Bachelor
In your first two years of study, in the Bachelor of Natural Environments and Conservation, you will develop ways of thinking, integrative knowledge, and practical field skills that enable you to tackle problems in conservation and environmental management. In your third year of study, you begin your Master of Protected Area Conservation studies which is designed to provide you with professional knowledge and skills specific to managing the significant global estate of protected areas.
You will apply these skills in governance, planning, and management to address complex conservation problems across landscapes and within protected areas. Collectively, the vertical double Bachelor Natural Environments and Conservation - Master of Protected Area Conservation provides you with the hard science, field techniques, and management skills needed to be employed in your preferred roles in conservation and environmental management.
You will be taught by experts in environmental science, ecology, and conservation biology who will guide you through your studies and share their knowledge and experiences with you. You will have access to state-of-the-art technology, and participate in field trips, practical exercises, and research projects that will enable you to put theory into practice.
With half the state in reserves and approximately half the area of these reserves being world heritage, Tasmania is the ideal place to undertake a degree focused on protected area governance and management. Within half an hour from the Hobart campus, we access marine, coastal, heathland, wetland, grassland, woodland, dry eucalypt, wet eucalypt, rainforest, subalpine and alpine natural environments, as well as urban nature. You will gain a deep understanding of the natural environment and the ways in which we can protect and preserve it for future generations. You will explore the complex relationships between humans and the environment, and learn how to balance economic, social, and environmental considerations when making decisions about land management and conservation.
Domestic applicants who recently completed secondary education
Applicants are ranked by ATAR and offers made based on the number of places available. This course has a Guaranteed ATAR of 65.
In 2022, the lowest ATAR to receive an offer into this course was 60.20. The lowest ATAR to receive an offer may change from year to year based on the number of applications we receive.
Applicants who have recently completed senior secondary studies but have not received an ATAR may still be eligible for admission. We will consider your subject results on a case-by-case basis when we assess your application.
Domestic applicants with higher education study
To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have:
Domestic applicants with VET / TAFE study
To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have completed a Certificate IV (or equivalent) in any discipline.
Domestic applicants with work and life experience
Applicants without senior secondary, tertiary or VET / TAFE study can complete a personal competency statement.
Applicants may be eligible for an offer if they have relevant work and / or life experiences which demonstrate a capacity to succeed in this course.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION
If your ability to access or participate in education has been affected by circumstances beyond your control, you can apply for special consideration as part of your application. We will consider a range of factors for special consideration, including economic hardship, a serious medical condition or disability.
We can only approve applications for special consideration where we are confident that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in your studies. If your application is not approved, the UTAS admissions team will work with you to find the best alternative pathway to your chosen course. Special consideration is not available for international applicants.
Progression to Master of Protected Area Conservation
To progress into the Master of Protected Area Conservation component of the course students must attain a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5 or above (Credit average) in the first 200 credit points of undergraduate study. If students do not meet this GPA requirement they will be transferred into the Bachelor of Natural Environments and Conservation with full credit. On completion of the Bachelor of Natural Environments and Conservation they may apply to return and commence the Master of Protected Area Conservation as they have completed an undergraduate Bachelor degree which is the requirement for entry into MPACons.
Applicants must achieve the required grade in their qualifying studies, meet any prerequisite subjects, and meet English language requirements to be eligible for an offer.
Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires the completion of qualifications equivalent to a 12th year of education in Australia. Please review the equivalent undergraduate entry requirements to see the minimum requirement relevant to your country. The ATAR information for this course is located in the "For Domestic Students" section of the entry requirements on this page.
English Language Requirements
For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship or prior studies in English in an approved country, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided. See the English Language Requirements page for more information.
Course Specific Requirements
International applicants who are nationals of and currently reside in a country where English is not the official language require an IELTS of 6.5 with no individual band less than 6.0 or equivalent.
Progression to Master of Protected Area Conservation
To progress into the Master of Protected Area Conservation component of the course students must attain a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5 or above (Credit average) in the first 200 credit points of undergraduate study. If students do not meet this GPA requirement they will be transferred into the Bachelor of Natural Environments and Conservation with full credit. On completion of the Bachelor of Natural Environments and Conservation they may apply to return and commence the Master of Protected Area Conservation as they have completed an undergraduate Bachelor degree which is the requirement for entry into MPACons.
After graduation, you will have the skills to gain employment in a variety of areas including environmental advocacy, park management and planning, natural environment interpretation, environmental assessment, natural environmental research, environmental management, natural resource management, policy development and business enterprises, particularly those associated with natural area tourism.
This course has been designed to meet international competencies for protected area planners specified by the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas, with a particular focus on middle and senior governance and management roles. This means you will graduate with the full range of required skills for protected area planners and managers in senior roles.
Whether you aspire to work in a government agency, a non-governmental organization, or in private industry, this course will prepare you with the skills and knowledge needed to make a positive impact on the natural world. With a Bachelor of Natural Environments and Wilderness - Master of Protected Area Conservation, you will be equipped to make a difference in the world and contribute to a sustainable future for all.
The Bachelor of Natural Environments and Conservation component requires the completion of 250 credit points comprising:
* 100 credit point Major
* 100 credit points of Core units
* 50 credit points of Elective units
The major in Natural Environment Management and the core units ensure both a breadth and depth of relevant knowledge.
In your Elective component you can choose from any units marked as "Student Electives" which you meet the pre-requisites for, at any level, from across the university. To search for possible Elective units, use the Unit Search tool to search by the discipline that you are interested in.
Your electives can be used to add breadth to your degree, by exploring a variety of different subject areas from within or outside the College of Sciences and Engineering. Alternatively, you can deepen your engagement with specific subject areas, for example, by completing additional units in the same discipline as your major or related fields.
The maximum credit granted will be in accordance with the limits set down in the Student Participation and Attainment Ordinance. Credit for appropriate studies completed at TAFE and/or other university courses may be granted. Students can apply for advanced standing as part of the application process, or it can be assessed independently via a separate application.