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Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science (Planning and Environmental Science)
Program summary
QTAC code: 014201
OP/Rank for 2008 entry: OP-18 / Rank-62
Award abbreviation: BA/BSc
Degree type: undergraduate
Mode of study: on campus
Duration: 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Total units: 384
Recommended prior study: English, Maths and one or more of the Sciences, preferably Chemistry
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
CRICOS code: 058124J
Program overview
The Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science (Planning and Environmental Science) aims to produce graduates who can work in coordination roles that link accredited planners and environmental scientists, providing specialist knowledge about planning for environmental sustainability in regional and international settings. Population pressures and the depletion and degradation of environmental resources require many public and private sector agencies to employ professionals now, who can help with planning and management for sustainable environments.
In this program, you will learn the purpose and process of planning; and how environmental policy and legislation are included in planning and development assessment processes. You will also gain an understanding of the basic functioning of ecosystems, and the dynamic processes that link humans and their environments. A strong understanding of both planning and environmental science will help graduates to integrate their knowledge and skills for more informed planning and decision-making about a range of environmental scenarios.
Career opportunities
- agriculture/fisheries
- aquaculture
- community education
- conservation biology
- ecotourism
- environmental education/health/protection
- environmental management/planning
- field forestry
- horticulture and aquaculture
- land care and vegetation
- marine science
- parks and wildlife
- planning
- policy analysis
- research
- restoration ecology
- waste and pollution control
- combines study of environmental science and planning for environmental sustainability
- career opportunities in public and private sectors in both regional and international settings, such as local government and international environmental agencies
Program structure
Core courses
Select 2 courses from:
- COR109 Communication and Thought
- COR110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
- COR111 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
Introductory courses
1 required course:
- ENP100 Introduction to Environmental Studies
Advanced courses
6 required courses:
- ENP211 Planning and Environmental Law
- ENP236 Rural and Regional Sustainability
- ENP255 Urbanism and Urban Design
- ENP260 Advanced Professional Planning
- ENP270 Regional Infrastructure Planning
- SCS225 Social Research
- ENP245 Cultural Geography and Demography
- ENP265 Participation, Conflict and Mediation in the Planning Context
- ENP275 Planning Design Studio
- SCS211 Green Justice: Environmental and Social Issues
Select a minor from one of the following areas:
- Communication Studies
- Politics and International Relations
- Social and Community Studies
Select 1 elective course from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
or
If SCS225 is included in the Social and Community Studies minor above, select 2 elective courses from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Faculty of Science, Health and Education courses
Introductory courses
1 required course:
- SCI102 Biodiversity and Environment
Advanced courses
Select 8 advanced (200 and 300 level) ENS coded courses
Plus select 4 advanced (200 and 300 level) courses from the Faculty of Science, Health and Education
Course substitution: the GO (Global Opportunities) Program
As part of their USC program, students may apply to participate in the GO Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider.
Program requirements and notes
1. A maximum of 5 introductory level courses can be included in the 15 Arts and Social Sciences courses in this program.
2. This combined program requires the completion of 15 Arts and Social Sciences courses, 15 Science courses and 2 core courses.
3. No course may be counted towards more than one major or minor.
4. Electives may be used to complete an additional major or minor to supplement the required major.
5. An introductory level course has a number less than 200 in its course code. An advanced level course has a number greater than 200 and less than 400 in its course code.
6. Refer to the Academic Rules.
7. Refer to explanation of terms.
8. Refer to the recommended enrolment patterns.
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