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An Introduction to the Sydney Environment

The аIJʹÙÍø Introduction to the Sydney Environment (BEES6601) course outlines the physical, biological and social environments of Sydney. It looks at contemporary environmental issues and constraints facing Sydney.
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Animal Behaviour

The аIJʹÙÍø Animal Behaviour (BIOS3011) (BIOS3012) course provides one of the most fascinating and rewarding fields of zoological study. The course introduces the study of animal behaviour, behavioural ecology, ethology and more.

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Applied Geochemistry

The аIJʹÙÍø Applied Geochemistry (GEOS3281) course examines the behaviour of elements in the surface environment, with applications ranging from mineral exploration and regional mapping to environmental assessment.
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Assembling the Tree of Life

The аIJʹÙÍø Assembling the Tree of Life (BIOS3221) course is designed to train undergraduates in the principles and application of phylogenetic systematics. You’ll learn about the conceptual basis of comparative biology, using morphological and molecular data.
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Astrobiology: Life in the Universe

The аIJʹÙÍø Astrobiology: Life in the Universe (BEES6741) course is a fully online, third-stage science elective course. It explores the search for life elsewhere in the universe through the origin of life on Earth.
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Advanced Field Biology

The аIJʹÙÍø Advanced Field Biology (BIOS3601) course offers advanced practical training in diversity, systematics and biology. It also looks at the identification of terrestrial animals and plants and aquatic invertebrates.
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Australian Climate & Vegetation

The аIJʹÙÍø Australian Climate & Vegetation (GEOS2711) course explores climatic patterns and their controls in Australia and the biogeography of the continent’s native vegetation. It considers contemporary climate and vegetation but also delves into the past.
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Australian Surface Environments & Landforms

The аIJʹÙÍø Australian Surface Environments & Landforms (GEOS2721) course studies the geomorphology, sedimentology and pedology of Australia's physical landscapes. 

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Vertebrate Zoology

The аIJʹÙÍø Vertebrate Zoology (BIOS2061) course, examines the evolution, diversity and natural history of animals with a special emphasis on how they cope with Australia’s environment.
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Level 1 Capstone

The аIJʹÙÍø Level 1 Capstone (SCIF1000) course allows students to explore how scientific inquiry and interdisciplinary collaboration can address pressing global challenges, generate new knowledge and develop solutions.

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Level 1 Research Skills

The аIJʹÙÍø Level 1 Research Skills (SCIF1001) course is the first year capstone course for Bachelor of Advanced Science students.

Grey kangaroo at Stradbroke Island, Australia

Biodiversity & Conservation of Natural Resources

The аIJʹÙÍø Biodiversity and Conservation of Natural Resources (BIOS6671) course covers applications of community ecology, population biology and genetics. 

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Climate Systems Science

The аIJʹÙÍø Climate Systems Science (CLIM3001) and (CLIM6001) course navigates the key systems that control our climate and how these systems interact. It explores the uncertainties associated with direct climate observation and future climate modelling.
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Biology of Invertebrates

The аIJʹÙÍø Biology of Invertebrates (BIOS2031) course examines the diversity of invertebrate organisms. Throughout the course, you'll focus on their evolution, morphology, behaviour and ecology.
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Coastal Resource and Hazard Management

The ±«±·³§°ÂÌýCoastal Resource and Hazard Management (GEOS3922) course focuses on coastal resource and hazard assessment and builds skills in science, management, communication and policy-based solutions for coastal problems and issues. 

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Coral Reefs & Climate Change

The аIJʹÙÍø Coral Reefs and Climate Change (MSCI2060) course examines one of the world’s most diverse and important ecosystems: tropical coral reefs. You’ll explore how our changing climate affects corals and what measures we can take to conserve these coral reefs.
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Data Analysis for Life & Earth Science  

The аIJʹÙÍø Data Analysis for Life and Earth Science (BEES2041) and Data Analysis: Environmental Science & Management (BEES5041) course aims to develop your quantitative skills for solving problems in the fields of Biological, Earth and Environmental Science.

Macquarie Lighthouse in Eastern Sydney

Coastal Resource Management

The аIJʹÙÍø Coastal Resource Management (GEOS3921) course is a Stage 3 course that studies current and emerging issues in coastal management and planning.
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Earth Materials

The аIJʹÙÍø Earth Materials (GEOS2181) course provides an introduction to the nature and analysis of minerals, clays, rocks, meteorites and gem materials. You’ll learn about the composition of the outermost layer of the Earth known as the crust.
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Earth & Environmental Science

The аIJʹÙÍø Earth and Environmental Science (GEOS1211) course introduces theoretical concepts of earth surface processes, landforms, surface deposits and soils. You’ll explore and interpret the origins of the continents, oceans, atmosphere and more.
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Earth Structures

The аIJʹÙÍø Earth Structures (GEOS3171) course seeks to unravel the history of the Earth’s continental crust and lithosphere and its distortion over millions of years, resulting in a complex three-dimensional form.
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Ecology, Sustainability & Environmental Science

