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BIO2011Ecology and biodiversity

UnitLevel 2|6 credit points|Science

This unit is an introduction to ecology; the scientific study of the interactions between organisms and their environment. Ecology and biodiversity forms the foundation for understanding conservation and the management of genetics, species...

Semester 1Clayton

PHS2062Electromagnetism and optics

UnitLevel 2|6 credit points|Science

Electromagnetism and optics fundamentally underpin such modern communication technologies as radio, cellular phones, GPS, Wi-Fi, laser and optical fibres. 1. Electromagnetism: classical electromagnetic theory; Maxwell's equations; Gauss's...

Semester 2Clayton

CHM3960Environmental chemistry

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

The Environmental Chemistry unit explores the basics of our environment, focusing on air, soil, and water. Through a mix of online activities, face-to-face workshops and hands-on lab work, you'll explore the intricacies of these...

Semester 1Clayton

CHM2951Environmental chemistry: Water

UnitLevel 2|6 credit points|Science

A fundamental understanding of the principles underlying aquatic chemistry and their application in the study of aquatic processes. Includes: equilibria, activity and solubility; acid-base and carbonate equilibria, coordination chemistry...

Semester 1Clayton

ENV2022Environmental field skills and monitoring

UnitLevel 2|6 credit points|Science

This unit provides an introduction to the monitoring of plants, water and soils. It provides hands-on and industry relevant experience in the tools and techniques for conducting a multi-disciplinary environmental assessment. Techniques for...

Semester 2Clayton

BTH3732Environmental microbiology

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

In this unit you will begin by examining the fundamental principles of microbial ecology and the basic methods used in this area. You will then learn the role of microorganisms in biogeochemical nutrient cycles, some important natural...

Semester 1Malaysia

EAE2011Environmental problem solving and visualisation

UnitLevel 2|6 credit points|Science

This unit will provide you with the ability to solve a wide-ranging set of common problems in environmental and climate science. Through practical problem solving it will introduce quantitative methods and techniques used in environmental...

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

ENS5920Environment and sustainability project

UnitLevel 5|12 credit points|Science

This 12 credit point unit enables you to undertake an applied project in environment and sustainability during the advanced practice year of the course. It provides an opportunity to pursue a contained research topic, in an applied manner,...

Semester 1Semester 2Clayton

IMM3802Essentials of applied immunology

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

This unit aims to introduce you to some fundamental aspects of immunology. It reviews the normal immune response to foreign antigens and how it provides defence against microorganisms, and also the pathogenesis and diagnosis of disorders...

Semester 2Malaysia

GEN3062Evolutionary and ecological genetics

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

Biodiversity which encompasses the genetic diversity found in single populations to the global distribution of species and their interactions is the outcome of evolutionary processes. Whether your primary interests lean towards ecology and...

Semester 2Clayton

BIO3020Evolutionary ecology

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

This unit introduces key concepts in evolutionary ecology, equipping you with research and communication skills, and knowledge of how evolution shapes ecological processes. The unit commences with a refresher of fundamental definitions of...

Semester 1Clayton

BIO2181Evolution of plant diversity

UnitLevel 2|6 credit points|Science

This unit examines the diversity of plant life, how plants evolved and how they live and grow. Topics cover evolutionary theory, the interpretation and use of phylogenetic trees in biodiversity research, plant form and function, and plant...

Semester 1Clayton

PHY3072Exercise physiology

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

The unit addresses the physiological responses to exercise, in particular, muscle energy supply and consumption, metabolism and fatigue. You will extend your understanding of these responses to the adaptions of exercise training and the...

Semester 2Clayton

DEV3011Experimental developmental biology and disease modelling

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

This unit introduces you to the concepts and experimental systems in developmental biology. How gene expression is regulated during development and thereby leads to the development of differentiated cells and tissues is considered....

Semester 1Clayton

PHS3000Experimental physics

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

In this unit, you will perform advanced laboratory experiments designed to broaden your experimental skills and physics knowledge. Tuition is provided for the following skills: writing research-grade laboratory notebooks, preparing concise...

Semester 1Semester 2Clayton

HUP2032Exploring human disease and pathology diagnostics

UnitLevel 2|6 credit points|Science

The cells and organs of the human body work together to regulate our internal environment; a process known as homeostasis. Despite influences from our external environment, homeostasis ensures that a delicate internal balance is...

Semester 2Clayton

BAS5515Facilitating systemic change

UnitLevel 5|6 credit points|Science

Systemic change needs sustained, creative, future-oriented collaboration among diverse actors. Facilitation is fundamental to this. Effective facilitators build trust and relationships and enable productive sharing, quality decision-making...

Semester 2Clayton

EAE2532Field geology and geological mapping

UnitLevel 2|6 credit points|Science

The goal of this unit is to provide you with they key skills required to collect and analyse structural, lithological and stratigraphic data in the field, including how to construct and analyse geological maps. Relevant theoretical and...

Semester 2Clayton

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