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In our fast-evolving world, the environmental challenges we encounter demand expertise from trained scientists and creative problem-solvers. The University of New England's Bachelor of Environmental Science offers a comprehensive grounding in both theory and practical application, preparing you for a multidisciplinary career addressing environmental concerns at local, national, and international levels. Choose from diverse majors and interdisciplinary minors spanning the full spectrum of environmental science to find your ideal academic path. Benefit from cutting-edge facilities in our dynamic learning spaces, available both on-campus and online, giving you the flexibility to customize your education.
Today's planet urgently needs knowledgeable scientists and innovators to tackle intricate environmental issues amid rapid global changes. Our adaptable Bachelor of Environmental Science program delivers a solid grounding in core principles and specialized practical skills essential to the field, along with deep scientific insight into environmental challenges and their management at various scales. Located in NSW's New England region, UNE is surrounded by distinctive ecosystems blending natural and managed landscapes. The course offers hands-on learning opportunities across diverse environments—from western arid rangelands and agricultural systems to eastern rainforests, coastal zones, and urban areas. We tackle pressing issues including water security, pollution, climate adaptation, and biodiversity conservation, with particular focus on regional Australia. As a university with strong local roots and worldwide partnerships, UNE maintains exceptional research and teaching standards that benefit communities, industries, and policymakers. Equip yourself with future-ready knowledge and hands-on experience to excel as an environmental professional, contributing to solutions for ecologically, socially, and economically sustainable systems.