The University of Queensland

Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Undertake a research apprenticeship at Australia’s highest-ranked university for research in environmental sciences.

Open up pathways to further research, postgraduate study options and exciting career opportunities by undertaking an additional year of study to obtain your honours in environmental science.

During your honours year, you'll work under the guidance of a researcher to pursue an independent research project in an area of interest.

Learn how to research the environment, apply your critical thinking skills and communicate and present your results.

Depending on the nature of your research project, you can also undertake fieldwork in diverse subtropical and tropical ecosystems, including World Heritage rainforests, the Great Barrier Reef, North Stradbroke Island and outback Australia.

Delivery mode

The University of Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Bachelor of Environmental Science (or equivalent), with:

  • a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale, and
  • a GPA of at least 4.5 for 8 units of courses at level 3 or higher relevant to the honours project, and
  • have secured an honours project and supervisor, and
  • satisfied any additional requirements set by the head of school.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $8,300 $48,160 Fees are based on full-time study.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $8,300 $48,160

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours) will prepare you for the following roles.

About The University of Queensland

The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions. We strive for excellence through the creation, preservation, transfer and application of knowledge. For more than a century, we have educated and worked with outstanding people to deliver knowledge leadership for a better world.

Our core purpose is to deliver for the public good through excellence in education, research and engagement with our communities and partners: local, national and global.

At UQ, we offer rich and varied educational experiences that are designed to foster a sense of belonging, while equipping our students to be leaders within their field with the agility to thrive in a global environment.