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Environmental Science

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Overview

This major is available in the Bachelor of Science.

In the Environmental Science major, you’ll tackle climate change, energy transition, sustainability and natural resource challenges.

Major structure

The Environmental Science major is made up of seven subjects (87.5 credit points) taken in your second and third year. Each subject is worth 12.5 credit points. Level 2 subjects are usually taken in second year, and Level 3 subjects in third year.

To complete this major, you’ll need:

  • 25 credit points of Level 2 major core
  • 12.5 credit points of Level 2 major elective
  • 12.5 credit points of Level 3 major core
  • 25 credit points of Level 3 major electives
  • 12.5 credit points of Level 3 capstone

The rest of your degree will consist of a Level 1 science core subject, your choice of elective subjects in science, and breadth (non-science) subjects.

Further information

You can find detailed information about your major – including structure, subject availability, and participation requirements – in the Handbook.

You can also explore your study pathway and sample course plans through My Course Planner.

Sample course plan

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Environmental Science: Start-year intake

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