MJRH-ADCMS v.1 Coastal and Marine Major (BAdvSci) (Honours)
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
This honours level major provides a flexible and personalised approach to studying marine science with students able to explore the field through opportunities for immersive research experiences, industry placement and team-based projects. The major culminates in a personalised capstone experience. It provides students with the knowledge and practical skills to plan and manage human activities while conserving the marine and coastal environments. The emphasis of the course material is on science and management of the marine environment. Fields of study include biology, sustainable aquaculture, environmental impact assessment, marine taxonomy/biodiversity, marine ecology, geomorphology and the physical environment of the coastal zone. The curriculum focuses on Australian marine ecosystems, however, international case studies are incorporated. This degree is an opportunity to meet the need for increased research into coastal environment while managing the sustainability of the current and future anthropogenic activities within marine and coastal systems.
Professional Recognition
Graduates from this course may be eligible for membership of the Australian Marine Science Association
Career Opportunities
Students graduating with an honours degree in science can pursue careers in research through postgraduate degrees (Master by Research, PhD) but are also high competitive in industry. Graduates from the Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) have the added advantage being able to evidence the development of high level discipline, leadership and entrepreneurship skills through engagement with industry and research groups throughout their course.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials. Students may require a laboratory coat.
Major/Stream Entry and Completion Details
Prerequisites: Mathematics Methods ATAR. Desirable: at least one of Chemistry ATAR; Biology ATAR; Marine and Maritime Studies ATAR
Course Entry/Completion Note
To progress to the final year of study and hence to qualify for this award students will be required to provide evidence of research experience totaling at least 96 hours.
Major/Minor/Stream Organisation
This major consists of core marine science units, a set of core units focused on the development of research and leadership skills and attributes, and a final year capstone experience. Within the core discipline units there are numerous options allowing the flexibility to study in related fields such as wildlife conservation, environmental pollution, sustainability and aquaculture. There is also an elective stream that enables the opportunity to study a minor in Arts, Commerce or Science
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of the nature of science, its methods and processes, and an advanced knowledge in coastal and marine science enabling the ability to contribute new knowledge to the field.
2. Critically analyse challenging and multi-faceted problems in marine science, address them by applying practical and theoretical tools; critically evaluate findings within the current body of disciplinary knowledge.
3. Access and make judgements on the value of available knowledge using a variety of tools, and incorporate them into the planning, conduct and communication of their own work.
4. Communicate approaches and solutions, ideas and findings to informed professional scientific and industry audiences.
5. Use established and emerging technologies related to marine science and apply them within the context of the profession.
6. Engage in self-driven continuous discipline and professional education and training in marine science.
7. Participate in the generation and application of science in addressing global problems; demonstrate compliance with international ethical and professional standards.
8. Work collaboratively and respectfully with scientists from a range of cultural backgrounds and understand the cultural issues that impact research in marine science or the broader profession.
9. Be able to work as an independent marine scientist and collaboratively within teams either as a professional leader or collaborator using effective problem solving and decision making skills within the professional context of marine science.
Duration and Availability
This course is four years full-time or equivalent part-time study. One intake is offered each year in February.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| CHEM1001 | v.1 | Biological Chemistry | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| CHEM1000 | v.1 | Principles and Processes in Chemistry | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| CHEM1003 | v.1 | Introduction to Chemistry | 4.5 | 25.0 | |
| COMP1001 | v.1 | Object Oriented Program Design | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| COMP1005 | v.1 | Fundamentals of Programming | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| NPSC1002 | v.1 | Science, Technology and Global Problems | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| BIOL1000 | v.1 * | Functional Biology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| BCCB1000 | v.1 | Cell Biology | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| AGRI1000 | v.1 | Land and Water Resources | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| MATH1015 | v.1 | Linear Algebra 1 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 75.0 | |||||
| Year 1 | |||||
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 25.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| ATOC2000 | v.1 | Atmospheric and Oceanographic Sciences | 25.0 | ||
| STAT2002 | v.1 | Quantitative Biology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 75.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Full Year | |||||
| NPSC2001 | v.1 | Research, Leadership and Entrepreneurship in Science 1 | 7.0 | 50.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| GENE2002 | v.2 | Applied Genetics | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| MARI2000 | v.1 | Marine Ecology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 75.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| MARI3000 | v.1 | Advanced Marine Science and Technology | 25.0 | ||
| ENST3000 | v.1 | Environmental Impact Assessment | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 75.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Full Year | |||||
| NPSC3000 | v.1 | Research, Leadership and Entrepreneurship in Science 2 | 7.0 | 50.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| FISH3000 | v.2 | Fisheries and Wildlife Management | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| ECEV3001 | v.2 | Environmental Research Project | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 75.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 1 | |||||
| AGRI4000 | v.1 | Advanced Statistics for Environment and Agriculture | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 25.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Full Year | |||||
| NPSC4001 | v.1 | Advanced Science Capstone | 3.0 | 150.0 | |
| 150.0 | |||||
| Year 4 | |||||
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 25.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 4 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| ENST2003 | v.2 | Ecotoxicology and Environmental Monitoring | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| ENST3002 | v.1 | Environmental Restoration | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| AQUA3000 | v.1 | Sustainable Aquaculture | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
* Students with a high (>75) mark in Biology ATAR should see the course coordinator to select an alternate unit.
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