309837 v.1 Bachelor of Aquatic Science (Coastal Zone Management)

BSc(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 054617J
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 3 Years

Introduction

This course provides students with the knowledge and practical skills to plan and manage human activities while conserving the coastal environment. The emphasis of the course material will be on science and management techniques for the aquatic environment. Fields of study will include biology, geology and physical environment of the coastal zone and environmental management. The curriculum will focus on the Australian coastal zone, however, international case studies will be incorporated. This degree isan opportunity to meet the need for increased research into the coastal environment while managing the sustainability of the current and future anthropogenic activities within the coastal zone.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

None.

Specific Requirements

STAT elements considered are E and either V or Q.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

This course is three years full-time study or equivalent part-time study.

Course Organisation

The focus of the first year of this course is to develop an understanding of the fundamentals of coastal zone science. Management of the aquatic environment is the focus of second and third year. Options are also available in second and third year so that students are able to model the course to suit their objectives. In the final year students are required to undertake a research project.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can be expected to be employed by government and private environmental management industries.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Further Information

All applicants are encouraged to contact the Academic Office to discuss their eligibility and course selection, telephone 1800 246 622 or visit our website at www.muresk.curtin.edu.au. Applications from TAFE and mature age students are encouraged.

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
1754	v.6	Cell Biology 101	5.0	25.0
1756	v.7	Plant Biology 101	5.0	25.0
303227	v.4	Agribusiness Communications 101	1.5	12.5
310817	v.1	Aquatic Systems 101	5.0	25.0
7726	v.4	Chemistry 187	2.0	12.5
				100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
1762	v.4	Animal Biology 102	5.0	25.0
1764	v.8	Ecology 102	5.0	25.0
305639	v.1	Mathematics 135	4.0	25.0
8686	v.5	Chemistry 128	6.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 2 Semester 1
13090	v.4	Aquatic Environmental Management 201	5.0	25.0
309824	v.2	Coastal Science 201	6.0	25.0
310819	v.1	Biochemistry and Physiology of Aquatic Animals 201	6.0	25.0
8306	v.9	Quantitative Biology 201	5.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 2 Semester 2
307325	v.2	Coastal Processes and Management 202	4.0	25.0
309822	v.2	Coral Reef Systems 202	5.0	25.0
310072	v.1	Environmental and Coastal Planning 112	3.0	25.0
		SELECT 1 OPTION		25.0
				100.0
Year 3 Semester 1
307368	v.2	Aquaculture Technology 301	36.0	12.5
309827	v.2	Marine Habitat Mapping 301	5.0	25.0
310816	v.1	Aquatic Science Practicum 301	35.0	12.5
9528	v.8	Biology Project 301	5.0	25.0
		SELECT 1 OPTION		25.0
				100.0
Year 3 Semester 2
11128	v.5	Aquatic Biomonitoring 302	5.0	25.0
307546	v.1	Environmental Impact Assessment 312	4.0	25.0
310815	v.1	Coastal Management and Policy 302	5.0	25.0
		SELECT 1 OPTION		25.0
				100.0
Optional Units to Select from in Semester 2 (No Year Level Specified)			Hrs/Wk	Credit
10518	v.4	Aquatic Toxicology 202	4.0	25.0
11934	v.7	Aquatic Science Research Project 302	5.0	25.0
303373	v.4	Aquatic Science Study Tour 202	5.0	25.0
303382	v.4	Aquatic Science International Study Tour 302	13.0	25.0
310814	v.1	Sustainable Aquaculture 302	5.0	25.0
310818	v.1	Aquaculture Principles 202	6.0	25.0
310820	v.1	Shellfish Aquaculture 202	5.0	25.0
Optional Units to Select from in Year 3 Semester 1			Hrs/Wk	Credit
11952	v.8	Aquaculture Nutrition 301	5.0	25.0
303350	v.5	Seafood Quality Management 202	5.0	25.0
303361	v.3	Finfish Aquaculture 201	5.0	25.0
8974	v.8	Australian Flora 201	5.0	25.0
8976	v.7	Invertebrate Animals 201	5.0	25.0
9526	v.7	Ecology 301	5.0	25.0

Availability

Year	Location	Period	All*	Internal	Partially Online Internal^	External	Fully Online#
2008	Bentley Campus	Semester 1		Y
2008	Bentley Campus	Semester 2		Y

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.