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MTH1020Analysis of change

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

This unit develops critical thinking generally as well as a comprehensive understanding of several important areas of mathematics, equipping you with versatile techniques and skills applicable within specific disciplines, for example the...

Semester 1Semester 2Clayton

BIO1011Blueprints for life

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

This unit will explore the fundamental processes and patterns common to all life on Earth. It will examine how living organisms grow, develop diverse and complex structures, harness and utilise energy and transmit their life blueprints to...

Semester 1ClaytonMalaysia

CHM1011Chemistry 1

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

This unit has been designed such that some previous understanding of chemistry is beneficial, but the unit is underpinned by a support structure for those who are relatively new to the subject. On completion of this unit, you will have...

Semester 1Clayton

CHM1051Chemistry 1 advanced

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

This unit has been designed for students who have demonstrated a strong aptitude for chemistry during secondary studies. On completion of this unit, you will be able to apply their understanding of the main chemical principles underpinning...

Semester 1Semester 2ClaytonMalaysia

CHM1022Chemistry 2

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

You will explore the behaviour and characteristics of chemicals through a number of interesting case studies incorporating a range of significant biological and synthetic molecules. Along the way, you will discuss the formation of...

Semester 2Clayton

CHM1052Chemistry 2 advanced

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

This unit has been designed for students who have demonstrated a strong aptitude for chemistry during secondary and/or tertiary studies. In this unit, you will exploit your understanding of general and physical chemistry discussed in...

Semester 1Semester 2ClaytonMalaysia

PHS1011Classical physics and relativity

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

In this unit, you will build on your knowledge of classical (non-quantum) physics related to concepts of motion, forces, momentum and energy; including their application to oscillations, waves and thermal physics. You will also investigate...

Semester 1Clayton

CLI1100Climate change: A wicked problem

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

Climate change presents a challenge that society must meet head-on. In this unit, you will learn to view climate change as an intersectional problem with the potential to affect every part of human life. You will begin at the start of the...

Semester 1Clayton

CLI1200Climate change: Impacts and adaptations

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

We are transitioning into a new era, where a changing climate presents new challenges for society. You will learn how we can adapt, change and mitigate to prevent the most dangerous impacts of climate change. You will analyse the risks...

Semester 2Clayton

ADS1001Data challenges 1

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

This is the first in a series of data challenges units which collectively develop a broad range of knowledge and transferable skills through studio-based learning, applied problem-solving and the exploration of a broad diversity of...

Semester 1ClaytonMalaysia

ADS1002Data challenges 2

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

This is the second in a series of data challenges units which builds on industry-relevant data science case studies explored during the first semester of the course. Team-based learning is used to further develop and apply the suite of...

Semester 2ClaytonMalaysia

ASP1010Earth to cosmos: Introductory astronomy

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

This unit focuses on concepts that will allow you to gain understanding of key astrophysical phenomena. The topics covered include the night sky, the historical development of astronomical knowledge, our solar system, comets and asteroids,...

Semester 1Clayton

ENV1800Environmental science: A Southeast Asian perspective

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

This unit introduces you to the tropical environments of Southeast Asia from coral reefs and mangrove swamps to lowland rain forests and mountains. It explores the flora, fauna, climate, biogeography and ecosystems of the region. A...

Semester 2Malaysia

PHS1022Fields and quantum physics

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

This unit forms part of mainstream physics. You will study the foundations of rotational dynamics, the gravitational field, electrostatics, magnetism and quantum physics. Together these topics underpin interactions in our universe at...

Semester 2Clayton

PHS1001Foundation physics

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

The unit introduces fundamental principles of Newtonian mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves and oscillations, and quantum physics. The unit explores these concepts in the context of current technology in areas such as...

Semester 1Clayton

MTH1110Foundations of mathematics

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

This unit develops foundational concepts and techniques in discrete mathematics, with an emphasis on mathematical structures, proof and abstraction. Topics include logic and proof, sets, relations and functions, combinatorics, recurrence...

Semester 1Semester 2Clayton

MTH1010Functions and their applications

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

Functions, domain and range, function representation; different types of functions including linear, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, polynomial and rational functions; function algebra; composition of functions; inverse of...

Semester 1Semester 2Clayton

FST1800Fundamentals of food and sensory science

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

Food science is a highly interdisciplinary applied science. It incorporates concepts from many different fields including microbiology, chemistry, biochemistry, and nutrition. This unit provides a comprehensive review of the biological and...

Semester 1Malaysia

SCI1200Humans, evolution and modern society

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

Evolution has shaped and continues to shape humans and the world in which we live. Some of the most challenging issues facing society such as the battle of the sexes, war and violence, population growth and even the global obesity epidemic...

Semester 2Clayton

SCI1501Impact through science 1A

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

This inaugural level-one “Impact through science” unit sits at the core of the Bachelor of Science Advanced - Global Challenges (Honours). It lays the groundwork for your academic and personal development, introducing two parallel modules:...

Semester 1Clayton