Coastal and Marine Science Bachelor of

Environmental Science and Management

Assumed

Recommended studies At least one of Biology, Chemistry or Earth and Environmental Science

Are you a lover of the ocean? A passionate conservationist who wants to make sure our marine environment is sustained for years to come? Australia is home to some of the most unique and diverse coastlines and marine ecosystems in the world and we need to make sure they remain protected. By understanding the conservation and management issues they face – such as climate change, pollution and overfishing – we can help find solutions to these problems. When you study a Bachelor of Coastal and Marine Science, you’ll be learning from experts in marine, coastal and ecological fields – giving you practical skills to make a difference in our world. Through professional pathways, students can tailor their program to meet their career aspirations. By engaging with workintegrated learning, students can gain recognised certifications such as boat, radio operator and drone licenses.

What you will study

The Bachelor of Coastal and Marine Science has been designed to provide students with the fundamental skills needed for a career in coastal and marine science which can be complemented by up to two minors, from either the traditional sciences, or alternatively, non-traditional areas such as social science or communication. As such the program will provide graduates with unique skill sets and job opportunities not offered elsewhere.

You can choose to study in areas such as:

Animal biology

Biodiversity and conservation

Cell and molecular biology

Chemistry

Coastal and surface processes

Communication

• Education studies

• Environmental regulation

• Environmental science

• Environmental toxicology and health

• Food science

Practical experience

Geography

Indigenous environmental and community practice

Microbiology

Plant biology

Public and community health

Riparian restoration and sustainability

• Social science

• Sustainability

• Tourism and event management

• Water and resource management

You’ll have access to world-class facilities and participate in lab work to help develop your analytical, research and communication skills. You’ll have the opportunity to engage in 140 hours of work-integrated learning (WIL) and gain recognised certifications such as a boat license, radio operator license, and drone and remotely operated vehicle operation. Together this learning will ensure you have skills that are highly sought after by industry and government.

Career opportunities

The flexible structure of this degree allows students to pursue careers that span all sectors of the marine and coastal industry. Some career examples include:

• Animal Biologist

• Botanist

• Coastal and Marine Park

Governance

• Compliance Officer

• Conservationist/Ecologist

• Ecotourism

• Fisheries Technician or Research Assistant

• Geographer

• Marine Biologist

• Marine Scientist

• Oceanographer

• Sustainability Officer

• Waterways and Coastal Officer

Assumed

If you want to contribute to solving the environmental problems facing our society, and have a passion for sustainability, then the Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management is for you. The University of Newcastle is centrally situated to give you hands-on experience in areas of vast environmental diversity, from terrestrial landscapes, to wetlands and coastal zones. We offer the perfect environment for you to gain an understanding of the critical issues placing a growing strain on the Earth’s natural resources, such as climate change, human impacts, and the biodiversity crisis, and develop tactics to combat them. Diversify your study experience by choosing one of four environmental science majors and undertaking 140 hours of work placement in your final year of study.

What you will study

Environmental science and management incorporates courses from several majors including biology, sustainability, chemistry, geology and the social sciences to understand human impacts on the environment and to develop ways to address these problems.

Students can choose from one of the following majors study areas to specialise in:

Ecosystems and Biodiversity

Marine Science and Management

Students will develop skills in:

Biological and earth processes

Conservation and restoration

Environmental planning and impact assessment

Environmental values, sustainability and ethics

Practical experience

Natural Resources and Hazards

Sustainability

Land management

Remote sensing and computerbased mapping

Sampling and data analysis

Social development and the environment

From the first week of your degree you will gain real-world experience through fieldwork in a range of settings and environments. You will learn and build your skills in a number of key environmental locations, including mining areas, national parks, urban developments, major waterways and coastal zones.

Your fieldwork is complemented by practical lab work where you have the opportunity to use professional equipment found in the workplace. In the final year of your degree, you will undertake 140 hours of work-integrated learning (WIL) experience in a private sector, government or community organisation.

Career opportunities

Some typical positions include:

• Botanist/Plant Scientist

• Climatologist

• Coastal Management Officer

• Environmental Consultant

Environmental Health/

Sustainability Officer

Geologist

Professional recognition

• Marine Scientist

• Oceanographer

• Science Teacher

• Scientific Park Ranger

Water Resource Management Specialist

Zoologist

Depending on your area of study you can gain professional recognition with the Hunter Environmental Institute, Australian Ecology Society, Australian Wildlife Management Society, Birds Australia, Australian Mammal Society, Australian Society of Herpetology.

Combine this degree with

• Bachelor of Business