Bachelor in Environment and Laws

Applications for the Jul 2027 intake are due by Mar 1, 2027. Tuition fees for Bachelor in Environment and Laws are 41,000 AUD per year.

The Bachelor in Environment and Laws at Macquarie University is a bachelor's degree for students who want to understand the relationship between humans and the environment, and how the law can help create a sustainable future. This program is for students who have completed high school and want to study for three or four years.

The curriculum explores environmental systems and processes, and the interactions that influence sustainable futures. Students also learn about legal frameworks and how to think critically about the law to solve problems. The program offers flexible study options, allowing students to focus on two complementary areas or undertake two degrees in different areas.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as environmental consultants, policy officers, lawyers, sustainability specialists, or conservation managers. They can work in government agencies, private companies, or non-profit organizations, using their knowledge of the environment and the law to create positive change.

Macquarie University in Sydney, founded in 1964, is a large, research-led institution with around 45,000 students, including roughly 10,000 international learners. Located in a dynamic metropolitan region, Macquarie blends modern campus facilities with purpose-built research centres and green spaces. Its broad curriculum covers arts, business, science, engineering and health, and the university emphasises an interdisciplinary approach that encourages critical thinking and practical problem solving.

Academically, Macquarie combines taught degrees with research opportunities and industry-facing placements, so students gain workplace experience alongside theoretical study. Specialist facilities and entrepreneurship hubs support innovation, while career services and employer links in Sydney help students access internships and graduate roles. Small-group tutorials, academic skills workshops and supervised research pathways ensure international students can integrate quickly and build strong academic foundations.

Campus life is culturally diverse and student-focused, with clubs, societies, accommodation choices and wellbeing services that support study-life balance and community integration. Global partnerships and exchange options expand learning beyond Australia and enable collaborative research experiences. Prospective international applicants should check program entry requirements, scholarship options and visa timelines early; Macquarie’s international student advisers offer targeted support for applications, English preparation and transition planning.