Overview

Through the Environmental Science (Honours) (Land Resources) course from University of Wollongong you will participate in practical classes on campus using cutting-edge technology and off campus undertaking fieldwork where you will study the superb local marine life, coastal landscapes, nearby rainforest escarpment, and fresh-water and terrestrial ecosystems that are part of the local area.

In the first two years of the degree, you will learn environmental science fundamentals and incorporate the 'language' of science through introductory mathematics and statistics. In the third and fourth years, you will specialise in your major. An honours research report with an external organisation is a major component of the fourth year, providing for the integration of industry-based learning.

Taught by leading researchers, these classes will give you the knowledge and skills to meet the needs of tomorrow’s employers and tackle real-world challenges.

The land resources major will help you understand a wide range of critical elements, while delving into the dynamics of land use and conservation practices. You will gain expertise in assessing the impact of human activities on the environment, implementing measures to restore ecosystems.

Through hands-on fieldwork and data analysis, you will acquire essential skills to protect biodiversity, combat desertification, and promote responsible land development practices. Understanding land resources is fundamental to addressing pressing environmental challenges and ensuring a balanced coexistence between human societies and the natural world.

Career opportunities:

Bush Regenerator
Ecologist
Environmental Educator
Environmental Officer
Environmental Planner
Environmental Scientist
Grounds and Environmental Manager
National Parks and Wildlife Service Ranger
Research Scientist

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Climate and Sustainability
Land Resources
Wildlife and Conservation
Global Challenges in Science
Evolution, Biodiversity and Environment
Planet Earth

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-09 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

192 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wollongong, Australia

Disciplines

Landscape Architecture Environmental Sciences View 104 other Bachelors in Environmental Sciences in Australia

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

CRICOS: 085261J
Applicants must achieve the required score in a previous qualification, equivalent to completing at least 13 years of schooling in Australia.
In order to succeed in your chosen course, it is assumed you have completed relevant subjects in your senior high school studies or other relevant qualifications. This is particularly important for degrees which have a strong basis in Mathematics or Science.

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Tuition Fees

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41808 AUD / year

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Commonwealth supported students are required to pay a student contribution amount towards the cost of their course.

Living costs

Wollongong

Australia

1600 - 2200 AUD / month

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