Subject description

This subject examines sedimentary and ecological processes on the coast and explores coastal management issues in the context of these processes. Topics include the morphology, evolution and morphodynamics of coastal landforms, particularly beaches, estuaries, deltas, coastal barriers, dunes and coral reefs. The role of different wave regimes, tectonic processes, sea-level … For more content click the Read More button below.

Enrolment rules

Pre-Requisite

Equivalence

EESC902 - Advanced Coastal Environments: Processes and Management
EESC962 - Coasts: Landforms, Processes, Policy and Management
EESC302 - Coastal Environments: Process and Management

Tutorial enrolment

Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS

Delivery

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Teaching staff

Subject coordinators
Lecturers

Engagement hours

Contact Hours:2 x 1 hour lecture and 1 x 3 hour practical per week

Assessment details

Essay
Group Presentation
Report
Final Exam

Work integrated learning

Embedded WIL:This subject contains elements of "Embedded WIL". Students in this subject will experience activities that relate to or simulate professional practice as part of their learning.

Textbook information

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