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Education, Upskilling and Capacity Building

CQUniversity is a provider of choice and opportunity that strives to make education, training and research accessible to all – regionally, nationally, and internationally.

As part of our approach to education, we focus on being innovative and forward-thinking ensuring that we lead market trends in education, upskilling and capacity building. Through our courses, connections and communities, our students are exposed and encouraged to think critically about and address matters that align with the themes of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), leading to a more sustainable future.

How to study climate science and environmental sustainability at CQU

Undergraduate Courses

Bachelor of Agriculture - this degree will equip you with the agriculture knowledge, critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to play important professional roles in improving the productivity and sustainability of modern agriculture.

Bachelor of Science and Environmental - this degree will equip you to solve current and future medical, environmental, industrial and technological problems and launch your dynamic career in this field Enjoy the flexibility to tailor your degree to suit your interests and career goals with a choice of majors in Botany and Zoology, Chemistry, Earth and Climate Science or Environmental Management, and a range of minors available.

Integrated within these degrees are multiple avenues for students to learn and practice theory and skills in land and water ecosystems. This content includes term-long units of study such as Integrated Land and Water Management and Sustainable Landscapes and can cover focused elements within broader units of study.  The Bachelor of Environmental Science degree includes a major in "Integrated land and water management", reflecting a strong focus on the interrelationship between land use and aquatic systems, and how best to manage them.

Each of the above-mentioned courses provides opportunities for students to complete Work Integrated Learning relevant to the field of study.

Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Arts- this double degree provides you with a multidisciplinary education that encourages you to gain knowledge in a range of humanities and social science disciplines. A wide range of minors and majors are available to choose from including: 

  • Geography major which explores Australian geography and climate to extend your knowledge into topics including sustainable environments
  • Environmental Management which provides the big picture around why an organisation needs an environmental conscience.

Post Graduate Courses

Graduate Certificate in Social Innovation Leadership- this course is a multi-disciplinary course that equips you with a strong foundational knowledge about social innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills. 

Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Sustainability- this course allows you to acquire academically rigorous knowledge of contemporary sustainable management principles and practices. In addition, you will gain practical, transferable skills that support you in your entrepreneurship and innovation ambitions.

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Postgraduate Units

Industry, partnerships and communities

Industry, partnerships and our communities are integral to CQUniversity's growth and sustainability. We have an embedded engagement agenda that drives interaction with our many partners, communities and stakeholders to create social, intellectual and cultural capital through education, training, research, and service.

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Educational resources aligned to SDGs

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Social Innovation

CQUniversity wants to change the world for the better – and through social innovation, our students, staff, academics, and communities are all driving the transformation.