Major overview
You could be employed by engineering firms, land developers, utilities, international development and government agencies to design and manage engineered systems. You will graduate job ready with a global perspective and ethical approach to environmentally-sustainable engineered systems in various industries.
3 reasons to study Environmental Engineering at Murdoch
- Five-star rating and number one university in Australia for overall educational experience, skills development and teaching quality for Engineering and Technology by the Good Universities Guide 2026.*
- Explore engineering and ecological issues with a global perspective and ethical approach to sustainable development with real-world examples.
- Gain 450 hours of real work experience as part of your degree.
What you’ll learn
- Fundamentals of chemistry and environmental science
- Modelling & systems engineering
- Environmental technology for sustainability
- Principles of water conservation and water auditing
- Pollution and its control, particularly the relationship between wastewater and pollution
- Circular economy and innovation
- Hydrology and water cycle management
- Design of water treatment unit operations
- Integrated waste management for resource recovery
Your career
When you graduate, you could find yourself working in a range of different industries from construction to manufacturing. Some careers could include:
- Environmental Engineer
- Sustainability Engineer
- Engineering and Natural Science Manager
- Environmental Manager
- Urban and Regional Planner
Start dates
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online |
Mixed mode
In this attendance mode, teaching and learning activities are delivered both face-to-face and online, with scheduled or flexible learning times. |
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| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 2, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 2, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
View the dates for our teaching periods or find out more about attendance modes.
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online |
Mixed mode
In this attendance mode, teaching and learning activities are delivered both face-to-face and online, with scheduled or flexible learning times. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 2, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 2, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
View the dates for our teaching periods or find out more about attendance modes.
Major Structure
Visit the Course Handbook - Get detailed information on units, prerequisites, and pathways.
To help plan the structure of your course, search for our suggested course plans.
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How to Apply
Majors are part of a degree and can't be applied on their own. Apply for a related degree first, then choose your major once enrolled.