The аIJʹÙÍø Ecology, Sustainability and Environmental Science (BIOS1301) course provides you with a strong grounding in present biological, ecological and environmental problems and their effects on biodiversity.
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Earth’s Systems and Sustainability

The Earth’s Systems and Sustainability (GEOS2291) course provides students with core background knowledge on how the atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere and geosphere (Earth’s Systems) are interconnected.
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Ecosystem Conservation & Management

The аIJʹÙÍø Ecosystem Conservation and Management (BIOS2123) course is an intensive field-based course offering hands-on training in ecosystem science and management in rivers and wetlands.
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Environmental Impact Assessment

The аIJʹÙÍø Environmental Impact Assessment UG (GEOS3911) & Environmental Impact Assessment PG (GEOS9011) course develops your understanding of how the environment is factored into development decision-making in NSW.
Rockingham Lake regional park. Team of scientific environmental conservationist working together collecting data and examining Tree Grass. The Australian Bush has been damaged by fire.

Environmental Systems, Processes & Issues

The аIJʹÙÍø Environmental Systems, Processes and Issues (GEOS1701) course introduces you to the physical and biological systems and processes that create the Earth’s natural environments.
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Environmental Change

The аIJʹÙÍø Environmental Change (GEOS3761) course delves into some of the great scientific and archaeological questions about what happened on Earth and why. Past environmental changes provide valuable insights into how our planet works.
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Evolution in the Modern World

The аIJʹÙÍø Evolution in the Modern World (BIOS2500) course introduces you to the power of evolutionary thinking and its application to understanding modern life. You’ll explore how evolution shapes the living world.
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Evolutionary & Functional Biology

The аIJʹÙÍø Evolutionary and Functional Biology (BIOS1101) course examines the evolutionary history of life on earth. You’ll explore human origins and the relationship between environment, adaptation, form and function.
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Evolution

The аIJʹÙÍø Evolution (BIOS3171) course studies evolutionary ideas and research techniques to improve your scientific skills. You'll learn how to generate research questions, analyse and interpret data, and write a scientific paper.
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Exploring the Natural World

The аIJʹÙÍø Exploring the Natural World course (BEES1041) will introduce students to the science and scientific methods within the life, environmental and Earth sciences.
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Field Methods & Mapping

The аIJʹÙÍø Field Methods and Mapping (GEOS2131) course covers practical geological mapping techniques, general field skills, and the integration of stratigraphic, lithological, structural and paleontological concepts.
Australian Pelican, The Entrance, Central NSW, Australia

Evolutionary & Physiological Ecology

The аIJʹÙÍø Evolutionary and Physiological Ecology (BIOS2011) course introduces you to the functional relationships between living organisms and their environments with an emphasis on Charles Darwin’s Theory of evolution.
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Geographic Data Analysis

The аIJʹÙÍø Geographic Data Analysis (GEOS3821) course explores a toolbox of conceptual approaches and methods to model and analyse complex, and often non-deterministic geographic problems.
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Fundamentals of Atmospheric Science

The аIJʹÙÍø Fundamentals of Atmospheric Science (CLIM2001) course explores the basic physical principles and processes that govern our atmosphere and its climate. It will give you the necessary knowledge to understand everyday weather phenomena and more.
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Introduction to Astrobiology: Life in the Universe

The аIJʹÙÍø Introduction to Astrobiology (BEES2741) course is a fully online course on the search for life elsewhere in the universe, the origin of life on Earth and the future of life on our planet.
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Introduction to GIS & Remote Sensing

The аIJʹÙÍø Introduction to GIS and Remote Sensing (GEOS2821) course provides a theoretical understanding and practical introduction to the use of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing.
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Introduction to Science Communication

The аIJʹÙÍø Introduction to Science Communication (BEES2680) course is fully online and provides a solid foundation in science communication skills, including active listening and critical reading.
Glaciar Perito Moreno, El Calafate, Argentina

Introduction to Climate Change

The аIJʹÙÍø Introduction to Climate Change (CLIM1001) course is an online-only course that introduces you to climate law, climate psychology, electricity generation and climate impacts.
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Introductory to Marine Science

The аIJʹÙÍø Introductory Marine Science (MSCI1001) course will introduce you to a cross-section of the theory and application of marine science. This course was known as MSCI2001 in 2020 and in prior years.
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Investigating Earth and Its Evolution

The аIJʹÙÍø Investigating Earth and Its Evolution (GEOS1111) course provides a foundation of geology, exploring the properties of minerals and rocks, and the processes by which their form is described.
Rainbow Valley, Northern Territory, Australia

Life in Arid Lands

The аIJʹÙÍø Life in Arid Lands (BIOS3161) course provides you with a unique opportunity to learn about plant and animal life in arid lands.
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Marine & Aquatic Ecology

The аIJʹÙÍø Marine and Aquatic Ecology (BIOS2091) course and (MSCI9001) examines the ecology of aquatic habitats with a major focus on marine coastal systems such as kelp forests, coral reefs and seagrass meadows.
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Mineral Resources

The аIJʹÙÍø Mineral and Energy Resources (GEOS3141) course introduces the nature and formation of mineral energy and resources.