Bachelor of Environmental Biology
University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00099F
With a Bachelor of Environmental Biology from UTS, youll be ready to join the front line and find innovative solutions to address climate change, the biggest issue of our time.Youll build vital scientific and professional knowledge, study alongside leading researchers and academics, and learn in labs and outside the classroom with hands-on muddy boots fieldwork sessions in some of Australias most beautiful natural environments.This program will comprehensively prepare you for an exciting and fulfilling career in environmental science, where youll be the guardian of our planets precious species, environments and ecosystems.
Structure
Students must complete a total of 144 credit points, made up of 120 credit points of core subjects and 24 credit points of elective subjects. The elective subjects enable students to increase their expertise in other areas of science or in other disciplines in the University. This can be in the form of a specialised 24-credit-point sub-major or by a varied selection of subjects. Students must satisfactorily complete all core subjects and the required number of credit points of elective/sub-major subjects for award of the degree. Students can complete the course over three years full time. Full-time attendance involves approximately 20 hours each week on campus. Students may also be able to complete the course part time, usually at the rate of two subjects a session (a 50 per cent load), taking six years to complete. Part-time students are required to attend some classes in daytime hours.
Subjects
- 60006: Scientific Perspectives for Global Issues: 65111: Chemistry 1: 91107: The Biosphere: 33116: Design, Data, and Decisions: 91123: Nature and Evolution: 91161: Cell Biology and Genetics: 91132: Molecular Biology: 65621: Environmental Chemistry: 91100: Urban Sustainability and Resilience: 91154: Ecology: 91120: GIS and Remote Sensing: 91121: Aquatic Ecosystems: 91145: Environmental Protection and Management: 91159: Environmental Remediation: 91270: Plant Physiology and Climate Change: 91116: Australian Wildlife and Management: 91309: Biodiversity Conservation: 91155: Stream and Lake Assessment: 91168: Ecological Genetics
Standard entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level. Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place. English language requirements IELTS Academic: overall 6.5, writing 6.0 TOEFL iBT: overall 79, writing 21 UTS College AE5: Pass Pearson PTE: overall 58, writing 50 Cambridge C1A/C2P: overall 176, writing 169
Recognition
Australian Institute for Biology, Australian Ecological Society, Australian Society for Plant Physiology, Australasian Society for Ecotoxicology, Australasian Marine Science Association.
Study pathways
Honours is available as an additional year to meritorious students.
Further information
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
