Why study the environment in Australia? Well, if you are considering entering this field, it is probably because you believe in protecting and enjoying it. This should give you one big reason to come to Australia—the opportunity to experience first-hand all kinds of natural wonders and a bewildering variety of ecosystems. These range from the coral reefs and tropical forests of Queensland, to the desert landscapes of the Northern Territory, all the way down to the neighbouring Antarctic in the south.
Tailor your degree to suit your interests
So, what type of course should you look for? As awareness of the human impact on the environment increases and the idea of sustainability gains popular ground, more and more professions are finding room for environmental specialists. Journalism, engineering, and urban and town planning are part of this trend. So if you want to study the environment, one option is to take an environmental specialisation within a professional degree.
If your interest is exclusively in environmental studies, there are courses in conservation biology, resource management, parks management, environmental policy and coastal management. There are also emerging niches such as ecotourism.
Vocational education and training (VET) institutions also provide you with a good selection of specialisations which will give you practical skills and knowledge.
Advance your career with postgraduate studies
VET postgraduate qualifications are becoming increasingly common too. Look for the graduate certificate in ecologically sustainable development at selected VET institutes.
You will find lots of postgraduate coursework courses at university. Just like VET courses, they are geared towards vocational training and career preparation or advancement. Graduate certificates and diplomas are offered in environmental law, environmental education and wildlife management.
Or, you could join in cutting-edge research in sustainable water use, responses to climate change, or clean energy production.
If this is the field for you, seize the chance to pursue your ambitions among the world’s best researchers, teachers and environmental wonders.
Use our Search function to find a list of Australian institutions offering qualifications in this field.