Bachelor of International Studies and Bachelor of Biodiversity and Conservation
Bachelor of International Studies and Bachelor of Biodiversity and Conservation
Summary The Bachelor of International Studies, which combines the study of cultures and global society with the acquisition of advanced foreign language and communication skills and knowledge about global diversity and mobility, will equip you with transferable intercultural skills that are highly valued in today’s globalised job market. The broad…
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Summary
The Bachelor of International Studies, which combines the study of cultures and global society with the acquisition of advanced foreign language and communication skills and knowledge about global diversity and mobility, will equip you with transferable intercultural skills that are highly valued in today’s globalised job market. 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.
Key features
Complete a session-long overseas experience
Undertake a session-long, in-country study program to enhance your learning within global environments. Discover a country’s culture in addition to learning a language
Be proficient in your target language and gain knowledge of the society and culture of the countries where that language is spoken. 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.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Aid and development officer
Biodiversity informatics adviser
Bioprospector
Conservation policymaker
Ecosystems scientist
Environmental and social impact assessor
Environmental or geotechnical consultant
International business manager
International law consultant
Marketing manager
Natural resource manager
Policy adviser
Public sector adviser
Research scientist
Teacher (after further study)
Tourism and travel consultant
Transnational business or corporations consultant
Transnational or global communications officer
Wildlife manager
Zoo captive breeding programs manager
Employers
Agricultural agencies
Australian Museum
Banks and financial institutions
Conservation agencies
Consulting firms
Environmental and conservation groups
Environmental protection agencies
Fisheries and forestry agencies
Government agencies and departments
International public sector
Multinational corporations
NGOs
National Parks and Wildlife Service
Research institutes
State forest and national park authorities
Tourism and hospitality sector
Transnational communications sector
United Nations
Universities
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.