Bachelor of Applied Science (Professional Honours in Conservation Management)

About the course

This professional honours course builds advanced capability in conservation management for protected areas, responding to complex challenges such as climate change and bushfire risk. You’ll develop practical governance, planning and management skills using case-based learning and applied analysis, including mapped data. Study is supported by access to diverse Tasmanian environments near the Hobart campus. This is a Bachelor Degree / Honours Degree in environmental conservation management.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for roles supporting the planning, governance and management of protected areas and conservation programs. Career pathways may include conservation manager, protected area or park officer, environmental planner, natural resource management adviser, biodiversity or restoration coordinator, and policy/project roles in government agencies, NGOs and consultancies. The degree supports professional progression in Environmental Science and protected area conservation management at honours level.

Living Costs in Hobart**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,086 - 1,437	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 934 - 1,236
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 6	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 285 - 377

Average Salary***

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