Programs in environmental biology often consider multiple topics in the life sciences to enhance a student's understanding of the way life interacts with outside conditions. Professionals who use these skills include park service officers, researchers and development planners.

Australia has a subsidized higher education for students pursuing the undergraduate degrees. They also give loan and grants for the post graduate students. Higher learning starts at undergraduate degree level to a doctoral degree offered in any field of study.

A masters is earned after students complete an undergraduate degree program. To obtain a masters, you usually need to complete 12 to 18 college courses that often involve completing comprehensive tests and/or a thesis.