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623 results in the 2027 handbookScience
  1. GNA2022The dynamic cell

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    UnitLevel 26 credit pointsScience

    In this unit you will study the cell as a dynamic unit capable of responding to environmental, cellular and molecular cues that can result in a range of outcomes such as: motility; movement or rearrangement of internal structures;...

    Semester 2Clayton

  2. MCB2022The dynamic cell

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    UnitLevel 26 credit pointsScience

    In this unit you will study the cell as a dynamic unit capable of responding to environmental, cellular and molecular cues that can result in a range of outcomes such as: motility; movement or rearrangement of internal structures;...

    Semester 2Clayton

  3. EAE1022The Earth system: Changing environments and climates

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    UnitLevel 16 credit pointsScience

    This unit is a core unit for further studies in geosciences, climate and atmospheric science, environmental earth science, geographical science, and environmental science. We live on a constantly changing planet. In this unit, you will...

    Semester 2Clayton

  4. EAE1011The Earth system: From the core to the atmosphere

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    UnitLevel 16 credit pointsScience

    This unit is a core unit for further studies in geosciences, climate and atmospheric science, and environmental earth science. The Earth is a constantly changing complex system involving many physical, chemical, and biological processes...

    Semester 1Clayton

  5. MTH2132The nature and beauty of mathematics

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    UnitLevel 26 credit pointsScience

    This unit is intended for students with little or no mathematical background. Through the discussion of historical, practical and conceptual questions, it will emphasise the beauty and the power of mathematics. The number of topics covered...

    Semester 1Clayton

  6. MTH5220The theory of martingales in discrete time

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    UnitLevel 56 credit pointsScience

    Doob's convergence theorem. Optional sampling theorem. Discrete Stochastic integral. Martingale inequalities such as Doob and Burkholder-Davis-Gundy inequalities. Bucy-Kalman filter. Applications to finance. Option pricing - discrete...

    Semester 1Clayton

  7. MTH3230Time series and random processes in linear systems

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    UnitLevel 36 credit pointsScience

    Multivariate distributions. Estimation: maximum of likelihood and method of moments. Confidence intervals. Analysis in the time domain: stationary models, autocorrelation, partial autocorrelation. ARMA and ARIMA models. Analysis in the...

    Semester 2Clayton

  8. MTH4230Time series and random processes in linear systems

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    UnitLevel 46 credit pointsScience

    Multivariate distributions. Estimation: maximum of likelihood and method of moments. Confidence intervals. Analysis in the time domain: stationary models, autocorrelation, partial autocorrelation. ARMA and ARIMA models. Analysis in the...

    Semester 2Clayton

  9. MTH3130Topology: The mathematics of shape

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    UnitLevel 36 credit pointsScience

    From point-set topology to manifolds: sets, topological spaces, basis of topology, and properties of spaces such as compact, connected, and Hausdorff. Maps between spaces and their properties, including continuity, homeomorphism, and...

    Semester 1Clayton

  10. MTH4130Topology: The mathematics of shape

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    UnitLevel 46 credit pointsScience

    From point-set topology to manifolds: sets, topological spaces, basis of topology, and properties of spaces such as compact, connected, and Hausdorff. Maps between spaces and their properties, including continuity, homeomorphism, and...

    Semester 1Clayton

  11. ENS5340Transforming cities for sustainability

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    UnitLevel 56 credit pointsScience

    Every city is unique in its history, community, and sustainability challenges. Transformation toward positive urban futures requires thoughtful, collaborative action from all sectors and local communities. Climate change, population growth...

    Semester 2Clayton

  12. BTH1802Trends in biotechnology

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    UnitLevel 16 credit pointsScience

    This unit provides a comprehensive overview of classical and modern biotechnology, as well as recent advancements and new directions in biotechnology. This unit covers a wide range of topics, including recent developments in molecular...

    Semester 1Malaysia

  13. BIO3810Tropical aquatic biology

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    UnitLevel 36 credit pointsScience

    In this unit you will learn the biology of tropical aquatic ecosystems which focuses on South East Asia, (the Malaysian region in particular) but will also encompass aquatic environments in other parts of the tropics. You will examine the...

    Semester 1Malaysia

  14. TPEB-HRATropical environmental biology

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    Area of studyHonours48 credit pointsScience

  15. BIO4180Tropical environmental biology research project

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    UnitLevel 436 credit pointsScience

    You will undertake a supervised research project. You will carry out a research project and present the results of your study in both written and oral form. Information about research projects will be available from the course coordinator...

    Semester 2Full yearMalaysia

  16. BIO3800Tropical environmental management

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    UnitLevel 36 credit pointsScience

    This unit introduces you to environmental management issues in Southeast Asia, with a necessary emphasis on the philosophies, procedures, processes and examples from Malaysia. You will gain an understanding of the need for effective...

    Semester 1Malaysia

  17. BIO3820Tropical terrestrial biology

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    UnitLevel 36 credit pointsScience

    This unit covers all major aspects of tropical ecology, explaining why the world's tropics are so rich and diverse in species, what factors contribute to this richness and how the interactions between plants and animals result in such...

    Semester 2ClaytonMalaysia

  18. ENS5520Understanding human behaviour to influence change

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    UnitLevel 56 credit pointsScience

    Understanding and shifting human behaviour is critical to addressing many of the world’s pressing sustainability challenges. From waste reduction and water conservation to current health issues and social equity, many sustainability...

    Semester 1Clayton

  19. MSI5520Understanding human behaviour to influence system change

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    UnitLevel 56 credit pointsScience

    Behavioural change approaches are an important, and often very cost effective, part of the mix of solutions to many sustainability and other public policy issues, such as water conservation, energy efficiency and immunisation. Considerable...

    Indonesia

  20. EAE3331Water: hydrology, landscapes and risk

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    UnitLevel 36 credit pointsScience

    Water is a critical resource for natural and human systems. It allows life to thrive and shapes landscapes. In this unit, you will investigate the movement and cycling of fresh water within the Earth system across a range of environments,...

    Semester 1Clayton