Bachelor of Science (Environmental Management)
Course code Y39
Focuses on the multidisciplinary nature of environmental management. Students gain a grounding in the biological and physical aspects of the environment and the knowledge and skills used in its management.
Entry requirements
70 Indicative ATAR
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
Y39
Fees
Commonwealth supported - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $9,550
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Joondalup | FT PT | FT PT |
| Mount Lawley | ||
| South West | ||
| Online |
See Course Details for further information.
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
Y39
CRICOS code
074071F
Fees
International students - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $34,250
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Joondalup | FT | FT |
| Mount Lawley | ||
| South West | ||
| Online |
See Course Details for further information.
Course Entry
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
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All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- AQF Cert IV;
- Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- University Preparation Course;*
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- Aboriginal Student Intake Test; or*
- Experience Based Entry Scheme.*
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.
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English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- Aboriginal Student Intake Test;*
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
Course Details
Choose student typeSemester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup
Semester 1: Study part-time at Joondalup
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup
Semester 2: Study part-time at Joondalup
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup
Course Structure
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| SCI1125 | Professional Science Essentials | 15 |
| SCI1187 | Form and Function in Biology | 15 |
| SCI1193 | Introduction to Environmental Science | 15 |
| Select 1 unit from: | ||
| SCC1123 ^ | Chemistry for the Life Sciences | 15 |
| SCC1111 ^ | General Chemistry | 15 |
Note: Students who have completed Chemistry ATAR or equivalent should enrol in SCC1111 General Chemistry, while those that have not completed Chemistry ATAR should enrol in SCC1123 Chemistry for the Life Sciences.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SCI1182 | Case Studies in Science | 15 |
| SCI1183 | Origins and Evolution of Life | 15 |
| SCI1185 | Ecology | 15 |
| SCI1192 | Physical Environments | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SCI2108 | Environmental Management and Sustainability | 15 |
| SCI2115 | Ecological Restoration | 15 |
| SCM2110 | Marine and Freshwater Processes | 15 |
| SCM2201 | Soil and Land Processes | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SCM2104 | Geographical Information Systems | 15 |
| ACS2122 | Aboriginal Perspectives on the Environment | 15 |
| SCI2118 | Australian Biota | 15 |
| Elective Unit | x 1 | 15 |
Students who are NOT undertaking Work Integrated Learning Placement
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SCI3206 | Environmental Investigation and Monitoring | 15 |
| Elective Unit | x 3 | 45 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SCB3201 | Studies in Ecology | 15 |
| SCI3150 | Science Project | 15 |
| SCM3203 | Environmental Impact Assessment | 15 |
| SCI3453 | Sustainable Natural Resource Management | 15 |
Students who ARE undertaking a Work Integrated Learning Placement
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SCI3206 | Environmental Investigation and Monitoring | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SCB3201 | Studies in Ecology | 15 |
| SCM3203 | Environmental Impact Assessment | 15 |
| SCI3453 | Sustainable Natural Resource Management | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| CSI3345 | Work Experience Project | 60 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| MAT1114 | Introductory Statistics | 15 |
| SCI1001 | Introduction to Sustainability | 15 |
| SCI2116 | Diversity of Life | 15 |
| SCI3210 | Marine and Coastal Ecosystems | 15 |
| ISS3101 | International Science Project | 15 |
| SCI3113 | Freshwater Ecosystems | 15 |
| SCI3115 | Wildlife Management | 15 |
| SCI3307 | Waste Management | 15 |
^ Core Option
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For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Semester timetable.
Student handbookCourse notes
Important course notes
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Students have the opportunity to seek a semester long Work Integrated Learning placement with an industry partner relevant to the Environmental Management discipline.
Attendance requirements
Students are required to complete a placement which is equivalent to one semester of full-time study, or approximately 450 hours. Whilst attendance is negotiated with the WIL host organisation, typically students will be expected to attend 5 days a week for 12.
Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required
Students, the WIL host organisation and the school's WIL Coordinator must complete a WIL documentation pack (which includes all required OSH and Risk Assessment documents) before the placement can commence.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical environmental management situations.
