Environmental Science

For those keen to study a subject that touches on many of the biggest challenges for the world today, environmental science degrees are a good starting point. Environmental science incorporates the study of the physical, chemical and biological processes that take place on the Earth, as well as the social, political and cultural processes which impact the planet. As an environmental science student, you’ll strive to understand the complex relationships between mankind and the environment, drawing on a diverse range of disciplines.

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Skills

Common Degree/Major Names

BSc	Aquaculture
BSc	Climate Science
BSc	Conservation Biology
BSc	Earth Science(s)
BSc	Earth, Climate and Environmental Change
BSc	Environment and Development
BSc/MSci	Environmental Chemistry
BEng	Environmental Engineering
BSc	Environmental Geography
BSc	Environmental Geology
BSc/MSci	Environmental Geoscience
BSc	Environmental Mathematics
BSc/BA	Environmental Policy

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Useful Skills

	Analytical
	Attention to Detail
	Data Manipulation
	ICT
	Idea Visualisation
	Listening
	Note Taking
	Organisation
	Practical (working with your hands)
	Problem Solving
	Research
	Speaking (Verbal Communication)
	Staying Motivated / Working Hard

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Institution	Country	Campus Type	Size	Education Model	Selectivity
University of Melbourne	Austalia	City Island Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	The Melbourne curriculum enables students to explore their passions and strengths, while giving the flexibility to specialise when students are ready. We offer seven bachelors degrees in the Melbourne curriculum – arts, biomedicine, commerce, design, fine arts, music, and science – covering over 100 different study areas. We also offer specialist degrees in agriculture and oral health, where everything students study is structured for the chosen discipline. Students start with a three-year bachelors degree. Once completed, they can enter the workforce with a broad knowledge base and career-ready skills. Or, gain specialised knowledge via a graduate degree or in graduate research. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PubbNsh5zyQ	Merit based entry for UG. Students who receive IB score and meet prerequisite subjects are guaranteed an offer. No interview, reference letters, personal statement required.
Curtin University	Australia	Suburban Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	We are a global university recognised for innovation in learning and teaching, with our curriculum, learning experiences and delivery methods highly responsive to the changing needs of industry and careers. Our diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses provide you with the right skills, knowledge and experience to enable you to follow your passion and put it to work at Curtin.	Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted) - Some programs (like our quota health programs) have a high selective rate due to minimal places available. Other courses like arts and commerce are easier to achieve in admission in if the minimum score has been achieved.
Edith Cowan University	Australia, Sri Lanka	Suburban Campus City Island Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	At ECU, we believe that human creativity, combined with the inspiration of learning, has the power to transform lives and create a better world. So we’ll prepare you by teaching you the skills we know industries and employers are looking for, such as creative thinking and problem-solving. We’ll encourage you to have a positive mindset, and to see problems as opportunities. Speaking of teaching, we’re also an established Australian leader in the quality of our teaching. It’s a big part of our values. And it’s why our graduates have rated us 5 stars for 17 years straight in the Good Universities Guide.	Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted)
Western Sydney University	Australia	Suburban Campus City Campus	Very Large Institution > 30,000	Research Focused Institution, Teaching Focused Institution	Selective (25-50% admitted)
Murdoch University	Australia	Suburban Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	Murdoch University offers undergraduate (Bachelor) and postgraduate (Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master) level degree programs with a specialisation in environmental, sustainability, conservation and veterinary science.	Selective (25-50% admitted)
UNSW Sydney	Australia	City Island Campus, Suburban Campus	Very Large Institution > 30,000	UNSW’s strategic priorities actively address the challenges we face today - from climate change and renewable energies to lifesaving medical treatments and breakthrough technologies. We aim to make an impact on people’s lives around the world. In 2020, UNSW evolved its motto to “Scientia corde mente et manu” - Knowledge by Heart, Mind and Hand. This is more than just a slogan of renewed values and aspirations. It captures the fact that we serve higher purpose, and are committed to serving society through knowledge sharing and new discovery.	Selective (25-50% admitted)
University of Queensland	Australia	City Island Campus	Very Large Institution > 30,000	You'll be inspired by passionate and engaging lecturers who are ready to empower you with the skills, confidence and knowledge you need to face a future of unknowns. At UQ, we're committed to enriching your studies and developing your employability to prepare you for a career you'll love. We support you to gain knowledge, leadership skills and adopt an innovative mindset.	Selective (25-50% admitted)
Northumbria University	UK	City Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	Single Subject Focus (Joint degrees available), Researched Focused Institution, Teaching Focused Institution
Lafayette College	USA	City Island Campus	Small Institution <5000	Lafayette blends liberal arts and engineering, with a keen focus on interdisciplinary studies.	Selective (25-50% admitted) ~30% acceptance rate
Durham University	UK	City Campus, City Island Campus, Suburban Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000 A high volume of applications means a number of programmes can be more selective than others	Single Subject Focus (Joint degrees available), Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model), Integrated or Thematic degrees, Researched Focused Institution, Vocationally Focused Institution (multiple integrated internships)	Extremely Selective (<10% admitted)
Carleton University	Canada	City Island Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	Over 26 degrees & over 200 programs with an emphasis on hands-on learning	Open Admission (almost all admitted) - For most programs, if a student meets the requirements, they will be admitted.
Carleton College	USA	Rural Campus	Small Institution <5000	Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model)	Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
University of Rochester	USA	Suburban Campus	Medium Institution 5000-15,000	Research university with a flexible curriculum	Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
Keele University		Rural Campus	Medium Institution 5000-15,000	Single Subject Focus (Joint degrees available), Integrated or Thematic degrees	Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted)
Leiden University College	The Netherlands	City Campus	Small Institution <5000	Leiden University College is part of Leiden University, which is a Research University.	Selective (25-50% admitted) Leiden University College accepts 200 students each year out of approx 800 applications.
Queens University	Canada	City Island Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	Medical-Doctoral Research University	Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
Brock University	Canada	City Island Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	We offer so many ways for you to design your degree, your way. In most of our programs.	Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted) Need to meet prerequisite subject/grade requirements in addition to G11/12 grade average requirement
York University	Canada	City Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	Single Subject Focus (Joint degrees available), Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model), Integrated or Thematic degrees, Single Focus Institution (e.g. Business School, Researched Focused Institution	Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted) Admission requirements vary by programs.
The Hong Kong University of Science and Techonology	Hong Kong, China	City Island Campus, Suburban Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	Single Subject Focus (Joint degrees available), Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model), Integrated or Thematic degrees, Single Focus Institution (e.g. Business School, Researched Focused Institution, Teaching Focused Institution, Vocationally Focused Institution (multiple integrated internships)
Kyoto University of Advanced Sciences	Japan	City Island Campus	Small Institution <5000	Single Subject Focus (Joint degrees available)	Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted)
University of Leicester	UK	City Campus	Medium Institution 5000-15,000	We are proud to be one of the world’s leading research-intensive universities.	Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
Franklin & Marshall College	USA		Small Institution <5000	We follow a liberal arts format with majors, minors, joint degrees, and certificate program options.	Selective (25-50% admitted) ~30% acceptance rate
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)	USA	City Island Campus	Medium Institution 5000-15,000	Over 50 majors, primarily in STEM, Business, and Social Science	Selective (25-50% admitted)
The American University of Paris	France	City Campus	Small Institution <5000	Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model), Integrated or Thematic degrees, Teaching Focused Institution	Selective (25-50% admitted)
College of Wooster	USA	Suburban Campus	Small Institution <5000	Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model), Researched Focused Institution, Undergraduate Only Institution	Selective (25-50% admitted)

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