How to Apply

The procedures for applying for candidature in degrees in Environmental Science are provided below. For more detailed information on the requirements, please refer to the Resolutions page.

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Science (Environmental)

Postgraduate Programs

Coursework - Applied Science (Environmental Science)

Coursework - Masters of Environmental Science and Law

Research - Masters of Science (Environmental Science)

How to Apply for Entry into the Bachelor of Science (Environmental)

Admission

Admission into the BSc(Environmental) is competitive as there are a limited number of places (~50) available. So while a UAI of around 85 is required, the best students out of those that apply will receive invitations to enrol in Environmental Science. For information on how to apply, please contact the Undergraduate Adviser in the Faculty of Science, who can tell you which forms to fill in and who to send them to. Your application may need to go through the University Admissions Centre (UAC).

Transferring into the BSc(Environmental)

Students are permitted to transfer into the BSc(Environmental) from other degrees offered by the Faculty of Science, with the permission of the Dean of the Faculty of Science as advised by the Director for Environmental Science. In general, this requires a credit average performance at the tertiary level.

Transfer from other degrees within the University of Sydney or from other Australian universities may require admission through the UAC. Please consult the Faculty of Science for further information.

How to Apply for Entry into Applied Science (Environmental Science) Program

Admission

Admission into the articulated Applied Science coursework program in Environmental Science is not competitive and is available to all potential applicants who possess tertiary level qualifications or equivalent. Each of the awards can be taken full-time or part-time, is available to both local Australian and international applicants, and can be enrolled in mid-year. All three Applied Science options are full-fee paying.

The Graduate Certificate simply requires a Bachelor degree or equivalent for admission, whereas both the Graduate Diploma and Masters degree require an undergraduate Science degree and good grades for direct entry. Progression into the Diploma and into the Masters is possible upon completion of the Certificate. Transfer into the Environmental Science program from other postgraduate coursework programs within the University of Sydney is allowed (and encouraged).

Fees

The fees below are approximate only and change almost every year. For the accurate figures please contact the Faculty of Science. It may be possible to get a scholarship or other type of financial assistance to help offset the cost of study. In this regard international students should consult the International Office.

Note that International students should be enrolled full-time. This means you complete the Graduate Certificate in ONE semester, the Graduate Diploma in TWO semesters and the Masters in TWO or THREE semesters. The cost of the program depends on the number of semesters enrolled, however. Please contact the International Office for more information on this matter.

Application Forms

Application forms for "new admission" and for "transfer" are available at the Faculty of Science office. If you are unsure of which level to apply for or are concerned that you might not have satisfied the requirements for the level of qualification you are interested in, please contact the Director for Environmental Science.

International students who also wish to know about the possibility of scholarships and other financial help, or who wish to be sent (or require assistance in completing) the admission forms, please contact the International Office.

How to Apply for Entry into the Masters of Environmental Science and Law

Admission

Admission into the Masters of Environmental Science and Law (MEnviSciLaw) is not competitive and is available to all potential applicants who possess tertiary level qualifications in Science or Law or equivalent. The award is full-fee paying, can be taken full-time or part-time, is available to both local Australian and international applicants, and can be enrolled in mid-year. Transfer into the MEnviSciLaw from other postgraduate coursework programs within the University of Sydney is allowed.

Fees

The fees below are approximate only and change almost every year. For the accurate figures please contact the Faculty of Science. It may be possible to get a scholarship or other type of financial assistance to help offset the cost of study. In this regard international students should consult the International Office.

Note that International students should be enrolled full-time. This means you complete the Graduate Certificate in ONE semester, the Graduate Diploma in TWO semesters and the Masters in TWO or THREE semesters. The cost of the program depends on the number of semesters enrolled, however. Please contact the International Office for more information on this matter.

Application Forms

Application forms for "new admission" and for "transfer" are available at the Faculty of Science office. If you are unsure of which level to apply for or are concerned that you might not have satisfied the requirements for the level of qualification you are interested in, please contact the Director for Environmental Science.

International students who also wish to know about the possibility of scholarships and other financial help, or who wish to be sent (or require assistance in completing) the admission forms, please contact the International Office.

How to Apply for Entry into Masters of Science (Environmental Science)

Admission

Students with Honours degrees in Science or with a Credit or better average in their undergraduate Science degrees are able to enter directly into the MSc(EnvironSc). Other students may enter directly into the articulated Applied Science award program, from which they may transfer into the MSc(EnvironSc) upon completion of at least 24 credit points of coursework in Environmental Science.

Transferring into the MSc(EnvironSc)

Students are permitted to transfer into the MSc(EnvironSc) from other postgraduate degrees offered by the Faculty of Science, with the permission of the Dean of the Faculty of Science as advised by the Chair of the Program Committee for Environmental Science. In general, this requires a credit average performance at the tertiary level.

Application Forms

Application forms for "new admission" and for "transfer" are available at the Faculty of Science office. One section of the "new admission" form requires detailing a proposed project topic and listing of a potential supervisor. This section must be completed before applications can be assessed. If you have a topic in mind but don't know who could supervise, you can simply search the website of the appropriate Department and contact (email or phone) any likely candidates. Or, if you need suggestions, you can contact the Director for Environmental Science.

Local students who are seeking financial help should consult the scholarships page of the Faculty of Science. International students who also wish to know about the possibility of scholarships and other financial help, or who require assistance in completing the admission forms, please contact the International Office.

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