Break traditional disciplinary boundaries and address the most pressing issue of the new century: environmental changes and the ways in which people might respond and adapt to them. This unique program combines science, policymaking and social change to give you the skills and knowledge to become a leader in sustainability and help protect our natural environment. Through the combination of classroom work, laboratory work and fieldwork you will gain an understanding of both scientific and social theory. You will engage in a number of real-life projects that provide you with the practical experience to reconsider theoretical concepts. Make a positive difference in a career that will strive to protect many of the world’s precious ecosystems, as well as shape the future of humanity. Electives and program structure Year 1 You’ll cover the fundamentals of the environmental sciences as well as the history and philosophy of contemporary environmental movements. Year 2 You’ll study social science courses that inform sustainability practices. You’ll be introduced to key economic concepts, to how environment systems work and to how they might be better managed. You'll have the opportunity to study at a university in north-west Europe where progressive environmental practices have been widely adopted, or in Asian countries such as China and Vietnam where there is a need to adopt such practices. Year 3 You will engage in policy formulation, writing and implementation, and learn about environmental and natural resource management. You can specialize in either applied chemistry, ecology or geospatial science. Year 4 Your skills and knowledge will come together through client-based projects, field-based projects and a work placement centered on real-life environmental issues. Choose from electives in substantive environment sub-fields such as agriculture, catchment management, planning and ecotourism. You’ll also have the opportunity for project work in Vietnam. Careers scientist policymaker environmental advocate and activist environmental manager sustainability manager sustainability consultant environmental protection officer environmental policy officer community education officer. Pathway options You can gain entry into the Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Environment and Society from RMIT Foundation Studies or a range of vocational study programs. Further study When you successfully complete this program, you may be eligible for entry into an RMIT Honours or Postgraduate program.