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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 theoretical knowledge and practical applications, 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 complex environmental issues on our rapidly transforming planet call for knowledgeable scientists and innovators capable of crafting effective solutions. 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. Situated in NSW's New England region, UNE is surrounded by distinctive ecosystems featuring a mix of managed and natural landscapes. The course offers hands-on learning opportunities with convenient access to western arid rangelands, wetlands, and agricultural systems, as well as eastern Gondwana rainforests (a World Heritage site), coastal zones, and urban areas. We tackle pressing environmental issues including water security, pollution, climate change, biodiversity conservation, and threatened species protection, with particular focus on rural and regional Australia. As a regionally rooted institution with national and global partnerships, UNE maintains top-tier research and teaching standards that positively impact communities, industries, and policymakers. Equip yourself for a future-proof career by gaining the essential knowledge and hands-on skills to excel as an environmental scientist, contributing to the development of environmentally sound, socially responsible, and economically viable systems.