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About the course
This honours major develops advanced capability in environmental and marine science through an independent research project guided by an academic supervisor. You’ll plan, conduct and present research culminating in a dissertation, while building technical, professional and communication skills. The major emphasises scientific inquiry, ethics and robust data analysis within biological and environmental research at undergraduate honours level. The programme develops laboratory techniques, scientific writing, and analytical methods for research and industry settings.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue research-focused roles in environmental and marine science, using skills in literature review, research design, data collection and analysis, and professional scientific writing. Outcomes may include pathways to further research study and work in environmental consulting, marine and coastal management, conservation, government agencies, and scientific organisations. This is an undergraduate honours major suited to biological and environmental research careers. Preparing graduates for laboratory technician, research assistant, and science-based industry entry roles.
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