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Never before has there been greater demand for skilled graduates to solve existing and emerging environmental problems.
This area of study draws upon a range of science areas and applies a scientific approach to responsible management of the earth’s resources now and into the future.
Graduates will be equipped to step into a career in a multitude of areas including: management of water resources or biodiversity, creation and implementation of new policy
directions and hands-on, field-based roles. Prospective employers include: private consultants, resource based companies, government departments and the research sector.
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Resource and Environmental Management in action:
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| Consultants advising industry on how to reduce environmental impacts |
| Field worker identifying habitat requirements for endangered species |
| Project officer restoring and rehabilitating a river system |
| Agricultural adviser helping farmers to manage erosion |
Studying Resource and Environmental Management
Resource and environmental management can be studied as a major or minor is within the Bachelor of Science; or as a minor only in the Associate Degree
in Applied Sciences.
Each subject area within the program includes theoretical discussion and an appropriate mix of laboratory analyses, fieldwork and reporting requirements. The
regional location allows immediate access to a huge range of environmental sites. Students may choose to support their major or minor with studies in other scientific
disciplines including biology, chemistry and statistics.
| Topic areas within the Resource and Environmental Management major |
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Level one
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The dynamic environment
Resource management issues
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Level two
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Conservation of biological resources
Soil science
Biology and biodiversity
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Level three
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Natural area management
Atmospheric processes
Global resources and energy
Environmental management
Waste management and remediation
Geographical Information Science for environmental management
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Careers
Examples
- Environmental officer
- Environmental planner
- Land care project manager
- Environmental scientist
- Fire management officer
- Park ranger
- Natural resource manager
- Water catchment management officer
- Pest control officer
- Waste management consultant
- Biodiversity researcher
- Sustainability officer
Graduate Career Profiles
Research in the school
Current postgraduate students in the school who are working in resource and environmental management are studying topics such as:
- The success of conservation plantings in agricultural areas
- Methods for habitat restoration and rehabilitation
- The impact of timber harvesting on bird fauna
- The development of methods for monitoring water quality
- The effect of fire on biodiversity and water quality
- Urban air quality
Research Profiles
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