Bachelor of Environmental Science and Master of Environmental Science

About the course

This combined Bachelor of Environmental Science and Master of Environmental Science trains you to assess human impacts on ecosystems and develop practical, risk-based responses to issues such as climate change, deforestation and water pollution. You’ll build scientific, economic and regulatory understanding alongside applied environmental problem-solving. It is an accelerated pathway that integrates undergraduate study with advanced postgraduate training in environmental science.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles addressing complex environmental challenges across government, consulting and industry. Career paths may include environmental scientist, sustainability or climate analyst, natural resource management officer, environmental compliance/advisory roles, and rehabilitation or water-quality monitoring positions. The combined degree supports work that applies science and policy to manage impacts, improve environmental performance and contribute to long-term sustainability outcomes in environmental science.

Living Costs in Perth**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)