Bachelor of Climate Change and Sustainable Action

Where will your degree take you?

This degree prepares graduates to pursue a variety of career paths across different sectors, depending on your major specialisation.

Sustainability Manager

As a Sustainability Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing sustainability strategies and programs that align with organisational values and business objectives. You will play a key role in driving sustainability initiatives, promoting ethical practices, and managing environmental and social impacts across an organisation. Key responsibilities include:

  • Strategy Development
  • Environmental Impact Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Sustainability Assessments & Reporting
  • Supply Chain Auditing
  • Renewable Energy and Resource Efficiency.  

Climate Policy Analyst

As a Climate Policy Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in researching, analyzing, and advocating for policies that address climate change and promote sustainability. You will work closely with a team of experts to develop data-driven recommendations and strategies to influence decision-makers at local, national, and international levels.  Key responsibilities include:

  • Environmental Research
  • Data Collection and Analysis
  • Policy Research & Analysis
  • Ecological Monitoring
  • Environmental Compliance & Modelling  
  • Policy Advocacy  
  • Environmental Education, Engagement  & Outreach.  
  • Public Education & Outreach

Climate Change Consultant

As a Climate Change Consultant, you will be a key player in championing the mission to combat climate change. You will work closely with a diverse range of clients, providing expert guidance and solutions to address climate-related challenges, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and build climate resilience. Key responsibilities include:

  • Client / Stakeholder Consultation & Engagement  
  • Climate Risk Assessment  
  • Emission Reduction Strategies
  • Climate Adaptation Planning
  • Carbon Footprint Analysis
  • Policy & Regulatory Compliance  
  • Research, Innovation & Change Management.

Renewable Energy Advisor

As a Renewable Energy Advisor, you will be a vital part in promoting renewable energy adoption. You will work closely with clients to assess their energy needs, provide tailored recommendations, and facilitate the implementation of renewable energy systems. Your expertise will play a pivotal role in shaping a sustainable and clean energy landscape. Key responsibilities include:

  • Energy Audits
  • Customised Solutions  
  • Renewable Cost-Saving Solutions
  • Site Assessments  
  • Client / Stakeholder Engagement, Training & Education  
  • Compliance
  • Vendor & Project Management  
  • Permit  & Approval Processes    

Program learning outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge, skills and abilities that will be achieved on completion of the program. These outcomes will help you determine whether this program aligns with your professional pathway, career and learning goals.

View Bachelor of Climate Change and Sustainable Action learning outcomes
  1. Evaluate complex climate systems, environmental issues, and sustainability challenges using established scientific, economic, and governance theories and analytical frameworks.
  2. Develop creative, evidence-based sustainability strategies and climate solutions that achieve targeted environmental and societal goals.
  3. Apply strategic decision-making to plan climate action initiatives that align with ecological limits, policy context, and organisational objectives.
  4. Write clear, persuasive climate and sustainability documentation for professional and policy contexts, adapting style, structure, and tone for varied stakeholders.
  5. Present climate solutions and policy proposals orally in professional contexts, adapting delivery to diverse technical and non-technical audiences.
  6. Utilise digital tools, data analytics, and media platforms to analyse, visualise, and extend climate action and sustainability messaging.
  7. Apply ethical principles and legal/regulatory standards to climate practice to support responsible, just, and accountable decision-making.
  8. Apply psychological and behavioural theories to design, evaluate, and implement strategies that promote sustainable behaviour change.
  9. Engage with cultural diversity and global perspectives, including Indigenous knowledges and traditional ecological perspectives, in climate and sustainability practice.
  10. Collaborate in multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainability outcomes, contributing to shared environmental goals and project execution.
  11. Contribute to the strategic direction and management of climate action projects within complex collaborative contexts.
  12. Evaluate personal sustainability practice to adapt approaches in response to emerging climate data, feedback, and evolving professional contexts.