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Environmental earth science
EAE2322
Synopsis
In this unit, you will learn to analyse the intricate relationship between soils, water, and vegetation in natural and human-modified environments. These components play a critical role in the development, maintenance, and functioning of ecosystems. You will explore how human activities influence these fundamental processes. Throughout the course, you will gain a deep understanding of how both biotic and abiotic factors shape natural and managed ecosystems. You will explore the interactions between soils, water, and vegetation, uncovering their significant roles in ecosystem functioning. You will also examine broader-scale issues, such as the impact of human actions and climatic factors on land, water and vegetation management and conservation. You will analyse the intricate web of interactions that define our relationship with the natural world.
Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.
Quick facts
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 2
- Audience
- Undergraduate
- Type
- Coursework
- School
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty
- School of Earth, Atmosphere and Environment
- Handbook year
- 2026
Prerequisites (1)
What it unlocks (3)
Offerings (1)
- Second semesterClayton · ON-CAMPUS
Listed in 9 areas of study
- Environmental earth scienceLevel 2 units
- Environmental earth scienceCore studies
- Environmental earth scienceLevel 2 units
- Environmental scienceLevel 2 units
- Geographical scienceCore units
- Geographical scienceAdditional geographical science units
- Geographical scienceAdditional geographical science units
- Human geographyLevel 2 and 3 elective units
- Human geographyLevel 2 and 3 elective units