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OpenBachelor degreeEnvironmental Studies, nec

Bachelor of Environmental Science and Master of Natural Resource Management

ProviderThe University of New England
Course code: QTAC627641UniversityStudy area: Environmental Studies, necData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesJune 2026 · Armidale · NSW

Course overview

The vertically integrated Bachelor of Environmental Science and Master of Natural Resource Management program develops graduates who can apply transdisciplinary systems-thinking to complex environmental challenges. Students will gain advanced capabilities in land and natural resource management, including skills in emerging policy areas, carbon farming, biodiversity markets, environmental monitioring technologies, and stakeholder engagement. Graduates will be equipped to design and implement sustainable solutions that balance environmental protection with production and community outcomes across various spatial and temporal scales. For more course information, visit UNE's Course Handbook.

Course record

Career Opportunities
Students of natural resource management, with their transdisciplinary skillset and ability to see the big picture, have diverse avenues for employment. Graduates generally end up in project management roles, amalgamating data and conclusions from subject matter specialists to form recommendations and policy outcomes that consider the environmental, economic, social and political dimensions of management. Potential fields of employment include: Agriculture Ecotourism Forest management Indigenous land management Land restoration or rehabilitation Mining Not-for-profit or philanthropic, volunteer and outreach organisations (e.g. Landcare, rivercare, bushcare and dunecare groups, WIRES, RSPCA) Private consulting and advisory services Renewable energy Research (e.g. university labs, DPI, CSIRO) State or federal government advisory and regulation services Water resource management
Majors
Major: Natural Resources Minors: Carbon Accounting and Reporting; Consultancy and Business; Environmental Monitoring Technologies; Environmental Stewardship Markets; Geology; People and Policy; Project Management; Water Management; Wildlife Management; Vegetation Management

Entry requirements

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English requirement
IELTS 6, no band below 5.5TOEFL iBT 60, no band below 15PTE Academic 50, no band below 42Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 169, no band below 162

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Campuses & intake dates

Upcoming intakes

  • ArmidaleNSWFebruary 2026
  • ArmidaleNSWJune 2026
  • ArmidaleNSW