Bachelor of Environmental Science
Southern Cross University
About
Knowledge of the interaction between ocean, atmosphere, land, biota and humans is the key to the management of our built and natural systems and to finding solutions to the problems they face.The Bachelor of Environmental Science focuses on building scientific knowledge and practical skills in land, water, and flora and fauna conservation.
As well as lectures and tutorials, you undertake classes in scientific laboratories equipped with advanced analytical equipment.
You may choose an 8-unit major to focus your studies, or a specialisation in the growing field of regenerative agriculture.Field trips feature in many units, enabling you to gain hands-on skills in many diverse environments.
The University is located near a variety of unique study environments, including significant wetlands and estuaries, forests, coastal and inland national parks, and urban and rural development.Graduates are not just knowledgeable and innovative, but industry-ready, with practical skills to manage the environment for the future.
Structure
Core Units
| Title | Level of learning | Note |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL1001 - Biology | Introductory | |
| CHEM1001 - Chemistry | Introductory | Note 1 |
| BIOL1002 - Ecology | Introductory | |
| ENVR1001 - Global Environmental Challenges | Introductory | |
| GEOL1001 - Earth Systems I: The Lithosphere | Introductory | |
| ERTH1001 - Earth Systems II: The Hydrosphere | Introductory | |
| ENVR1003 - Environmental Information Analysis | Introductory | |
| GENG1003 - Geographic Information Systems I: Mapping | Introductory |
Majors
Entry requirements
To be eligible to receive the Bachelor of Environmental Science, students must complete the equivalent of 24 units (288 credit points), comprising:
- 8 core units (96 credit points), 1 major (96 credit points) and 8 elective* units (96 credit points); OR
- 8 core units (96 credit points), 2 majors (192 credit points); OR
- 8 core units (96 credit points), 1 major (96 credit points) and 1 shared major (96 credit points); OR
- the Regenerative Agriculture Specialisation, comprising 16 units (192 credit points), and either 1 major, 1 shared major or 8 elective* units (96 credit points).
*In addition to the listed elective units in the BEnvSc, equivalent units may be drawn from any Major in the BEnvSc degree or from university-wide electives.
No unit will be credited to more than one major.
Exit Awards
Students may be eligible to exit with the Associate Degree of Environmental Science after completing 16 units (192 credit points) comprising 4 core units and 12 other units from the listed majors.
Students may be eligible to exit with the Diploma of Environmental Science after completing 8 units (96 credit points) comprising 2 core units and 6 other units from the listed majors.
Learning outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the <a href="/staff/teaching-and-learning/graduate-attributes/">graduate attributes</a>.
| Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| Intellectual rigour | Demonstrate skills of critical analysis, and application of scientific methods in environmental science and management.Make decisions and exercise informed judgement in relation to environmental science and management. |
| Creativity | Demonstrate imagination, initiative and enterprise in problem-solving.Respond creatively to intellectual, professional, environmental and social challenges. |
| Ethical practice | Evaluate issues with reference to sound ethical frameworks and sustainability.Demonstrate well developed judgement on principles of social justice and professional standards. |
| Knowledge of a discipline | Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge of environmental science and management.Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills in professional and community settings.Demonstrate in-depth knowledge in one or more disciplines, or areas of practice. |
| Lifelong learning | Demonstrate cognitive and technical skills in self-managed learning.Critically reflect on practice.Demonstrate information literacy skills. |
| Communication and social skills | Communicate clearly and coherently knowledge and ideas in environmental science and management contexts.Collaborate effectively on personal, scholarly, and professional terms. |
| Cultural competence | Demonstrate awareness and respect for cultural diversity and the relationship between people and their environment. |
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