Bachelor of Applied Science (Parks, Recreation and Heritage)

Bachelor

As the longest-running park management degree in Australia, the Bachelor of Applied Science (Parks, Recreation and Heritage) from Charles Sturt University provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to manage the National Reserve System,...

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor

Duration

3 years full-time

Course Code

012025C

Study Mode

In person, Online

Intake Months

Mar, Jul

About this course

As the longest-running park management degree in Australia, the Bachelor of Applied Science (Parks, Recreation and Heritage) from Charles Sturt University provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to manage the National Reserve System, particularly how to conserve these unique landscapes for future generations.

Study locations

Port Macquarie

Albury-Wodonga

Albury

Online

Career pathways

Careers are highly varied and provide exciting challenges. You could work as a park ranger, a wildlife officer overseeing a conservation program, an interpretive officer conducting outdoor education programs or a specialist in cultural and Indigenous heritage. You could also work for a local government managing parks, grounds and ovals.

Work in Indigenous and cultural heritage
Careers include ranger, Indigenous heritage officer, heritage consultant and roles within museums.
Lead visitor services and open space programs
You could work as a ranger, interpretive officer, open space planner or recreation officer.
Contribute to wildlife conservation
Explore opportunities such as botanist, ranger, threatened species officer, wildlife officer and conservation management roles.