| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Environmental Management program at the University of Western Australia equips students with scientific, economic, policy, and social analysis skills to make informed environmental protection decisions. Graduates are prepared for careers in environmental consulting, economics, planning, or policy analysis, addressing pressing issues such as climate change and biodiversity loss. The program is available full-time or part-time, at both Perth and Albany campuses, and offers opportunities for industry experience through Work Integrated Learning.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Environmental Management major at the University of Western Australia is designed for students who want to make a real and meaningful difference in protecting the environment. The program focuses on applying scientific, economic, policy, and social analysis to help society make better decisions for environmental protection.
Objectives:
- To equip students with the knowledge and skills to manage and rehabilitate environmental systems.
- To develop students' ability to analyze environmental policies from an economic and social science perspective.
- To train students to apply economic principles to environmental management decisions and understand the main drivers of environmental degradation.
Careers:
Graduates with a Major in Environmental Management are prepared for careers in environmental economics and environmental policy analysis or a pathway to postgraduate study. The program provides students with fundamental scientific, environmental economics, and social science skills, as well as training in networking, teamwork, leadership, and communication of complex issues.
Potential Career Paths:
- Environmental Consultants
- Environmental Economists
- Conservation Planners
- Environmental Policy Analysts
Other:
- The UWA Centre for Environmental Economics and Policy is a recognized center of excellence for the impact of its environmental policy analysis.
- UWA is 2nd in Australia and 38th in the world for Environmental Science and Engineering (ARWU 2023).
- Students have access to facilities such as lab equipment, soil samples, and UWA farms.
- The program includes Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities for students to gain practical industry-relevant experience.
- The program can be studied full-time or part-time.
- The program is delivered on-campus.
- The program starts in Semester 1 and Semester 2.
- The program is available at the undergraduate level.
- The program code is MJD-ENVMT.
- The program duration is 3 years (BSc) or 4 years (BSc[Hons]).
- Honours are available.
- The program is available as a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours).
The University of Western Australia
Overview:
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a leading research-intensive university located in Perth, Western Australia. It is renowned for its high-quality teaching, strong research output, and commitment to graduate employability. UWA is consistently ranked among the top 100 universities globally and is the number one university in Western Australia for graduate employability.
Services Offered:
UWA offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic support:
Tutoring, workshops, and study skills resources.Career services:
Career counselling, job search assistance, and internship opportunities.Student wellbeing:
Mental health support, counselling, and health services.Accommodation:
On-campus and off-campus housing options.Sports and fitness:
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and a variety of sports clubs.Clubs and societies:
A vibrant student community with numerous clubs and societies catering to diverse interests.Study abroad and exchange:
Opportunities to study at universities around the world.Student Life and Campus Experience:
UWA provides a dynamic and engaging campus experience for its students. The university boasts a beautiful campus with modern facilities, green spaces, and a strong sense of community. Students can participate in a wide range of activities, including:
Social events:
Concerts, festivals, and other social gatherings.Sporting events:
Supporting the university's sports teams.Volunteer opportunities:
Contributing to the local community.Cultural events:
Art exhibitions, theatre performances, and music concerts.Key Reasons to Study There:
World-class education:
UWA offers a high-quality education with a focus on research and innovation.Excellent employability:
Graduates from UWA are highly sought after by employers.Vibrant campus life:
A diverse and engaging student community with numerous opportunities for personal and professional development.Beautiful campus:
A picturesque campus with modern facilities and green spaces.Strong research focus:
UWA is a leading research university with a strong commitment to innovation.Academic Programs:
UWA offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts and Humanities:
History, Literature, Philosophy, Languages, and more.Science and Engineering:
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, and more.Business and Economics:
Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Economics, and more.Health Sciences:
Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, and more.Law:
Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws, and other law programs.Other:
UWA is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus community. The university has a strong focus on Indigenous education and research, and offers a range of programs and support services for Indigenous students. UWA also has a strong international presence, with students from over 100 countries studying at the university.
The minimum entry requirements are listed below, with admission equivalencies for the course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
- All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE): 9
- Canadian High School (except Quebec): 68
- French Baccalaureate: 10
- Gao Kao (PR China NCEE)/750: 507
- GCE A-Levels: 8
- German Abitur: 3.6
- Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education: 14
- Indian Senior School Certificate (CISCE): 45
- Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65: 75.5
- International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB): 24
- Malaysian STPM: 10
- Monash University Foundation Year: 254
- NCUK Foundation Program: 8
- Norwegian Vitnemål: 3.5
- Singapore - Cambridge A Levels: 6.5
- South African National Senior Certificate: 4
- South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT): 324
- Sweden Slutbetyg: 14.5
- Trinity College Foundation: 280
- Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): 14
- University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program: 61
- US College Board Advanced Placements: 7
- US College Board SAT: 1130
- Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP): 56
- Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards: 75
- Mathematics requirement: This major requires a certain level of Mathematics.
- Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
