Bachelor of Environmental Science

About the course

UNE’s Bachelor of Environmental Science provides a flexible, science-based foundation for understanding and managing environmental issues at local and global scales. You’ll build core theoretical knowledge and applied skills in environmental science, sustainability and natural resource management, with options to study online or on campus. This bachelor degree develops practical capability to analyse problems and support environmentally, socially and fiscally sustainable solutions.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue work across government, consulting and industry where environmental assessment and management skills are needed. Typical pathways include environmental scientist or officer roles, sustainability and natural resource management positions, conservation and ecology support, and work in water, land and planning contexts. This Bachelor of Environmental Science prepares you for professional practice in environmental science and related sectors. Preparing graduates for laboratory technician, research assistant, and science-based industry entry roles.

Entry requirements

Guaranteed ATAR: 70.00.

Living Costs in Armidale**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 851 - 1,125	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 764 - 1,010
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 5	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 365 - 483

Average Salary***

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)