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Unit Set Information

Environmental Management and Conservation Biology Major

Effective from 01-JAN-2025 : Code MAAALS

Environmental management is concerned with the management of how human societies interact with, and impact, the environment, while conservation biology is the study of biodiversity with the goal of devising management strategies to preserve both plant and animal species and their biological communities. This major combines these two critical areas, focusing on the multidisciplinary nature of environmental management, and on the knowledge and skills required to understand the significance of biodiversity and why it is in decline worldwide. Students gain a grounding in the biological and physical aspects of the environment, and the knowledge and skills used in its management, including sustainable management of natural and rehabilitated areas and urban landscapes. They also develop the ability to analyse complex interplays between humans and the natural world, and devise approaches to tackle important conservation issues.

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This Major can be studied in the following courses:

• Bachelor of Science

Mode of Delivery

On Campus at South West (Bunbury)

Unit Set Coordinator

Dr Maria MARIN-ESTRELLA

Learning Outcomes

1. Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical situations related to environmental management and conservation biology.
2. Analyse experimental and field data using a range of scientific approaches.
3. Formulate hypotheses and design and undertake experiments to generate solutions to environmental management and conservation biology problems.
4. Synthesise relevant information from multiple sources using experimental and digital technologies.
5. Communicate disciplinary knowledge and values in professional and public contexts.
6. Incorporate diverse perspectives into scientific practice, applying a global outlook and including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural perspectives.
7. Work collaboratively with others, encompassing social, sustainable and ethical values into scientific and professional practice.
8. Take responsibility for own learning and professional practice.

Related Careers

Environmental Officer, Biodiversity Manager, Environmental Consultant, Conservation Biologist, Botanist, Catchment Officer, Natural Resource Officer, Environmental Management Officer, Wildlife Conservation Worker, Conservation Field Officer, Land Management Officer, Environmental Consultant, Landcare Officer, Environmental Educator, Coastcare Officer, Marine Park Ranger, National Park Ranger, Bushland Crew Leader, Park Planner, Sanctuary Manager, Ecotourism Officer, Biodiversity Manager, Botanist, Conservation Biologist, Wildlife Conservation Worker, Sanctuary Manager, Natural Resource Officer, Biologist, Bushland Supervisor, Zoologist

Employment Opportunities

The strong management focus of this course prepares graduates for careers in government agencies, non-government organisations, and industries which deal with conservation of biodiversity, environmental impact assessment and management of activities, environmental planning and the management and rehabilitation of specific ecosystems (such as wetlands, forests, coastlines and arid regions) or species conservation programs. Students benefit from a learning environment inspired by world class research academics with strong industry, NGO and government links.

Major Structure

Note: Students with ATAR Chemistry (or equivalent) should enroll in SCC1111 General Chemistry or SCC1250 Inorganic Chemistry in place of SCC1123 Chemistry for the Life Sciences.

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