Science, Technology and Engineering

School of Life Sciences

Department of Environmental Management & Ecology

Courses

UNDERGRADUATE COURSES

The core programs of the Department of Environmental Management & Ecology are the:

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management & Ecology

Environmental management and ecology is the management of human impact and interaction with the environment. Study water and wastewater treatment, water and air quality, population, community and conservation ecology, environmental policy and legislation, environmental assessment, management of forests, water and agricultural resources, soil science, and wildlife and fisheries. This three-year course is designed to provide training in both environmental management and ecology, and is undertaken against the background of the Murray-Darling River Basin. A further year of study at honours level is available within the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management & Ecology (Honours). This course is 1 year full time and assessment is based on assignments, presentations and a thesis. Please refer to the listing of research interests of staff members and the listing of potential research projects within the Department to assist in determining possible research areas.

Bachelor of Biological Sciences*

Biology is the study of all forms of life at the ecological, organism, cellular and molecular levels. Study biochemistry, biology, biotechnology, botany, cell and molecular biology, ecology and conservation, genetics, human biology, microbiology and zoology. We offer a flexible program. You can specialise in several areas of biology or combine biology with other science subjects.

Bachelor of Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology)*

Wildlife and conservation biology is the science of managing native plants and animals. It aims to limit the effects of environmental degradation, climate change and loss of biodiversity. In our multidisciplinary program, you will study zoology, botany, genetics, microbiology, statistics, earth science, law and public policy.

Bachelor of Agricultural Science*

Sustainability and natural resource management are major contemporary issues. Focus on the science behind food production in Australia and developing countries. Study the relationships between soil, plants, animals, economics and the environment. Learn the professional skills to improve and sustain rural industries. You may combine studies in agricultural science with business or international development.

Bachelor of Science*

Science seeks answers to the questions we have about natural phenomena and the world around us. Studying science allows you to challenge existing ideas in many different areas of specialisation, making it a dynamic and exciting study option.

Our Bachelor of Science is a highly flexible course allowing you to create a program to suit your individual preferences.

*First year only, students will need to transfer to the Melbourne campus to complete the degree.

Applications for undergraduate degrees can be done through VTAC http://www.vtac.edu.au

or UAC http://www.uac.edu.au

POSTGRADUATE COURSES

The Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Management & Ecology is available to students who have completed a bachelor degree but who do not qualify to enter the Environmental Management and Ecology Honours program. This course is 1 year full time and assessment is based on assignments, presentations and a thesis. Please refer to the listing of research interests of staff members and the listing of potential research projects within the Department to assist in determining possible research areas.

Research leading to the degrees of Master of Science (2 year full-time) or Doctor of Philosophy (3 years full time) may be carried out under the supervision of staff in the Department. Please refer to the research interests of staff members and the listing of potential research projects in the Department for available research areas.
Applicants for Doctoral candidature should already hold a Masters degree or have completed an Honours Bachelor degree at a very high level of achievement.
Applicants for Masters by Research candidature are usually required to have completed an Honours degree or Masters Preliminary.
Applications for candidature are welcome all year. The closing date for applications for scholarships is 31 October for Australian and New Zealand citizens and 30 September for overseas applicants.

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