Apply for Environmental Biology Double Degree Major (BSc/BA, BSc/BCom)

MDDU-EBIOL

Environmental Biology

Undergraduate double degree major

This offering version is phasing out and no longer taking applications. You may be able to apply for a later version.

Course outline
  • Qualification
    Environmental Biology Double Degree Major (BSc/BA, BSc/BCom)
  • Credit

    Credit

    450
Course outline

Select your preferred degree

This course belongs to multiple degrees. Select the single degree or double degree below to see the application deadlines.

Course outline

Outline

Outline

This information is relevant for students commencing study in 2019. If you plan to commence study in 2020, please view the planned offering.

Students in this course gain a practical experience through a range of field-based experiences in terrestrial and marine environments.

Please refer to the handbook for additional course overview information. 

How to apply

This course sits within the double degree combination of Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts, and also the Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Commerce.

Applicants have the choice of which double degree combination they would like to study.

To apply for this course, you will apply for the most preferred double degree. In step 3 of the application process, you will be asked to confirm the major you wish to study.

Applying as an undergraduate student is easy. For information tailored to your situation, visit our easy to follow instructions to get your application started.

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What jobs can the Environmental Biology course lead to?

Graduates will be equipped with skills aligned to the needs of a number of government agencies:

  • Department of Environment and Conservation
  • Office of the Environmental Protection Authority
  • Department of Transport
  • Water Corporation

The course will also prepare students for employment as Environmental Officers in Regional Development Commissions and local governments.

Graduates will be suited to employment within the private sector, including companies involved with resource extraction and post-extraction restoration, environmental consultancies, eco-tourism enterprises, and environmental restoration.

What you'll learn

  • apply fundamental biological principles and concepts in theoretical, practical and vocational situations
  • explain and apply the scientific method
  • collect biological data and locate, extract and critically appraise existing scientific knowledge to analyse problems and formulate solutions
  • communicate biological information concisely and accurately using written, visual, and verbal means appropriate to the audience
  • employ new and established technologies to collect and interpret biological data; demonstrate competency in statistics, computing, and other relevant technologies, at an appropriate level
  • take responsibility for their personal educational development by applying independent study and time management skills
  • consider biological issues from a global perspective, recognising the importance of national and international standards for collecting and reporting data
  • respect and recognise the responsibilities of professional scientists in society, both nationally and internationally; value environmental, indigenous and other community perspectives
  • work independently and in teams to demonstrate employment ready skills such as negotiation, leadership, professional behaviour and ethical practices
Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

Fees and charges

Please view the Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts degree for indicative fees.

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  • Curtin course code: MDDU-EBIOL
  • Last updated on: 24 April 2024

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