Bachelor of Science and Environment
Overview
Discover how science can solve current and future medical, environmental, industrial and technological problems and launch your dynamic career in this field with CQUniversity's Bachelor of Science and Environment (formerly Bachelor of Science). 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.
The Bachelor of Science and Environment equips you with the skills and knowledge for a fulfilling career in science. Throughout the course you'll participate in practical learning experiences, both on campus and in the field and develop the ability to think critically and solve complex problems. Your core units of study will have a skills-focus to help you develop field and laboratory competencies useful for research and desired by industry and government. Further study will include transdisciplinary subjects in your chosen major and minor, such as geography, sustainability, agriculture, and community engagement, in addition to underpinning biological and chemical sciences, will develop skills and knowledge that enable you to contribute to the sustainability of ecosystems and societies.
You may choose from majors in Chemistry, Botany and Zoology, Environmental Management or Earth and Climate Science, all of which incorporate aspects of environmental studies. You'll further tailor your science degree to your interests and career goals by choosing a minor from a broad range of complementary fields:
- Agronomy
- AgTech
- Botany and Zoology
- Chemistry
- Earth and Climate Science
- Environmental Management
- Liberal Studies
- Livestock
- Sustainable Futures.
You will benefit from field trips to a variety of destinations, such as coral reefs, intertidal and terrestrial ecosystems, mainland vegetation communities, agricultural enterprises, mine and other land degradation sites and freshwater and estuarine environments. You will have the option to undertake an industry placement as part of your studies, allowing you to network professionally while completing your studies. Alternatively, you may opt to complete a short research project to apply your knowledge in a real-world context.
Study Experience
Discover more about your science and environment degree and how you'll benefit from flexible study options and practical experiences to support your learning. Click 'Explore Study Experience' for more information.
- Authentic Learning Experiences
- Global Experiences
- Online or On Campus
- Seamless Pathways
- Study Full-time or Part-time
- Work-integrated Learning
Career Opportunities
Completion of the Bachelor of Science and Environment will prepare you to pursue employment opportunities in fields such as:
- chemical and material production
- agriculture
- medical sciences
- mining and metals
- power industries
- environmental science and ecology
- food technology
- forensic analysis
- research and development.
Structure & Availability
The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study.
You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below. Visit the Academic Calendars webpage for key dates relevant to your chosen intake.
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Your Course
You must complete 24 units (144 credits):
- 1The core structure (8 units)
- 2One eight-unit major
- 3One eight-unit minor
Unit Details
The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.
Core Units
You will study the eight units listed below.
Botany and Zoology Major
The Botany and Zoology Major consists of the eight units listed below.
Agronomy Minor
The Agronomy Minor consists of the eight units listed below.
Course Planner
To help you plan your studies and see which unit comes first, if one unit should be completed before another and the term you will study each unit, check out our course planners.
Additional Information
Professional Placement or Project - BIOL12050
This unit provides students with an opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge and practical skills attained in their degree course to the professional work environment. Students will undertake either a) an industry placement, or b) a short research project for 120 hours. They will report on their experience in an appropriate format, identifying the nature of the work and activities undertaken. They will also reflect on how the knowledge gained and the skills developed during placement relate to their course of study and their future career.
If you have prior experience or have studied previously, you may be eligible for credit or recognition of prior learning (RPL), which can help reduce your study load and the time it takes to complete your degree.
Learn more about credit and RPL, including application timelines and the overall process.
This course does permit you to defer your offer and commence at a later date.
Requirements
To Be Eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
Student and Course Profiles
View the student and course profiles for this course and learn about CQU's Undergraduate Profile for Term 1, 2026 via our Institute Profile.
Alternative Entry Pathways
CQU offers a range of alternative entry pathways to help you get started. If you don’t meet the entry requirements, there are options available, depending on your background and previous experience.
During Your Study
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.
Fees & Scholarships
Indicative First-Year Fee
The Indicative First-Year Fee is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (eight units over two terms) for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) and should be used as a guide only. Your actual fees may vary depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Check the Cost per Unit spreadsheet available on our Understanding Course Fees webpage.
Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Fee estimates for the following year are expected to be available in September each year.
Commonwealth Supported Places
This course has Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available, and as a domestic student, you'll be offered a CSP, provided you meet CSP eligibility requirements. CSPs are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning you are only required to pay the student contribution rather than full tuition fees.
Important
If you are a new student and are offered a CSP, you must submit an eCAF (electronic Commonwealth Assistance Form) with the Australian Government to confirm your place, even if you are ineligible for or don’t intend to use a HECS-HELP Loan.
This is a Government requirement, and if you don’t submit before your commencing census date, your enrolment for the term will be cancelled.
HECS-HELP Loan
You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan if you are offered a CSP. HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists you in paying your student contributions. Provided you meet the HECS-HELP eligibility criteria, you may use HECS-HELP to defer part or all of your student contribution fees.
Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations.
We believe a quality education can be for everyone – regardless of background, location, or life circumstances. That's why we offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries that can give you a helping hand with a range of expenses and enhance your employability.
How to Apply
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