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Bachelor of Environmental Science and Sustainability and Environment
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
- Melbourne, Australia
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A four-year double degree combining environmental science with sustainability and policy.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop discipline-specific knowledge and practical skills in Environmental Science and Sustainability and Environment. Apply relevant theories
- Methods
- And tools to academic and professional problems. Communicate evidence-based findings and solutions effectively. Prepare for further study or employment related to Environmental Science and Sustainability and Environment.
Career outcomes
- Commonwealth
- State and local governments
- Environment-related agencies
- Environmental and sustainability consulting
- Community and advocacy organisations
- Corporate sustainability
Curriculum
- Year one covers environmental science fundamentals and sustainability concepts
- Environmental philosophy and politics
- Year two covers the hydrosphere
- Ecology and conservation and building relationships with First Peoples
- Later years add minors
- Work placement and a final project. Four years full-time.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completion of Australian Year 12 (VCE) or an equivalent qualification with a course-specific minimum average (65% on most pages
- Up to 85% for some)
- Plus prerequisites or selection tasks for some courses. RMIT Foundation Studies or a relevant diploma can also qualify.
Accepted academic background
Senior secondary (Year 12) equivalent.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge 176
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Graduation certificate when applicable
- Passport copy
- English proficiency evidence
- Financial documentation
- Program-specific supporting materials when required.
How to apply
- Check entry requirements and the deadline (3 March 2027 for Semester 1) on the course page. Apply online through RMIT's Application Portal (VTAC for Year 12 or IB applicants)
- Directly or through an agent. AUD 100 application fee for listed countries. Upload transcripts
- Graduation certificates
- English test evidence
- Passport and any selection-task documents. Complete any selection task or interview. Accept the offer and pay the deposit stated in the offer letter (may include OSHC). Get the Confirmation of Enrolment and apply for a student visa (subclass 500) with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $42,626 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | $5,000 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Melbourne City |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | STEM College |
| Department | Department of Health and Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 384 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT University) may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
3 Mar 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 3 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $42,626 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The deposit is $5,000 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge 176.