MJRU-ENBIO v.2 Environmental Biology Major (BSc Science)
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.
Human exploitation of the environment has taken a serious toll on the planet. Environmental Biologists are needed to solve issues such as land degradation; urban and regional development challenges; impacts of mining, oil and gas extraction and processing; biodiversity loss and pollution. The core units develop your expertise in zoology, botany, ecology, genetics, environmental management, sustainability, statistics, and undertaking environmental research. The core biology units in combination with 3 streams targeted to specific disciplines develops the knowledge and skills to meet these challenges. Wildlife Biology Stream: this stream develops the knowledge and skills to work with wildlife, with a focus on Australia’s unique fauna. Environmental Restoration Stream: Restoration is becoming an increasing area of focus and this uniquely Curtin University stream builds the skill set to place you at the forefront of this discipline. Environmental Genetics and Microbiology Stream: This stream further develops the practical and theoretical skills required to contribute to genetic and microbiology fields.
Major/Stream Entry and Completion Details
Prerequisites: Mathematics Applications ATAR Desirable: Animal Production System ATAR, Aviation ATAR, Biology ATAR, Chemistry ATAR, Earth and Environmental Science ATAR, Human Biology ATAR, Integrated Science ATAR, Marine and Maritime studies ATAR, Physics ATAR, Plant Production Systems ATAR, Psychology ATAR, Computer Science ATAR, Applied Information Technology ATAR
Major/Minor/Stream Organisation
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply fundamental biological principles and concepts in theoretical, practical and vocational situations
2. explain and apply the scientific method
3. collect biological data and locate, extract and critically appraise existing scientific knowledge to analyse problems and formulate solutions
4. communicate biological information concisely and accurately using written, visual, and verbal means appropriate to the audience
5. employ new and established technologies to collect and interpret biological data demonstrate competency in statistics computing and other relevant technologies at an appropriate level
6. take responsibility for their personal educational development by applying independent study and time-management skills
7. consider biological issues from a global perspective recognising the importance of national and international standards for collecting and reporting data
8. respect and recognise the responsibilities of professional scientists in society both nationally and internationally, value environmental indigenous and other community perspectives
9. work independently and in teams to demonstrate employment-ready skills such as negotiation leadership professional behaviour and ethical practices
Duration and Availability
This Major is three years' full-time study.
Course Organisation Note
The units ECEV2000 and ZOOL2000 are offered in alternative years
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| CHEM1000 | v.1 | Principles and Processes in Chemistry | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| CHEM1001 | v.1 | Biological Chemistry | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| CHEM1003 | v.1 | Introduction to Chemistry | 4.5 | 25.0 | |
| BIOL1000 | v.1 | Functional Biology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| BIOL1001 | v.1 | Introduction to Environmental Research | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| NPSC1000 | v.1 | Biological Computing | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| COMS1000 | v.1 | Science Communications | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| MATH1015 | v.1 | Linear Algebra 1 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| MATH1013 | v.1 | Introductory Mathematics | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| BCCB1000 | v.1 | Cell Biology | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| AGRI1000 | v.1 | Land and Water Resources | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| ENST1000 | v.2 | Global Environmental Challenges | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 | |||||
| STRU-EREST | v.1 | Environmental Restoration Stream (BSc Science) | 200.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| STRU-WBSYS | v.1 | Wildlife Biology Stream (BSc Science) | 200.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| STRU-APGEN | v.1 | Environmental Genetics and Microbiology Stream (BSc Science) | 200.0 | ||
| 200.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| STAT2002 | v.1 | Quantitative Biology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| ZOOL2000 | v.2 | Animal Diversity and Evolution | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| ECEV2000 | v.1 | Terrestrial Ecology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| BOTA2000 | v.1 | Plant Diversity and Adaptation | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| GENE2002 | v.2 | Applied Genetics | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| ECEV2000 | v.1 | Terrestrial Ecology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| ZOOL2000 | v.2 | Animal Diversity and Evolution | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| ENST3000 | v.1 | Environmental Impact Assessment | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| ECEV3001 | v.2 | Environmental Research Project | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| ENST3004 | v.1 | Topics in Sustainable Development | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
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