- Apply environmental, digital and managerial literacies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources.
- Communicate environmental management knowledge and values in professional and public contexts.
- Demonstrate a global outlook with respect for environmental, cultural and economic diversity.
- Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning and professional practice.
- Think creatively to anticipate environmental challenges and design approaches for their solution.
- Think critically to analyse, interpret complex environmental management problems and devise strategies for their solution.
- Work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative to implement social, sustainable, and ethical values, including Indigenous cultural competence.
Fees and Scholarships
Choose student typeAUD $9,550 *
* Commonwealth supported - estimated 1st year indicative fee
The 'Estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for the individual units you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the actual amount you’ll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
AUD $34,250 *
* International students - estimated 1st year indicative fee
The 'estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, and has been calculated based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for each individual unit you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the actual amount you’ll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
Scholarships
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.
Find a scholarshipCareer Opportunities
The strong management focus of this course prepares graduates for careers in government agencies and industries which deal with conservation of biodiversity, environmental impact assessment and management of activities, environmental planning and the management and rehabilitation of specific ecosystems. Students benefit from a learning environment inspired by world class research academics with strong industry, NGO and government links.
Possible future job titles
Environmental Officer, Environmental Consultant, Catchment Officer, Natural Resource Officer, Environmental Management Officer, Conservation Field Officer, Land Management Officer, Environmental Consultant, Landcare Officer, Environmental Educator
Similar courses to consider
- Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Commerce
An Environmental Management major is available within this course. - Bachelor of Science
An Environmental Management major is available in Y83.
Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.
Student
stories
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"The lecturers are of the highest standard and are always approachable and personable"
Vanessa StylianouEnvironmental Management graduate I’ve always been really interested in the natural environment and concerned with the multitude of stresses which threaten its condition.
ECU’s course offered the perfect avenue to enable me to understand the way catchments and ecosystems function and how we can successfully manage our environment and natural resources.
The great thing about ECU is the combination of both theoretical and practical course components which I believe will make me highly employable.
Quick guide to uni-speak
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ATAR is the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank, the primary criterion for entry into most undergraduate university courses in Australia. The ATAR is a percentile score which denotes a student's ranking relative to their state-wide peers upon completion of their secondary education.
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CRICOS is the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. A CRICOS code is allocated to education institutions (like ECU) who are approved to recruit, enrol and deliver education to overseas students. Courses with a CRICOS code are available to international students who meet the entry requirements.
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A major, or unit set, is your chosen area of in-depth study in an undergraduate course. It usually involves 8 units of study, or one-third of the units in a 3-year degree. Talk to your Student Information Office if you need help choosing a major subject.
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Minors include between 4 and 6 study units in a specific discipline. Not all courses require you to complete a minor. Your minor subject doesn't appear on your printed degree (parchment), but is part of your academic transcript.
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If you're enrolled in 3 or more units in a semester this is considered full-time study. To complete most 3-year degrees studying full-time you'll need to complete 4 units per semester, i.e. 24 units over 3 years.
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If a course is available to study part-time you can generally expect it to take twice as long to complete as it would in full-time mode. Part-time students are enrolled in 1 or 2 units maximum per semester.
Note: International students who hold a student visa can only choose the full-time study option for our courses. This is to ensure the course is completed within the duration of the student visa.
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Most courses start in Semester 1 each year, usually in the last week of February. Some courses can be started in Semester 2 (we call this mid-year). There's a week of Orientation before each semester to help you get used to uni life.
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A lot of our courses start in Semester 2 each year, usually in the last week of July. We call this mid-year. There's a week of Orientation beforehand to help you get used to uni life.
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We use a points system to make it easier for you to understand your study progress. Most Bachelors degree study units are allocated 15 credit points. If you're studying a 3-year full-time degree you'll need to successfully complete 360 credit points – that's 24 units x 15 points per unit.
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These are compulsory units you have to successfully complete as part of your course.
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An elective is a unit you choose to study that counts towards your course requirements, but isn't compulsory. For some courses we recommend elective units. In some situations, a course coordinator may approve an elective unit as a replacement for a compulsory one.
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