UndergraduateAgriculture
Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management
James Cook University, Townsville/Cairns, QLD, Australia
About this program
Pursue a career in environmental conservation, research, communication and management. Learn how the biological, physical, social, economic and political spheres interact with and impact our environment. Gain practical experience through laboratory classes, field trips, work experience and research-based assessments as you investigate environmental issues and develop potential solutions. Benefit from JCU’s world-class research* in environmental science and management and learn how the biological, physical, social, economic and political spheres interact and impact on our environment. JCU’s Environmental Science and Management students develop an understanding of how to manage the interactions between people and the environment to find solutions to complex environmental problems. In your final year, build connections through a professional placement and work experience.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- Core Subjects Level 1 (BS1007, EV1005, SC1101, SC1102)
- Core Subjects Level 1, Select IA1011 or IA1012 (IA1012, IA1011)
- CH1020Core Subjects Level 1, Select CH1020 or 3 credit points of subjects from List 1 or 2 (if Chemistry recommended knowledge has been met)
- MA1020Core Subjects Level 1, Select MA1020 or 3 credit points of subjects from List 1 or 2 (if Mathematics Methods recommended knowledge has been met)
- Core Subjects Level 2 (EV2003, EV2502, LA2902)
- List 3 (Level 3 subjects) (BX3124, EV3406, MB3270, EA3007, BZ3235, CH3041, EV3200, EA3207, MB3200, EV3020, AN3006, EV3606, BZ3620, MB3204, MB3190, BZ3740, EV3506, EV3201, EV3404, EV3502, EV3401, BZ3215)
- List 1 (Level 1 subjects) (IA1011, CH1001, BS1001, IA1012, MB1110, EV1008, EA1110)
- List 2 (Level 2 subjects) (AN2013, IA2022, SC2202, EV2401, BX2077, EV2301, BZ2725, BS2460, PL2220, EA2006, MB2050, BZ2490)
- PLUS - Select Option 1 (Major) or Option 2 (Electives), Option 1 (Major), Townsville Majors (Area of Study: BEM-PEP, Area of Study: BEM-CCO, Area of Study: BEM-LWM, Area of Study: BEM-BAM)
- PLUS - Select Option 1 (Major) or Option 2 (Electives), Option 1 (Major), Cairns Majors (Area of Study: BEM-BAM, Area of Study: BEM-PEP, Area of Study: BEM-LWM)
- Core Subjects Level 3 (SC3008, IA3030, EV3110)
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Agricultural ScientistANZSCO 234112
On both MLTSSL and ROL, so it supports 189/190/491 generally and gets an extra boost through the Skilled Work Regional (491) pathway if you study or work regionally.
Assessed by VETASSESS
Agricultural ConsultantANZSCO 234111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via VETASSESS assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by VETASSESS
VeterinarianANZSCO 234711
On both MLTSSL and ROL, supporting 189/190/491 with a further boost through regional nomination. Needs registration with a state veterinary board, assessed nationally by the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC)
Agricultural EngineerANZSCO 233912
On MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting the points-tested 189, 190, and 491 as well as the employer-sponsored 482 and 186, via an Engineers Australia skills assessment.
Assessed by Engineers Australia
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
Recommended Knowledge: English (Units 3/4,C), Chemistry (Units 3/4,C), and General Maths or Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4, C)
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