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Griffith Online
- Our online degrees are delivered 100% online, giving you control over where and when you study.
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We're focused on sustainable solutions and ground-breaking discoveries
We offer a range of science and environment degrees—from chemical to forensic, marine to biomedical. You'll learn from award-winning teachers in state-of-the-art labs. You'll also benefit from our close ties with industry and gain valuable hands-on experience in the field.
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- Biological sciences
- Biomedical science and medical science (Gold Coast)
- Biomedical science, medical science and medical diagnostics (Brisbane)
- Biotechnology
- Chemical sciences
- Data science
- Ecology and biodiversity
- Environmental science
- Forensic science
- Marine biology
- Physics and mathematics
- Society and environment
- Soil, water and energy
Double degrees
Double your degree, multiply your opportunities.
Study science and environment at Griffith
Hear from Professor Tim Riley and Professor Chris Frid, School of Environment and Science; Associate Professor Kylie Pitt, Australian Rivers Institute; Professor Vicky Avery and Professor Jennifer Martin, Griffith Institute for Drug Discovery; and Professor Howard Wiseman, Centre for Quantum Dynamics.
Practical experience
We offer a range of flexible and innovative programs to give you practical experience beyond the classroom. Depending on what you study, you could find yourself studying wildlife in Nepal or alpine plants in the Australian Alps. You can also complete an industry-based project, which will prepare you for the workplace and provide valuable industry networks before you graduate.
Learn from leading researchers
Throughout your degree you will be taught by leading Australian researchers who are developing scientific solutions to global challenges. In the most recent Excellence in Research for Australia results, Griffith rated ‘well above world standards’, the maximum rating possible for chemical sciences, environmental sciences, evolutionary biology, chemistry, condensed matter physics and quantum physics. Griffith was also named the Nature Index Rising Star for the Oceania region in 2018.
Committed to sustainability
With teaching focused on natural, social and economic aspects of the environment, Griffith is committed to sustainability. You’ll be learning from researchers who are investigating reef building algae that could help coral reefs withstand rising temperatures, gathering insights on how changing ocean conditions are influencing the recovery of whale populations and bringing off-grid renewable power systems to the Pacific Islands.
Unique degree offerings
With a broad and distinct range of science and environment degrees and majors on offer, you’ll find a course to suit your area of interest. You could study the only forensic science degree in Queensland or broaden your career options and develop a specialised skillset by combining your science or environmental science degree with a data science degree.
Career opportunities
Our science and environment degrees span a range of careers. Depending on your degree and specialisation, you might find opportunities in environmental conservations, health organisations, marine parks, energy and resource companies, government departments or research institutes.
Student story
Rachel Janes
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Marine Biology and Wildlife Biology
Find out moreabout Rachel Janes
25 Feb 2021
Magnificent Seven: our inaugural Griffith Sporting Hall of Fame inductees
Read more about Magnificent Seven: our inaugural Griffith Sporting Hall of Fame inductees
23 Feb 2021
Philanthropist receives Honorary Doctorate from Griffith
Read more about Philanthropist receives Honorary Doctorate from Griffith
Key dates
Monday 8 March — Saturday 19 June
Trimester 1
Our first teaching trimester starts on Monday 8 March 2021 . Trimester 1 examinations run from Thursday 10 to Saturday 19 June.
Thursday 6 May — Saturday 8 May
Gold Coast Careers and Employment Festival
Tuesday 18 May
Mature Student Open Evening - Online
Wednesday 19 May
Mature Student Open Evening - Nathan Campus
Thursday 20 May
Mature Student Open Evening - Gold Coast Campus
Friday 21 May — Saturday 22 May
Brisbane Careers and Employment Expo
Monday 19 July — Saturday 30 October
Trimester 2
Our second teaching trimester starts on Monday 19 July. Trimester 2 examinations run from Saturday 21 to Saturday 30 October.
Monday 13 September
Mature Student Open Evening - Online
Wednesday 15 September
Mature Student Open Evening - Nathan Campus
Thursday 16 September
Mature Student Open Evening - Gold Coast Campus
Friday 17 December — Thursday 23 December