Bachelor of Environmental Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Science

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Description

The Bachelor of Environmental Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Science combined degree is for those who are interested in understanding the world around us and how it works. Environmental engineers apply their knowledge of chemistry, geomechanics, hydrology and land surface processes to find solutions for complex environmental problems, such as water pollution and soil erosion. They are responsible for developing sustainable engineering practices that have a profound impact on our health and quality of life. You will learn from leading researchers who will guide you through a tailored program, specifically designed to give you the skills that employers are seeking. You will be able to follow your passion, and our guidance and mentoring will give you the confidence to know you are heading where you want to go with your career. You will begin the important process of establishing critical professional networks, and you will have authentic opportunities to work with industry whilst you study. This combined program gives you the practical skills to contribute new solutions to the many challenges we face.

The Earth Sciences major is the only Bachelor of Science major available in this program.

Program learning outcomes

Details

Admission information

Credit transfer

Compulsory program requirements

Academic requirements for program completion

Total units required

400 units

Program duration

5 years full-time or part-time equivalent up to 12 years maximum.

Program requirements

For all combined programs and in accordance with the Program Management Procedure Manual - Coursework, the Core and minimum requirements for each single degree component must be met in each combined program. This has been done economically, exploiting overlaps where possible, so that accreditation of either program is not compromised.

The Bachelor of Environmental Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Science is a five year program, students are required to complete 400 units, which is comprised of:

• 290 units of Core courses;
• 10 units of project courses;
• 10 units from the Environmental Engineering course list; 
• 70 units of courses for the Major (10 units of Core courses also count towards the major for a total of 80 units):
  • 40 units of Compulsory courses
  • 10 units from the course list taken at the 2000 level; 
  • 20 units from the course list taken at the 3000 level; and
• 20 units of Elective courses.

The Earth Sciences Major is the only Bachelor of Science Major available in this combined program. 

Electives

An Elective gives students the opportunity to broaden their skills and knowledge in their own or another engineering discipline; or specialise in areas such as business, maths or science; or undertake study overseas. 

Step out Information

The program has a duration of 5 years full time (or part time equivalent). It is possible for a student to 'step out' with a single degree award only and not complete the combined program they are enrolled in. In order to do this, a student would be required to complete all the single degree requirements for their preferred degree and may be required to complete any omitted courses that are not included in the combined degree.

• Bachelor of Science Compulsory course GEOS2161 Spatial Science (10 units) has been omitted from the Earth Sciences Major in lieu of Core course SURV3650 GIS and Remove Sensing (10 units).
• Bachelor of Science Core course STAT1070 Statistics for the Sciences (10 units) has been omitted from the program in lieu of Core course ENGG2100 Engineering Risk and Uncertainty (10 units). 
• Bachelor of Science Core courses SCIE3001A Transdisciplinary Capstone: Planning & Implementing (10 units) and SCIE3001B Transdisciplinary Capstone: Implementing & Communicating (10 units) have been omitted from the program in lieu of Core courses CIVL4591 Environmental Engineering Project 1 (10 units) and CIVL4601 Environmental Engineering Project 2 (10 units).

A student wishing to 'step out' with a single degree from this combined program should contact their Program Convenor or Program Advisor (ProgramAdvice@newcastle.edu.au) for further information.

Mathematics Pathways 

Students who do not meet the enrolment requisite for MATH1110 must take MATH1002 Foundational Studies in Mathematics. For these students, MATH1002 will count for 10 units of Electives. Students undertaking this pathway will need to be aware of the 1000 level unit restrictions when enrolling in their remaining Elective courses.

Additional Information

• Students wishing to undertake this program on a part-time basis are advised to contact the Program Convenor or Program Advice (ProgramAdvice@newcastle.edu.au) for advice on optimum selection of courses for part-time enrolment.
• Please note that if you undertake courses that are not in your approved program, you will be liable for additional fees for those courses. This is in addition to the fees associated with your normal program of study.

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