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Environment and sustainability
Study area
Conserve wildlife and plants, study marine ecosystems or help with environmental education. Our environment and sustainability courses will give you the skills and knowledge to build a better future for our planet.
#207 university worldwide
#112 in the world for sustainability
World leader in environmental science research
Industry experts shape every Deakin course
Award-winning uni career service
Award-winning uni career service
Find an environment and sustainability degree
Our range of specialised courses will help you gain the skills needed to solve global environmental issues. Graduate with the knowledge and professional networks needed to meet your full career potential.
Looking for a degree that will prepare you for the workplace?
Choose to study with the #1 university in Victoria for graduate employment. When you study environment and sustainability at Deakin you will gain the skills employers want, while learning with the latest technologies and equipment.
Learn in nature
Step out of the classroom and into nature. Gain practical experience through field activities like coastal planning, wildlife surveying and more – building the skills employers value.
World-class facilities
Enjoy access to the Geographic Information Systems lab, wildlife tracking technology and underwater vehicles that beam images of marine plants and animals from the sea floor.
Internship or placement
Go on an internship or work placement during your studies and build invaluable industry connections. You can complete placements in government, as well as a range of high-profile organisations.
Pathways to Deakin
Did you know you can study with Deakin from your home country? Complete part of your studies at a partner institution and earn credit towards a Deakin degree or transfer to postgraduate study in Australia. You can also study on campus in Australia with local students at Deakin College, providing you with a guaranteed pathway to Deakin University.
Undergraduate pathways
Complete the first one to two years of your bachelor degree at a partner university. You will earn credit towards a Deakin degree that you complete in Australia.
- Bachelor of Environmental Science – Royal Institute of Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Bachelor of Environmental Science (Environmental Management and Sustainability) – Hubei University (contact Deakin China for more information)
Start your journey with Deakin College
Take the first step towards your dream degree at Deakin College. Based on campus, Deakin College provides a supportive and smooth pathway to a world-class degree at Deakin University. Successfully complete the Diploma of Science and transition directly into a second-year bachelor degree.
Postgraduate pathways
Complete the first three to three and a half years of a Bachelor of Technology at Vellore Institute of Technology or Manipal Institute of Technology in India. You can then transfer to the Master of Sustainability (Professional) in Australia.
Professional recognition
After graduating you can gain professional recognition by becoming a Certified Environmental Practitioner through the Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand.
Strong employment outcomes
With millions of jobs emerging in climate change mitigation, turn your passion for the environment into a promising career.
Sustainability specialists rank among the top 25 fastest-growing jobs worldwide,^^ making this a high-impact, high-growth field.
Our environment graduates have found exciting and diverse employment opportunities to work in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors across a range of fields, including:
- wildlife conservation and management
- environmental management and sustainability
- fisheries and aquaculture
- marine biology
- agriculture and natural resources management.
Ranked #112 in the world for sustainability
Study with the best at Deakin. We are ranked #112 globally for sustainability. This rating highlights our world-class facilities, academic reputation, employer reputation and research impact.
When I first visited Deakin, I was warmly welcomed and surrounded with positivity. Staff were friendly and helped with my questions about my course. It was such a relief when I figured out my future career path in such a great environment.
Bachelor of Environmental Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology)
Exceptional teaching experiences
Deakin’s world-class research and strong industry connections will help prepare you for your future career.
A thriving research culture
Deakin supports one of the world's most prestigious environmental and marine science research programs. Work alongside leading ecologists tackling climate change, habitat loss and disease to protect Australia’s vulnerable flora and fauna.
Links with industry
We design our environment and sustainability degrees in consultation with industry. Our staff have relationships with government departments and organisations, such as Parks Victoria, helping you to build your professional network.
Why study in Australia?
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Cost of studying in Australia
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^^World Economic Forum's 'Future of Jobs Report' 2025.
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