Bachelor of Environmental Science

Study Environmental Science with Australia’s best and make a real and meaningful difference in protecting our environment. The Bachelor of Environmental Science focuses on the ecological and management aspects of environmental science. You'll learn to understand, rationally analyse and develop solutions for improving human impacts on the natural world.

This specialised degree in Environmental Science, will teach you strong theoretical knowledge in topics such as biology, climate science, data analysis, ecology, economics, geographic information systems, hydrology, and soil science. You'll also develop practical skills, scientific logic, and creative thinking, allowing you to develop and communicate diverse unbiased solutions to current and emerging environmental problems across a wide range of disciplines.

Why study this degree at UWA:

• Your learning will be enabled by Australia’s best as UWA is ranked 3rd in Australia for Environmental Science and Engineering (GRAS 2024)
• You’ll gain specialised advanced training in the field of environmental science to set you on the path to your dream career
• The specific skills and knowledge developed and demonstrated by UWA graduates are exceedingly valued by employers and will make you highly competitive in the job marketGet career-ready with a UWA degree

At UWA, all our degrees include the option to take internships or Work Integrated Learning units, and, along with mentoring and volunteering opportunities, these can help you stand out in the job market and increase your employability. Find out more about how we can prepare you for your dream career, from first job to long-term goals.