areas including:
- behaviour, ecology, evolution and ecophysiology
- ecological risk assessment
- environmental management and sustainability
- fisheries and aquaculture
- marine and freshwater biology
- wildlife and conservation biology.
The coursework component of this honours program equips you with the essential knowledge that underpins research – experimental design, quantitative analysis, scientific communication and ethics. The research project component enables you to develop the research skills necessary to investigate your area of interest.
In addition to being an ideal pathway to further study and research training (including masters and PhD programs), the Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours) broadens your career options and allows you to graduate with specialised knowledge and experience that puts you ahead of the pack.
Admission Requirements
Entry will be based on performance in:
- a Bachelor degree or major in a related discipline with a WAM (Weighted Average Mark) of at least 65% in all level 3 and level 4 units (for Deakin awards) or final year units (for awards from other providers) OR
- other evidence of academic capability judged to be equivalent
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
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