Bachelor of Environmental Science

About the course

UniSQ’s Bachelor of Environmental Science builds skills in environmental science, ecology, climate, biodiversity, conservation, wildlife and natural resource management. You’ll develop practical capability through fieldwork, lab activities, site visits and industry placement, with connections to UniSQ research centres. The degree also explores Indigenous relationships with Country and how these perspectives inform resource management in environmental science at bachelor level.

What you might learn

To graduate from the Bachelor of Environmental Science , you must successfully complete 24 units of study.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across government and industry where environmental expertise is needed. Opportunities span sustainability and conservation organisations, wildlife protection and management, mining and resource sectors, environmental consultancy, and broader environmental management roles. The qualification supports entry into applied work that combines field and analytical skills, preparing you for professional practice in environmental science with a bachelor-level foundation. Preparing graduates for laboratory technician, research assistant, and science-based industry entry roles.

Entry requirements

ATAR 62.00.

Living Costs in Toowoomba**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 839 - 1,110	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 652 - 863
Transportation (Daily) A$ 5 - 12	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)