Bachelor of Science (Natural Resources) B.Sc (NR)

2009

Program Outline

Students interested in helping to save the planet should consider this program, which provides an understanding of how science relates to the sustainable use of the environment in a uniquely Australian context. Students learn about the systems and processes associated with the ecological management of the natural resources of land, soil and water and will have the opportunity to develop skills in surveying resources, integrated resource planning and monitoring, re-vegetation and landscape restoration.

The communication and social skills that students develop will allow them to work effectively in the interface between rural and environmental groups/agencies in roles such as change implementation, liaison and conflict resolution.

The program provides students with the opportunity to specialise in a particular discipline area and at the same time gain a broad education in the natural resource sciences. Practicals and fieldwork are an important feature of the program.

Program Structure

The first year of this program involves core courses in biology, geology, ecology and statistics. This basic knowledge is built upon in the second year with courses in soils, spatial information, ecology and a number of electives such as Botany, Zoology and Environmental Impact Assessment. In the third year, students can specialise in two of three streams: Land and Water Management, Conservation and Wildlife Ecology and Environmental Geoscience.

Admission Information

Domestic applicants

Not a domestic applicant?

2008 CSP IB	27
SATAC Code	324471
2008 CSP TER	71.65
HESS group	General
Annual tuition fees	Commonwealth-supported place: $7,412
Mid-year entry?	Yes
Enquiries	Student Centre

Selection Criteria

Year 12 applicants

You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study (48 units). You compete for a place with your Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER).

Assumed Knowledge

SACE Stage 2 Chemistry, Mathematical Studies

Alternative entry pathways

• Higher Education applicants
  You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent university study. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA.
• VET applicants
  You must have completed an AQF Certificate IV or above. Your application will be ranked according to the level of the award.
• Special Entry applicants
  You must meet the following criteria: you must be 21 years or over on January 1st of the year that you will be studying*, you must not hold a completed higher education level award, and if you have been enrolled in a course leading to a higher education level award in the last 3 years, you must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is weighted such that the verbal component contributes 40% and the quantitative component contributes 60% to your overall score. Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements may also contribute to your rank. If you submit a PC or EE statement, and one of these ranks higher than your STAT score, then the highest ranking statement will contribute 50% to your overall rank and the STAT will contribute the remaining 50%. If you do not submit a PC or EE statement, or if the statements have a lower rank than the STAT, then you will compete for a place on the basis of your STAT result only. *The age restriction is 19 years or over if you have completed either the Flinders Foundation course or the UniSA Foundation Studies program or the UniSA Program for Adult Learners. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
• Without formal qualifications?
  You may be eligible for our special access schemes.

How to Apply

SATAC Code: 324471

Apply through SATAC SATAC application dates Application and Admission

International applicants

Not an international applicant?

International TER	80
IELTS Total	6 [more info]
Annual tuition fees	International student place: $22,000
Mid-year entry?	No
Enquiries	Student Centre

Selection Criteria

Assumed Knowledge

Chemistry and Mathematics desirable

Equivalent Scores

International TER	80
IELTS Total Reading Listening Speaking Writing	6 5.5 5.5 6 6

How to Apply

Application information for international students

Important application deadlines for international students

International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?

International TER	80
Annual tuition fees	International student place: $22,000
Mid-year entry?	No
Enquiries	Student Centre

Selection Criteria

Assumed Knowledge

SACE Stage 2 Chemistry, Mathematical Studies

Study Plans

The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Career Opportunities

Many employment opportunities exist, including roles such as:

• Ecologist
• Environmental consultant
• Landcare coordinator
• Pastoral land management planner
• Policy officer in local council government
• Rangelands research officer
• Scientific officer
• Water planning officer.

Potential careers

Land Resources and Land Care, Life Scientist, National Parks / Ranger, Natural Resource Manager, Natural Resource Planner, Catchment Management, Parks Management, Consultant, Policy Adviser, Ecologist, Project Officer, Education Officer / Educator, Environmental Biologist, Remote Sensing and GIS, Research Assistant, Environmental Consultant, Research Associates, Research Scientist, Environmental Management, Resource Management, Environmental Project Officer, Resource Manager, ...

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