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Environment and Sustainability

Relevant degrees

Overview

  • Understand and address global environmental challenges by studying climate science, ecology, conservation, and sustainable resource management. 
  • Develop interdisciplinary skills in environmental science, statistics, and natural resource management to support effective and sustainable decision-making. 
  • Customise your degree by combining majors like artificial intelligence, social justice, or international relations to broaden career opportunities in sustainability and environmental leadership. 

Career outcomes

As a graduate, you can apply for jobs as a: 

  • climatologist 
  • climate scientist 
  • climate policy analyst  
  • agricultural scientist 
  • conservation and biodiversity manager 
  • environmental consultant 
  • ecologist 
  • environmental scientist 
  • natural resource manager 
  • science journalist. 

Industries and employers you may find yourself working for include the resources/mining industries, national parks, universities, defence organisations, CSIRO, state and federal government departments, the Australian Bureau of Meteorology and many other organisations contributing to sustainable utilisation and management of our natural resources. 

What you'll study

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Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.

Relevant degrees for this major

Bachelor of Arts

Future-proof your career and develop expertise with a flexible and transferable qualification. Personalise your studies with over 30 majors and minors, gain practical experience through work-based courses, and even study abroad to enrich your personal development and career opportunities.

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Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business

Combine business with specialised study areas like journalism or social justice. Customise your degree, gain industry experience, and graduate career-ready with two qualifications—saving time and boosting your employability with versatile skills and professional connections

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Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws

Explore a dynamic double degree that blends science with arts to broaden your career horizons. Tailor your studies to your interests and graduate with versatile, in-demand skills for roles in education, research, policy, communication, and beyond.

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Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science

Combine your passion for the arts with legal expertise in a dynamic double degree. Graduate faster, explore diverse majors and legal fields, and gain a competitive edge for a wide range of careers —with two qualifications

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Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Science

Blend your curiosity for science with the strategic and creative thinking involved in business. Know how to bridge the gap between scientific innovation and the commercial world. After completing professional work experience, you’ll be equipped with the industry knowledge, skills and connections you need to step into the workforce with confidence. 

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Bachelor of Science

This flexible, interdisciplinary degree develops your scientific, critical thinking, and communication skills. With hands-on experience, global study options, and career-ready training, graduates become adaptable professionals equipped for diverse roles in science, industry, and research. 

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