Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours) (BEnvSc(Hons))
Information valid for students commencing 2016
Duration
4 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2016
Semester 1 (29 Feb, 2016)
Semester 2 (25 Jul, 2016)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2353
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B and one of Chemistry or Physics.
Additional application information
The Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours) year commences four weeks prior to the start of Semester 1 in the standard academic calendar (i.e., end of January).
For Semester 2, the Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours) year commences at the start of the standard academic calendar (i.e., end of July).
AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
How to applyEnquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Science
Email: enquire@science.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 1888
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2016
Semester 1 (29 Feb, 2016)
Semester 2 (25 Jul, 2016)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2353
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B and one of Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 081216B
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours)?
Do you have the passion and drive to address the world's environmental challenges? To do so you will need a range of scientific skills and knowledge and an understanding of legal, political and social aspects of environmental management. Through the Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours) you will address these topics and develop skills in systems analysis and planning. Study fundamental environmental processes, the way they can be described, monitored and predicted, and the effect of human impact on the physical and biological environment.
Specialise in one of four key areas of environmental science - Earth Resources; Ecology and Conservation; Environmental Toxicology; and Natural Resource Science. In each area you will study core and advanced science and regulatory topics, participate in environmental science field trips and complete a substantial research project in either an environmental impact assessment or an environmental audit.
As an environmental science graduate you will be equipped to contribute rigorous analyses to environmental decision making and management to address global environmental challenges.
What you can study
The program centres on the understanding of environmental processes, biotic and abiotic, and the way in which they can be analysed, monitored, predicted and managed. Human impact is placed in the context of the processes that occur in the physical and biological environment. In addition to scientific contexts, students examine the legal, political and social aspects of environmental management, and develop skills in systems analysis and planning. This enables the environmental scientist to contribute rigorous analyses to environmental decision making and management.
Students select one of four majors: Earth Resources; Ecology and Conservation; Environmental Toxicology; and Natural Resource Science.
The first three years of the program provide a comprehensive coverage of the relevant sciences, legislation and management. The fourth year is the Honours year that focuses on the application of these principles. Students are able to complete a substantial research project in either an environmental impact assessment or an environmental audit. During the Honours years, students often perform field-based research to gain experience in environmental research.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours).
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours)
- Earth Resources Field of Study
- Ecology and Conservation Field of Study
- Environmental Toxicology Field of Study
- Natural Resource Science Field of Study
Honours
Honours is a modified program of study in year 4, with entry based on grade point average.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B and one of Chemistry or Physics.
Additional application information
The Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours) year commences four weeks prior to the start of Semester 1 in the standard academic calendar (i.e., end of January).
For Semester 2, the Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours) year commences at the start of the standard academic calendar (i.e., end of July).
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B and one of Chemistry or Physics.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 081216B
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Courses that include a field trip component may incur additional costs to cover transport, accommodation and food.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours)
Careers
Graduates from this program find employment in departments of state and federal government, universities, in industrial organisations, or in commercial consultancies dealing with environmental monitoring, impact assessment and environmental management. Monitoring work may be associated with licence compliance requirements or initiatives such as green production or greenhouse challenge policies. Graduates are likely to be engaged on environmental impact studies for urban, industrial and rural development of animal feedlots, abattoirs, mining and mineral processing operations, industrial developments, facilities in or bordering on national parks, or residential or agricultural developments adjacent to areas of environmental value.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology
- Australian Society of Soil Science
- Environment Institute of Australia
Program rules for the Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours)
To complete the Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours)
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours), a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
Students will complete #64 units in total, comprising:
- #18 from part A
- #16 from part B in a chosen major
- #14 from part B electives
- #16 from part H
- Part A and B before enrolling into Part H;
- at least #12 of Late Year courses from part A & B; and
- a major
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
