BP000 - Bachelor of Environment and Society

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Plan: BP000P16 - Bachelor of Environment and Society
Campus: City Campus

Overview

Program details
Purpose of the Program
Articulation and pathways
Entrance requirements
External accreditation and industry links
Student expenses and charges in addition to fees
Library, IT and specialist resources

Program details

Award title: Bachelor of Environment and Society
Award abbreviation: BEnv&Soc
Total credit points: 288
Career: UGRD
Duration: 3 years full-time / 6 years part-time
Location: Onshore, City Campus
Owning school: Global, Urban and Social Studies (365H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/global-urban-and-social-studies
ASCED code: 040103
CRICOS code: 027119G

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Purpose of the Program

This program will develop the theoretical knowledge and skills you require to work in a wide range of professional settings, including government and non government, both in Australia and internationally. You will build a foundation for understanding and analysing the relationships between the global and local dimensions of sustainability as well as the importance of natural and social diversity in a changing world.

The program has been designed to enable you to engage critically wiith sustainability theory and environmental policy frameworks to address sustainability imperatives and environmental stakeholder needs and issues. You will develop a breadth of knowledge and skills in areas including sustainability, environmental assessment, professional communication and project management. Upon successful completion, you will be equipped to work in roles such as environmental advocate, consultant or manager. 

You will engage critically with legislative and policy frameworks across different policy and legislative contexts. You will learn to advocate, consult and collaborate within different cultural settings and develop skills for bringing about legislative and/or policy reform.

The program is offered on campus in face to face mode of delivery. You will investigate the link between environmental and social wellbeing, developing your knowledge and skills through independent and collaborative research, problem-solving and team work.

A capstone experience (ENVI1213 Environment Capstone Project) is provided in which you will integrate and synthesise your knowledge, connect theory to practice and demonstrate your holistic achievement of the program learning outcomes. The program also provides opportunities for you to undertake study tours or exchange programs outside Australia.

As a graduate you will be able to work within Australia in local, state or federal government agencies, environmental protection agencies, NGOs, and environmental sustainability businesses or consultancies. Employment can be found in similar sectors in other countries or in international aid and development organisations.

Successful completion of this program provides a pathway to a Masters. Upon successful completion of this program you may also be eligible to undertake further studies in related programs at RMIT University.

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Articulation and pathways

Graduates of the following RMIT programs may be eligible for credit in the Bachelor of Environment and Society: 

If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (for example, through prior studies or work experience), you can apply for credit once you have enrolled in this program.

Upon successful completion of this program you may be eligible to undertake further studies in RMIT University programs including the Master of Urban Planning and Environment, Master of Public Policy and Master of Global Studies, subject to each program's entry requirements.

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Entrance requirements

You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent senior secondary school) qualification. 

For equivalents to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country Equivalency web page on the RMIT website.

Prerequisites 

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) units 3 and 4: 

  • a study score of at least 25 in English other than EAL; or 
  • a study score of at least 27 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) 

or equivalent studies

International English language requirement

A minimum of IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English requirements web page.

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External accreditation and industry links

The Bachelor of Environment and Society program is currently accredited by the Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand (EIANZ) www.eianz.org/

Academic staff undertake collaborative research projects with industry and government and as such, are abreast of current environmental debates. Industry Advisory Committee members include industry and government representatives.

In your final year of study the program will provide you will opportunities to undertake projects with diverse industry and community partners. Some past graduates have used opportunities provided by formal work placements to gain employment after graduation.

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Student 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.

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Library, IT and specialist resources

Library resources and services

As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University you can access the extensive services, facilities and study space provided by the Library. You can access books, journals and other course related materials, such as DVDs, past exams, newspapers and e-books. Through our document delivery service you can also request items from any library in the world.

Computers for study are available at every Library site, where you can access the Internet, myRMIT (www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit) or Library e-resources. If you have a laptop you can access the RMIT University wireless network in the Library.

Library staff can show you how to find information for your assignments or you can work through web-based tutorials or use our online Ask a Librarian service. The Library is continually expanding our electronic collections to make it easier for you to get the information you need when you need it. All RMIT University students have unlimited access to quality electronic resources such as, e-books, e-journals and newspapers.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library

Online learning tools and content

You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at myRMIT studies www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit

Services available to you as a student at RMIT University

RMIT University 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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