BP192 - Bachelor of Environmental Science
Plan: BP192P23 - Bachelor of Environmental Science
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Bachelor of Environmental Science
Award abbreviation: BEnvSc
Total credit points: 288
Career: UGRD
Duration: 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Location: City Campus
Owning school: Science (171H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/science
ASCED code: 050999
CRICOS code: 110981J
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
BP192 Bachelor of Environmental Science provides you with knowledge and skills in Earth system processes, especially the hydrosphere, biosphere, atmosphere, and lithosphere and the impacts of humans on our environment.
You will complete a common science first year, where you will get the opportunity to explore other disciplines in your journey to becoming an environmental scientist. The common first year, ensures that all students have a foundation of academic experience across many fields of science. This breadth of experience will enhance your employability and enable you to make an informed decision about your intended major and give you choice and flexibility in your degree pathway.
You will have the opportunity to choose from a range of generalist minors which includes Chemistry, Geospatial Science, Nutrition Science, Space Science, and Statistics. You will have the option to opt for the Specialist Minor which includes Environmental Biology and Environmental and Analytical Chemistry. You will graduate well prepared for all types of positions available in workplaces such as in environmental consultancies, government agencies, resource management, research, education and in the mining / manufacturing industries.
In addition, you will gain expansive fieldwork experience and demonstrate your work-readiness by completing two final year, capstone and work integrated learning courses (ENVI1145 Environmental Sampling and Analysis and ONPS2186 Applied Science Project), which will give you the opportunity to integrate, critically reflect on, and consolidate what you have learnt in your program. These courses will require you to work in multidisciplinary teams and learn to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, which can also be overseas and international experiences.
The learning activities and experiences in this program are designed to foster your development as an independent learner so you will be able to extend your capabilities once you graduate. The teaching methods may include lectorials, seminars, tutorials, workshops, practical and laboratory sessions, site visits and provision of online materials.
While most courses in the program are delivered on campus, other courses are delivered either wholly online or via a combination of predominantly online activities supported by some campus-based activities.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Graduates of the RMIT C5418 Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management will be guaranteed entry into the BP192P23 Bachelor of Environmental Science program and receive credit to a value of 96 credit points (Note: A standard year of full-time undergraduate study at RMIT University is 96 credit points)
To be eligible to enter the BP192P23 program with 96 credit points of credit, graduates of the C5418 program must meet the following requirements:
As per agreement |
Course Code |
Course Title |
|---|---|---|
Must complete both to get credit for ONPS2700: |
ENVI5103C |
Conduct field research into natural and cultural resources (AHCILM501) |
MATH5356C |
Conduct biological surveys (AHCECR502) |
|
Must complete both to get credit for ONPS2701: |
ENVI5117C |
Develop a water quality monitoring program (AHCNRM510) |
MATH5356C |
Conduct biological surveys (AHCECR502) |
|
Must complete both to get credit for ONPS2699: |
ENVI5113C |
Manage implementation of ecological restoration programs (AHCECR504) |
MATH5356C |
Conduct biological surveys (AHCECR502) |
|
Must complete both to get credit for ENVI1146: |
ENVI5114C |
Develop a management plan for a designated area (AHCLPW506) |
ENVI5113C |
Manage implementation of ecological restoration programs (AHCECR504) |
|
Must complete both to get credit for BIOL2547: |
ENVI5115C |
Manage fauna populations (AHCFAU501) |
BIOL5258C |
Collect and classify plants (AHCPCM510) |
|
Must complete both to get credit for ONPS2702: |
ENVI5116C |
Develop a coastal rehabilitation strategy (AHCNRM509) |
ENVI5117C |
Develop a water quality monitoring program (AHCNRM510) |
|
2 x Approved Studies |
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All other Competencies |
NB: While the total value of the credit offered is equivalent to 1 standard year of full-time study, the amount of time required to complete the remaining study may exceed 2 years.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Program entry requirements
Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent.
For information on international qualifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country equivalents web page.
Prerequisites
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) prerequisite units 3 and 4 — a study score of at least 20 in one of: Maths: General Mathematics or Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics, and a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in any other English.
English language requirements
A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent.
For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
This program is not accredited by any external industry or professional body.
Graduates of this program may be eligible to membership to the following organisation, Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand (EIANZ). You can also join the EIANZ as an undergraduate student member, which gives you access to a range of benefits, including professional membership, networking, and industry mentoring.
Industry Links
This program has an Industry Advisory Committee (IAC). Membership is diverse and drawn from external industry and professional institutions. This committee helps inform program development and ensure that program content and student learning outcomes remain closely aligned with the needs of future employers. In addition, academic staff maintain connections with industry to develop and deliver work integrated learning experiences as well as offer advice on professional careers.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Library resources and services
RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study space. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resources including course related material, books, e-books, journals and databases. Computers and group study rooms are available at each Library. One-on-one study support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, referencing, maths and study skills. To contact Library staff for help, phone, email or chat via the Ask the Library service.
For recommended texts and databases relevant to your discipline, refer to https://rmit.libguides.com.
Find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.
IT and Wireless
If you have a laptop or other wireless-enabled device you can connect to RMIT’s fast Wi-Fi. While on campus, no matter how you work or where you work, you’re able to connect, collaborate and create using this secure network.
In addition, with myDesktop, you can access your RMIT desktop and applications from home or wherever you have an internet connection.
Online learning tools and content
As a student in this program you may access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses from the student portal https://www.rmit.edu.au/students.
Learning services available to you as a student at RMIT
RMIT provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
transition to tertiary study and learning
study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
career development and employment
living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You can find more information at: www.rmit.edu.au/students.
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