Charles Darwin University
Bachelor of Science (Ecology)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Bachelor of Science will allow you to explore your curiosity and passion for knowledge within your chosen scientific field. Your study options are flexible and diverse with a focus on professional experience in various sciences including biologist, ecologist, spatial scientist, biomedical scientist, chemist, or in other science fields. You will combine academic studies with practical learning in distinctive environments and communities of northern Australia, and their associated challenges in environmental management.
You will strengthen your problem-solving, logical and critical thinking skills, apply an understanding of scientific and technological factors, and consider issues from various cultural, economic and other societal perspectives throughout your studies helping you to approach tasks informed and confident. You will be able to demonstrate and apply an understanding of their chosen areas of science, including concepts, theories and principles to practise in real situations.
Delivery mode
Charles Darwin University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
- Ellengowan Drive, Brinkin, NT
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR 60.00 or equivalent
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Science (Ecology) will prepare you for the following roles.
Ecologist
An Ecologist studies the relationships between organisms and their environments, focusing on ecosystems, biodiversity, and natural resource managem...
Environmental Consultant
An Environmental Consultant provides advice on environmental issues to businesses, organisations and government departments. You might look at curr...
Wildlife Biologist
A Wildlife Biologist studies and manages animal species and their habitats in the natural environment. You might work in national parks, wildlife r...
Conservation Researcher
A Conservation Researcher studies ecosystems and wildlife to inform conservation efforts. You may work with non-profits or government agencies, foc...
Ecology Consultant
An Ecology Consultant is responsible for providing expert advice on ecological matters, conducting environmental assessments, and developing strate...
About Charles Darwin University
CDU ranked 91st in the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia-Pacific University Ranking 2019. The Ranking features 35 Australian universities, with CDU placing 29th among them. The Ranking analysed more than 300 universities across 13 nations in East Asia, Southeast Asia and Oceania.
As a leading cross-sectoral institution, CDU is well placed to help students become 'future-ready' workers who co-develop digital knowledge, skills and mindsets to both meet their personal needs and interests and prepare them for a world of constant change.
CDU students will value lifelong and life-wide learning and understand that learning occurs anywhere, anytime and through varied experiences. Throughout their studies, our students will build essential skills for success in academic pursuits, their work and their lives beyond CDU.
