Science (Environmental Science), Bachelor

We rely on our natural environment to sustain our lives and our lifestyles. We continually need to improve our understanding and management of the natural environment to balance our development with wise management while minimising impacts and degradation. An understanding of the mechanisms controlling environmental systems provides the skills required to undertake a great range of scientific environmental planning and management, and tackle problems such as local water quality and ecosystem impacts, soil erosion, catchment and groundwater use, or adaptation to global climate change.  You will experience some of the most advanced laboratories and field work opportunities in Australia and be taught by staff who are at the top of their research fields internationally. You will also stay in touch with the real world, as guest lectures, site visits and opportunities for work integrated learning bring a strong industry flavour to the degree.

Customise your degree

When you pursue a Bachelor of Science at QUT, you have the option to add one or two minors to deepen your knowledge in a specific area of interest. A minor consists of a collection of related units within a particular study field. Here’s how Michelle, an environmental science student at QUT, tailored her learning to align with her interests: "In addition to my major, I am studying two minors: Wildlife Biology and Applied Ecology. The Wildlife Biology minor focuses on studying animals, insects, and plants. The Applied Ecology minor covers different aspects of ecology, such as conservation, invasion, and molecular ecology. In my first year as an environmental science major, I learned about geology, ecosystems, and the environment, which are fundamental to the field. During my second year, I took courses on global environmental issues, which addressed the world's current challenges, such as the eutrophication of waterways and coral bleaching."