Bachelor of Biodiversity and Conservation and Bachelor of Social Science
Bachelor of Biodiversity and Conservation and Bachelor of Social Science
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 Social Science will help you gain insights into the…
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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 Social Science will help you gain insights into the science of people, places and social problems. With the skills you’ll develop in social research and applied social science, you’ll be prepared to make valuable contributions to some of the world’s biggest issues.
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. Combine your learning with practical and professional experience
Undertake an internship with one of our research partners and get on-the-job training and the chance to work on a research project. Acquire the knowledge and skills employers want
Study a degree co-designed by government departments, community groups, activist organisations and trade unions.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Academic
Advocate or lobbyist
Biodiversity informatics adviser
Bioprospector
Change agent or manager
Conservation policymaker
Criminal justice and corrections consultant
Development assessor
Ecosystems scientist
Environmental and social impact assessor
Environmental or geotechnical consultant
Journalist
Market or social researcher
Natural resource manager
Policy analyst
Private sector consultant
Research scientist
Wildlife manager
Youth worker
Zoo captive breeding programs manager
Employers
Agricultural agencies
Australian Museum
Businesses and corporations
Charitable organisations
Community service providers
Conservation agencies
Consulting firms
Educational institutions
Environmental and conservation groups
Environmental protection agencies
Fisheries and forestry agencies
Government agencies and departments
Humanitarian aid, health and development agencies
NGOs
National Parks and Wildlife Service
Research institutes
Speech technology research companies
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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