Key information
Start dates
March
July
Delivery mode*
In person
(Bedford Park)
Help solve climate, water and land challenges
Environmental scientists are needed across Australia to tackle climate change, water quality, habitat loss and sustainability. This degree prepares you to work in government, consultancy, conservation, research, or industry—with hands-on skills and field-ready experience.
Environmental Scientist
Protect, monitor and manage our natural systems.
As an environmental scientist, you’ll use your knowledge of ecology, climate and human systems to study and improve the health of our environment.
From soil and water to air and biodiversity, your work could involve impact assessments, field monitoring, or environmental planning.
Employed across state and local government, consultancies, and resource management agencies.
Environmental Consultant
Give expert advice that shapes sustainable outcomes.
Work with businesses, developers or governments to assess environmental risks and advise on mitigation, restoration or compliance. You’ll interpret scientific data and guide real-world decisions - whether that’s a mine site rehabilitation or a new housing development.
Sources: Jobs and Skills Australia, 2024 | Seek Australia, 2024
Water Quality Analyst
Test and monitor water systems for safety, pollution, and sustainability. Great for students interested in chemistry and public health.
Sustainability Officer
Help organisations reduce waste, cut emissions and report on environmental performance. Perfect for students who enjoy strategy and data.
Conservation Officer
Work in parks or with wildlife agencies to protect biodiversity. A hands-on role suited to those who love being outdoors.
Learn from the experts.
Our incredible teaching and professional staff are experts in their fields and well-connected to the industry.
Frequently asked questions.
Over the years, many questions have been asked by students before. For the quickest answers view our frequently asked questions or browse the full list @ Ask Flinders.
It’s the study of the natural world and how we interact with it—covering areas like ecology, climate change, pollution, and sustainability.
Absolutely. You’ll go on field trips, complete lab work, and have the chance to do a research project or industry placement in your final year.
You don’t need to be a chemistry whiz! The degree includes chemistry and maths fundamentals relevant to environmental science, and you’ll be supported as you go.
Yes—many environmental science roles include fieldwork. You could be collecting water samples, studying vegetation, or monitoring wildlife.
Not at all. The course structure lets you explore different areas before focusing in on what interests you most.
Yes. With field methods, analytical tools, and a final-year placement or project, you’ll have both the knowledge and the practical experience employers are looking for.
- Applications are completed via SATAC
- Visit: satac.edu.au
The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2025. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.
Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published
| ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds | ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors | Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 95.20 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 76.17 | 80.42 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 57.75 | 61.00 |
| Applicant background (Semester 1, 2025) | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course) | 44 | 37% |
| Vocational education and training (VET) study | 5 | 4% |
| Work and life experience | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points) | 28 | 24% |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test) | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways) | 17 | 14% |
| International Students | 18 | 15% |
| All students | 118 | 100% |
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