Course level

Undergraduate

Faculty

Science

School

Biological Sciences School

Units

2

Duration

One Semester

Delivery mode

Internal

Recommended companion

Restricted

Not available to students enrolled in dual BSc programs. Students in other Faculty of Science programs should contact the Faculty for approval.

Assessment methods

3 Assignments; final examination

Course enquiries

Study Abroad

This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.

Course description

Understanding the significance of Australia's marine systems & their importance in the global scene. Diversity of environments, both pristine & altered, sites of conservation significance, endangered plants & animals & jurisdictional responsibilities. Field trips are not compulsory but highly recommended. Approximate field fees - $250 for North Stradbroke Island and $600 for Heron Island Research Station (incl GST).

Archived offerings

Course offerings Location Mode Course Profile
Semester 1, 2020 (24/02/2020 - 11/07/2020) St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 1, 2019 (25/02/2019 - 22/06/2019) St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 2, 2019 (22/07/2019 - 16/11/2019) St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 1, 2018 (19/02/2018 - 23/06/2018) St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 2, 2018 (23/07/2018 - 17/11/2018) St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 1, 2017 (27/02/2017 - 24/06/2017) St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 2, 2017 (24/07/2017 - 18/11/2017) St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 1, 2016 (29/02/2016 - 25/06/2016) St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 2, 2016 (25/07/2016 - 19/11/2016) St Lucia Internal Course Profile