Environmental management focuses on the complexity of environmental issues that are facing society today, including the interrelationships between humans and their environments, population growth, the increasing development and consumption of resources, waste management and pollution, climate change and the urgent need for a more sustainable future.

This major will give you a solid grounding in the role of environmental management, its key principles, concepts and approaches, and its importance in a global society. By focusing on real-world problems and case studies, you’ll gain in-depth knowledge and understanding of the dynamic interplay between different physical, social, political, economic and cultural drivers, as well as skills in sourcing, analysing and integrating different forms of information. You’ll be well placed to investigate environmental management issues and apply high-level skills to contribute to the development of innovative solutions that address current and future global environmental challenges.

Key Features

• You’ll have access to modern facilities designed to foster collaboration and cutting-edge scientific research.
• The mix of theoretical and practical components covering human and biophysical aspects will enable you to apply your knowledge and skills in a diverse range of roles.
• You’ll learn how to apply for scientific-based jobs and prepare for interviews; and you’ll develop presentation, project management and other critical skills that will increase your employability and help you secure your dream career. 
• In your final year, you’ll undertake a work-integrated learning activity with a partner organisation to help prepare you for real workplace scenarios.
• Macquarie is one of only two universities to be given the top rating of five for environmental sciences research in all three Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) evaluations.
• Macquarie is ranked number one in Sydney for teaching quality and overall graduate satisfaction in science (QILT, 2017).

• Environmental consultant
• Environmental manager
• Environmental policy officer
• Environmental sustainability officer
• Land care and catchment manager
• Local council environmental officer
• National parks manager
• Researcher
• Resource manager
• Spatial information officer