Degree overview
Graduate prepared to pursue a rewarding career in environmental sustainability.
No.1 in SA for quality education1, graduate skills2 and teaching quality3 in Environmental Science.
Broad program to develop multidisciplinary graduates who can help address critical global challenges such as climate change and the biodiversity crisis.
Develop your awareness of Aboriginal Australian approaches to Environmental Management and the cultural value of landscapes.
Learn about biology, ecology, earth and soil science, conservation, environmental chemistry, and human dimensions research.
Gain practical experience through field trips and real-world projects.
Master the knowledge and technologies behind digital/web-based mapping.
Develop skills in science communication and community engagement.
Learn first-hand from our leading researchers and industry experts.
Learn using virtual and augmented reality experiences created by Project LIVE (Learning through Immersive Virtual Environments).
Career outcomes
Employment prospects for environmental scientists are expected to increase by 7.7% percent by November 20251.
Careers to consider:
coastal or land management officer: engaging with natural resource managers to continuously improve management of their land and water through a whole of landscape approach; contributing to the operational management of parks and reserves; delivering on-ground works, community events, activities and minor projects
environmental adviser (construction or mining): offering environmental support onsite or from the office; ensuring compliance with environmental regulations; helping to achieve environmental targets (e.g. sending zero waste to landfill, minimising impacts on the local environment); liaising with site operations, management, community stakeholders and other environmental groups
ranger: managing natural values (making sure the natural environment and cultural sites are protected); managing visitor services (helping visitors to enjoy and understand parks and reserves); extensive planning, researching, strategic thinking and people management to effectively balance conservation and recreational values of parks and reserves
sustainability officer: setting sustainability policies, goals and objectives; reducing a company's carbon footprint in compliance with government environmental regulations; developing partnerships (e.g. with government agencies and the community) to deliver environmental sustainability projects; inhouse auditing against environmental quality standards and for external reporting.
