Overview
The Environment major is an exit only major for students who transfer from 1880 Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours).
In this course you will study the interaction of living and non-living elements of planet Earth, along with past and present human impacts. You will combine fieldwork, practical experience and research … For more content click the Read More button below.
At the completion of the degree, students who have met the required academic standard may enrol in the Bachelor of Science (Honours), subject to approval of the Head of School. See separate entry for the Bachelor of Science (Honours).
Delivery
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Structure
The Bachelor of Science (Environment) requires successful completion of at least 144 credit points, as outlined below.
Note:
- Students who have achieved a mark of 65% or more in NSW HSC Chemistry or equivalent must select Option A CHEM101 and CHEM102. All other students must select Option B CHEM104 and CHEM105.
- Students who have not completed HSC Mathematics at Band 4 or higher (or equivalent) are required to complete a mathematics subject (MATH151 or equivalent) normally in the first year.
When selecting 200 level subjects students should note the pre-requisites required for the 300-level subjects they wish to take.
Minors
Students are encouraged to consider taking a minor study as part of the BSc program. Inclusion of a minor in support of your major area of study allows you to broaden your view, knowledge and expertise while specialising in areas of interest. Options include, but are not limited to, Earth and Environmental Science, Geoscience, Physical Geography, Archaeology, Biochemistry, Biodiversity, Ecology, Molecular Biology, Geology and Marine Biology.
144 Credit points
Year 148 Credit points
Year 248 Credit points
Year 348 Credit points
Learning outcomes
Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a Major Study or Specialisation. Students completing this major will be able to:
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Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge and understanding of the trends, processes and impacts that shape the Earth and its environment including local, national, global, cultural, Indigenous and spatial perspectives.
2.
Critically evaluate information and data to assess scientific methods and frameworks in the environmental sciences.
3.
Develop hypotheses and experiments to test against evidence-based scientific facts, laws, principles and evidence.
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Identify and articulate real world problems derived from the environmental sciences.
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Apply knowledge and appropriate techniques, including those associated with fieldwork, to evaluate possible solutions to real world problems and defend choice of solution against alternatives.
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Locate, synthesise and evaluate data, information, results and literature pertaining to the environmental sciences using appropriate methods, measurements, tools and technologies.
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Communicate environmental science perspectives and knowledge effectively to a range of audiences using appropriate technologies and communication skills.
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Demonstrate ethical, professional, public and personal conduct and capacity to reflect on and direct own learning and practice and participate constructively in decision-making within the context of environmental sciences.
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