Course overview
If you have a passion for science, sustainability and want to play a part in solving the environmental problems facing our society, then the Diploma in Environmental Science is a great place to start.
You'll learn to understand and combat the critical issues placing a growing strain on the earth’s natural resources such as climate change, human impacts, and the biodiversity crisis. Choose to study across a range of disciplines including ecosystems, human geography, oceans and environmental values and ethics.
You will receive embedded support from the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre, including access to a dedicated Student Liaison Officer, a quiet workspace for independent study and smaller class sizes in your foundational courses. Plus, when you study a Diploma at the University of Newcastle, the supported Pathways courses you complete are FREE.
The Diploma in Environmental Science provides you with a level 5 diploma and a degree pathway at the University of Newcastle. Upon completion of the Diploma in Environmental Science you’ll receive guaranteed entry into the Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management, Bachelor of Coastal and Marine Science and all programs in the Guaranteed Admissions Scheme.
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Career Opportunities
Career opportunities
Professionals in environmental science work in a large range of areas including environmental impact and assessment, environmental science, environmental health and sustainability, earth sciences (including geology), laboratory and research work, marine biology, mining and exploration, teaching, and urban and regional planning.
Majors
Areas of study
Science and the Environment, Environmental Science, Climate Science, Coastal and Marine Science.
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Fees and charges
Entry requirements
Switch between domestic ATAR data and international qualification equivalents.
IB Diploma
24Use the ATAR 65 band together with the relevant qualification and prerequisite requirements.
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.
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Campuses & intake dates
- Newcastle - CallaghanNSW

