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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. Innovative in its approach to understanding contemporary social, urban and environmental issues in urban and regional planning, the Bachelor of Planning focuses on recognising the social and cultural diversity of places, and the importance of cross-cultural approaches to research, plan-making and impact assessment. It will not only prepare you for a career in planning in which you have the power to shape more liveable and sustainable futures, but will also give you a distinctive edge among your peers.

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. Broaden your knowledge and skill set

Learn about the cultural, economic, environmental and social dimensions of planning, with a focus on urban management. Embrace the principles of inclusiveness, equity and diversity

Study at a uni that recognises and honours Dharug Country, the land on which our campus is located.

Career Outcomes

Professions

Biodiversity informatics adviser

Bioprospector

Conservation policymaker

Development assessor

Ecosystems scientist

Environmental and social impact assessor

Environmental or geotechnical consultant

Environmental planner

Housing officer

Natural resource manager

Placemaker or place planner

Policy analyst

Research scientist

Social or community planner

Social or environmental consultant

Strategic planner

Sustainability consultant

Urban or regional planner

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

National Parks and Wildlife Service

Planning and urban development organisations

Research institutes

Residential developers

State forest and national park authorities

Water and resource management companies