Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Biodiversity and Conservation
Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Biodiversity and Conservation
Summary The Bachelor of Science is for those excited by discovery and who question the norm. You’ll learn from world-renowned researchers who are addressing the big issues facing our global society, such as the changing environment, future materials and fuels, and biotechnology. You’ll be able to study complementary disciplines or…
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Summary
The Bachelor of Science is for those excited by discovery and who question the norm. You’ll learn from world-renowned researchers who are addressing the big issues facing our global society, such as the changing environment, future materials and fuels, and biotechnology. You’ll be able to study complementary disciplines or non-science units that feed your curiosity. And you’ll be part of a community that has led many significant initiatives in recent years, including early climate change research, photonics, evolutionary biology and groundbreaking research in earth’s crustal systems. 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
Gain foundational skills relevant to future workforce needs
Acquire in-depth knowledge in your chosen area, as well as skills in mathematics, statistics or coding. 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 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
Banking and finance manager
Biodiversity informatics adviser
Bioprospector
Conservation policymaker
Ecosystems scientist
Entrepreneur
Environmental and social impact assessor
Environmental or geotechnical consultant
Government adviser
Natural resource manager
Policy adviser
Project manager
Research and development manager
Research scientist
Science communication officer
Science regulator
Scientific researcher
Wildlife manager
Zoo captive breeding programs manager
Employers
Agricultural agencies
Australian Museum
Conservation agencies
Environmental and conservation groups
Environmental protection agencies
Fisheries and forestry agencies
Government agencies and departments
Hospitals
Mining companies
National Parks and Wildlife Service
Research institutes
State forest and national park authorities
Technology and telecommunications companies
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.