UndergraduateEnvironmental Science

Bachelor of Environment and Sustainability

Australian National University, Canberra, ACT, Australia

About this program

The Bachelor of Environment and Sustainability is an undergraduate degree at the Australian National University in Canberra, run through the ANU College of Systems and Society, taken over 3 years full-time (144 Units). Coursework includes 48 units from completion of Environment and Sustainability courses from the following lists, which must include. Graduates are expected to evaluate current understandings of environmental and sustainability sciences, and critically analyse a range of response strategies for sustainable resource management and development. ANU is a research-intensive, Group of Eight university based in Australia's capital, and international students in this program study alongside a large Canberra-based policy, research and public-service community.

Fees & duration

Duration3 yr
Tuition (international)A$57,700
Application feeA$150

English test scores

IELTS6.5 overall (L6)
PTE58 overall

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Course structure

Study plan in 48 parts

  • The Bachelor of Environment and Sustainability requires the completion of 144 units
  • A maximum of 60 units may come from completion of 1000-level courses
  • A minimum of 30 units must come from completion of 3000-level courses from the 3000-level courses listed in the study requirements or specialisations
  • A minimum of 12 units of courses tagged as Transdisciplinary Problem-Solving
  • The 144 units must consist of:
  • 48 units from completion of Environment and Sustainability courses from the following lists
  • 36 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:
  • ENVS1003
6 units
  • Introduction to Environmental and Social Research
  • ENVS1008
6 units
  • Fundamentals of Environment and Sustainability
  • ENVS2011
6 units
  • Human Ecology
  • ENVS2025
6 units
  • Indigenous Cultural and Natural Resource Management
  • ENVS3028
6 units
  • Environmental Policy
  • ENVS3040
6 units
  • Complex Environmental Problems in Action
  • 12 units from completion of courses from the following list:
  • ENVS2015
6 units
  • GIS and Spatial Analysis
  • ENVS2018
6 units
  • Environmental Science Field School
  • ENVS3007
6 units
  • Participatory Resource Management: Working with Communities and Stakeholders
  • EMSC2010
6 units
  • Data Science for Earth System Scientists
  • 12 units from completion of foundational courses from the following list:
  • BIOL1030
6 units
  • Diversity of life
  • CHEM1101
6 units
  • Chemistry 1
  • ENVS1001
6 units
  • Geography of Sustainability
  • ENVS1004
6 units
  • Australia's Environment
  • EMSC1006
6 units
  • An Introduction to Earth System Science
  • SCOM1001
6 units
  • Science Communication 1: Introduction to Science Communication
  • 24 units from completion of one of the specialisations listed below:
  • Agricultural Innovation
  • Science
  • Management and Policy
  • Science
  • Management and Policy
  • Sustainability and Future Climate: Science
  • Management and Policy
  • A maximum of 12 units from completion of 2000- or 3000- level courses from the subject area ENVS- Environmental Science not previously taken
  • A minimum of 48 units from completion of elective courses offered by ANU

Career & PR pathway

Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status

Environmental ConsultantANZSCO 234312

Primary outcomeMLTSSLCSOL

On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. VETASSESS wants a bachelor's or higher in a highly relevant field plus at least a year of relevant post-qualification work. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.

Assessed by VETASSESS

On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via VETASSESS assessment.

Assessed by VETASSESS

List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.

Admissions

At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not guarantee entry into the program. The University reserves the right to alter or discontinue its programs and change admission requirements as needed. Domestic applicants Before applying for a program, you should review the general information about domestic undergraduate admission to ANU programs and how to apply, and the program-specific information below. Applicants with recent secondary education are assessed on: completion of the Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (AQF) or equivalent and the minimum Selection Rank (from their academic qualifications, plus any adjustment factors ) requirement for this program; and English language proficiency; and any program-specific requirements listed below. Applicants with higher education study are assessed on: previous higher education studies; or secondary education results if the applicant has completed less than one year full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) of higher education; or the results from a tertiary preparation program; and English language proficiency; and any program-specific requirements listed below. Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are assessed on: previously completed VET qualifications at AQF level 5 or higher (i.e. a Diploma or above); or secondary education results if the VET qualification is not completed; and English language proficiency; and any program-specific requirements listed below. Applicants with work and life experience are assessed on: secondary education if the Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (AQF) or equivalent was completed; or the Work and Life Experience Based entry scheme ; and English language proficiency; and any program-specific requirements listed below. International applicants Applicants who complete a recognised secondary/senior secondary/post-secondary/tertiary sequence of study will be assessed on the basis of an equivalent selection rank that is calculated upon application. A list of commonly observed international qualifications and corresponding admission requirements can be found . Applicants must also meet any program specific requirements that are listed below. Diversity factors & English language proficiency As Australia's national university, ANU is a global representative of Australian research and education. ANU endeavours to recruit and maintain a diverse and deliberate student cohort representative not only of Australia, but the world. In order to achieve these outcomes, competitive ranking of applicants may be adjusted to ensure access to ANU is a reality for brilliant students from countries across the globe. If required, competitive ranking may further be confirmed on the basis of demonstrating higher-level English language proficiency. Further information is available for English Language Requirements for Admission ATAR: 80 International Baccalaureate: 30

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