Degree
Major
80 credit points
Major in Environmental Management
Overview
I'm a
looking to start my course in 2026
Degree/s offering this major
Bachelor of Environment
Summary
Key features
- Study in our state-of-the-art facilities
Enhance your learning by studying in modern labs designed to foster collaboration and cutting-edge scientific research.
- Blend classroom learning and practical work to be career-ready
Acquire theoretical knowledge alongside practical skills, and be skilled for a diverse range of roles.
- Gain the skills to secure your dream career
Learn how to apply for scientific-based jobs and prepare for interviews, and develop presentation and project management skills.
- Complete an extensive supervised project
Undertake an industry-based project to solve a real-world problem, and be prepared for a successful start to your career.
Career outcomes
With a rapidly evolving job market, graduate employability remains our priority. We’re working closely with a range of industries and sectors to ensure you’re job-ready when you graduate. View graduate professions and potential employers.
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About Environmental Management at Macquarie University
Faculty of Science and Engineering
The Faculty of Science and Engineering isn't afraid to tackle the big issues. In a world more dependent on science and engineering than ever before, we stand at the forefront of innovation. We're home to globally renowned academics, so you'll learn from those who are making an impact on major issues affecting the world.
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Studying at Macquarie
Our vibrant and leafy campus forms part of one of the largest business and technology precincts in Australia. To ensure you have the right skills when you graduate — whether you're starting your first job or taking your career to the next level — we offer flexible study options, personalised degrees and practical experiences.
Benefits of studying at Macquarie
Major structure
What you’ll study
A major allows you to focus on an area of study, such as Environmental Management, within more generalist degrees. It’s recorded on your testamur and academic transcript.
Major requirements
80 credit points
Essential units
80 credit points
Complete each unit below.
Essential units are units that you must complete to qualify for your degree.
How can I study this major?
Environmental Management is available as a major as part of the below degree/s:
Further course details
For further details and specific course requirements, visit the Handbook >
Guide to University terminology
Use our handy guide to better understand common study terms.
Career outcomes
Set your career in motion
Professions
- Environmental and sustainability designer
- Environmental manager
- Environmental or geotechnical consultant
- Environmental policy officer
- Landcare and catchment manager
- Local council officer
- National parks manager
- Researcher
- Resource manager
- Spatial information officer
Employers
- Conservation agencies
- Environmental and geotechnical engineering consultancies
- Government agencies and departments
- Local councils
- Mining companies
- NGOs
- Oil and gas companies
Career information
Job and Skills Australia – an Australian Government initiative – provides accessible labour-market data, research and tools to help you understand Australia’s current and projected workforce-skills needs.
Multiply your employability
In-built internships
Study a degree with built-in practical experiences, and get an invaluable head start in your career.
Co-designed degrees
Study a degree co-designed with industry, and graduate with the knowledge and skills employers want.
In-demand graduates
Study at Australia’s #1 uni for graduate employment rate: QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2020.
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