Protect the species and ecosystems that hold the key to our planet’s survival

Our Environment and Marine courses combine general science subjects with specialist study in areas such as aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, plant physiology, biodiversity conservation, wildlife management and environmental protection, among others.

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Why study Environmental Science?

Our Environment and Marine courses combine general science subjects with specialist study in areas such as aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, plant physiology, biodiversity conservation, wildlife management and environmental protection, among others. Depending on your choice of degree, you’ll also build highly practical skills in areas like urban resilience, geographic information systems and remote sensing.

These degrees will prepare you to work at the forefront of environmental protection and remediation where qualified scientists are more in demand than ever. 

In the face of a global climate crisis, environmental science expertise is increasingly in demand. The Master of Science (Environmental Consultancy and Conservation) is a leading postgraduate environmental restoration course. It combines advanced scientific training and fieldwork with fundamental management skills, preparing you for consulting and leadership roles across this critical area of practice.

At UTS, you’ll learn to identify and mitigate a range of ecological challenges, as well as to rehabilitate the marine and terrestrial environments that are crucial to the health of our planet. You’ll gain theoretical and hands-on experience with coastal protection, land contamination mitigation, wildlife handling and water quality testing and analysis, among others, and you can also tailor your studies through your choice of general or specialist management electives.

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Get your boots muddy — or your feet wet — with leading UTS Science degrees in environmental and marine biology. You’ll combine extensive fieldwork experience with scientific training and support from leading environmental practitioners, preparing you for consulting and leadership roles in an uncertain climate future. Benefit from industry connections through co-designed curriculum, guest lectures and seminar series, and industry-relevant projects.

Environmental Science video

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The academics at UTS are really passionate about the environment and that flows through in our curriculum.


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It's industry informed, there's lots of hands on opportunities to do lab and field work and you can really see that their research comes through in what the students learn.


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Students get to work with enthusiastic, passionate academics and researchers that are world class and are tackling the big problems around the world.


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I think UTS is preparing me for what I want to do, which is being a marine scientist and preparing me well for being able to study marine habitats and actually make a difference later on.


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Well, it's all about generating knowledge and creating awareness for the public.


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If no one knows the issues going on, there is no chance of fixing it.


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So it's really important for marine scientists to take a stand, educate everyone and generate this passion for the environment.

Related study areas

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Our Food Science courses emphasise technology and innovation, helping you build hands-on skills to succeed. You’ll graduate ready to revolutionise our food systems, processes and production, creating a better, tastier world.

Our Science degrees go beyond the textbook, giving you hands-on learning, industry connections and practical experience that will help you launch and succeed in your science career.

Help shape today’s youth into tomorrow’s leaders. Delivered at a postgraduate level, our programs blend research, theory and pedagogical best practice with hands-on learning through practical placements.

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