Course overview
The Diploma of Science / Bachelor of Environmental Science and Sustainability (Pathway) allows students to study in cutting-edge and rapidly growing fields. Graduates could find themselves involved in scientific developments that hold the key to our future.
Enter directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Bachelor of Environmental Science and Sustainability at Deakin University after successful completion of the Diploma of Science.
Please note: The Bachelor of Environmental Science and Sustainability at Deakin University is only offered at the Burwood Campus. The diploma is taught at Waurn Ponds.
Course record
Career Opportunities
Your deep understanding of sustainability and extensive fieldwork experience will set you up for career success in a variety of areas including:
- climate change adaptation and mitigation
- catchment management
- coastal and park management
- conservation
- environmental education
- environmental management
- environmental protection
- land rehabilitation
- planning and policy
- pollution control
- sustainability reporting
- waste management and resource efficiency
- water resource management
Majors
Applied data analytics (minor only), Environmental science (Sustainability science, Ecology, Social science, Research methods, Mapping, Policy, Planning and impact assessment), Global engagement (minor only), Indigenous studies (Online, minor only), Sustainability (Environmental Management, Water, Waste, Climate, Nature conservation, Parks, Bushfire, Catchments, Coasts, Sustainable communities).
Entry requirements
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Standard entry
- Current Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Successful completion of an Australia Year 12 (or equivalent). For example: - VCE (or interstate equivalent) Certificate (scored or unscored) - VCE VM Senior - IB Diploma - NZCEA - VET Certificate IV or above SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Deakin College SEAS information and the Deakin College website Recent Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Successful completion of an Australia Year 12 (or equivalent). For example: - VCE (or interstate equivalent) Certificate (scored or unscored) - VCE VM Senior - IB Diploma - NZCEA - VET Certificate IV or above SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Deakin College SEAS information and the Deakin College website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. VTAC Personal Statement Applicants with work and life experience are encouraged to submit a personal statement. Visit our website to see what to include in your personal statement. Resume Applicants with work and life experience must submit a resume, including details of any paid, unpaid, voluntary, school based, full or part-time work and the contact details of one or two professional or personal referees to support your application. Visit our website for more information. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Deakin College SEAS information and the Deakin College website
Student profile
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Campuses & intake dates
- Geelong Waurn Ponds CampusVIC