Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Environmental Science
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Environmental Science
With this double degree, you can tackle environmental issues with knowledge across both engineering and science. With specialist skills in the social, applied and natural sciences, you’ll be well prepared to find solutions to pressing environmental issues. With a strong practical focus, you’ll develop skills in the planning, design, management,…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
With this double degree, you can tackle environmental issues with knowledge across both engineering and science. With specialist skills in the social, applied and natural sciences, you’ll be well prepared to find solutions to pressing environmental issues.
With a strong practical focus, you’ll develop skills in the planning, design, management, construction and maintenance of engineering projects as well as a solid foundation in biological, physical and social sciences and critical analysis.
This is your opportunity to make a real difference to the big environmental issues facing the planet, bringing a fresh perspective and proven skills to the challenges ahead.
Industry and expert connections
From year one, you’ll be learning from industry experts and like-minded teachers. Hands-on experience is key to this double degree, and in your final year you can enhance your knowledge through an industry-based project or placement.
Graduate outcomes
You’ll have several options available when you graduate as either an engineer or an environmental scientist. This degree could lead to a career in civil, environmental, mechanical or electrical engineering. Your environmental science degree will offer up rewarding careers such as an environmental officer, environmental consultant, wildlife biologist, conservation ecologist or environmental chemist.
Majors
Changes effective for students commencing from Trimester 2 2020 onwards:
Engineering: Civil Engineering; Electronic Engineering; Environmental Engineering; Mechanical Engineering.
Environmental Science: Ecology and Conservation; Environmental Management; Soil and Water Science; Urban Environments.
Flexibility
Tailor your timetable – Even if you study full-time on-campus, you may still be able to customise your degree to suit your needs. From a range of tutorial times to online access to lectures and other course material, we’re here to help you fit study in with your work and life commitments.
Global mobility
Students may be eligible to do an international field trip, organised by the academic staff. This may count towards a component of the degree. Visit Go Global Griffith for more information.
MY CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Key employment sectors: Environmental science; Engineering; Conservation; Manufacturing; Government.
Potential job outcomes: Civil engineer; Environmental engineer; Environmental officer; Wildlife biologist; Conservation ecologist; Environmental chemist.
REQUIREMENTS
Standard academic entry to our undergraduate degrees requires completion of secondary school comparable to Australian Year 12 or equivalent academic achievement.
The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:
- A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
- OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL
- OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
- OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
- OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
- OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Griffith University is ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide and strives to create a brighter future for all by prioritising innovation and social impact. We are committed to providing international students with quality education, guidance, and support. With Australia’s most awarded teachers, Griffith University offers a full suite of undergraduate, postgraduate and research degrees in areas including architecture, construction, and planning; business and government; criminology and law; education; engineering, IT and aviation; humanities, languages and social science; medicine, dentistry and health; music and performing arts; science and environment; visual and creative arts.