Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Sustainability and Environment

About the course

This double degree combines environmental science with sustainability and environment studies to help you understand environmental change and design practical responses. You’ll build science-led knowledge alongside social science and policy perspectives, with an emphasis on sustainable practices and real-world problem solving. Graduates are prepared for professional work in environmental and sustainability roles within government, industry and community contexts at bachelor level.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue careers in environmental assessment, sustainability planning and environmental protection across public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Typical roles include environmental scientist, environmental policy officer, sustainability consultant, sustainability manager, environmental manager and community education officer. The double-degree structure supports work that bridges scientific evidence with policy and stakeholder engagement in environmental science and sustainability bachelor-level roles.

Entry requirements

ATAR 73.20*

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)