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Bachelor of Biodiversity and Conservation and Bachelor of Economics

Bachelor of Biodiversity and Conservation and Bachelor of Economics

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

Summary

The broad and flexible Bachelor of Biodiversity and Conservation – which uniquely combines studies in plant and animal sciences, ecology and new remote sensing with environmental and conservation management – will equip you with such specialist skills. The Bachelor of Economics will provide you with a sound understanding of today’s complex economic environment and the skills to design economic systems that promote welfare, fairness and sustainability. You’ll learn about how modern economies operate, trade and grow; the role of prices and markets in allocating scarce resources; and the sorts of policy interventions that can be introduced when economic outcomes are less than optimal.

Key features

Study in our state-of-the-art facilities and in the field

Enhance your learning by studying in modern labs designed to foster collaboration, and in a number of exciting field settings. Enhance your learning within our unique fauna park

Get hands-on experience in our 11-hectare fauna park, where world-class environmental research is conducted by leading academics. Study in our state-of-the-art facilities

Access our Finance Decision Lab and incubator, and participate in simulations and workshops. Study at a globally recognised institution

Study at a business school that’s accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Career Outcomes

Professions

Biodiversity informatics adviser

Bioprospector

Conservation policymaker

Econometrician

Economist

Ecosystems scientist

Environmental and social impact assessor

Environmental or geotechnical consultant

Financial adviser or analyst

Investment analyst

Market analyst

Natural resource manager

Policy analyst

Research scientist

Wildlife manager

Zoo captive breeding programs manager

Employers

Agricultural agencies

Australian Museum

Banks and financial institutions

Conservation agencies

Consulting firms

Educational institutions

Environmental and conservation groups

Environmental protection agencies

Fisheries and forestry agencies

Government agencies and departments

International organisations

NGOs

National Parks and Wildlife Service

Research institutes

State forest and national park authorities

Water and resource management companies

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION

Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.

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Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration.
Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.

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