School of Environmental Science and Management

The School of Environmental Science and Management is a leader in environmental sustainability with a strong focus on environmental planning and management, biological conservation, marine biology and ecology, sustainable forestry, fisheries management and water and soil management.

Our comprehensive suite of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in environmental, marine and forest science and management offers our students opportunities to develop innovative, contemporary skills and knowledge in their chosen discipline.

Many of our courses combine academic rigour, laboratory work, field trips within our stunning region, and professional experience through industry internships for a well-rounded education and enhanced career opportunities. Many of our units have flexible study options, with some courses available by distance education.

Our teaching laboratories at Lismore campus for biology, chemistry, geology and aquaculture and the University's National Marine Science Centre in Coffs Harbour provide advanced analytical equipment and resources for students to access.

The School is committed to excellence in teaching and has world experts in several fields. With more than 500 environmental studies students, the School of Environmental Science and Management is one of the largest in Australia.

Updated: 13 January 2012