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Master of Science (Earth and Environmental Sciences) | 2018
The Master of Science (Earth and Environmental Sciences) is for students who wish to extend their knowledge and diversify their skill base within a range of sub-disciplines of the Earth and Environmental Sciences, and in particular, Environmental Science, Geology and Physical Geography. The degree emphasises the interconnectedness of the many sub-disciplines within the Earth and Environmental Sciences, and is a flexible program allowing students to specialise in a given area, or undertake a diverse program of study. The degree will serve as a refresher program for graduates wishing to explore specific combinations of topics in greater detail; a program for professionals already practicing aspects of Earth and Environmental Sciences seeking additional analytical skills, and as a stepping stone for graduates intending to proceed to a higher degree by research, upon completion of the program. The program is also suitable for graduates from other disciplines. The core subjects provide the opportunity to develop research skills through the completion of major research reports.
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to demonstrate:
| CLO | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Demonstrate knowledge of the Earth and its environment including local, national, global, Indigenous and evolutionary perspectives by generating and evaluating complex ideas and solutions which incorporate spatial perspectives | ||||||
| 2 | Propose one or more solutions for existing and/or new real world situations in professional practice within the context of Earth and Environmental sciences | ||||||
| 3 | Identify and critically evaluate knowledge, theories and problems derived from disciplines within the Earth and Environmental Sciences including spatial contexts | ||||||
| 4 | Plan and execute a substantial research based project for professional practice or scholarship within the context of Earth and Environmental Sciences | ||||||
| 5 | Design, apply, generate and evaluate hypotheses and theories, methodologies and concepts for professional practice or scholarship in applied Earth and Environmental Sciences | ||||||
| 6 | Communicate knowledge, theories and methods pertaining to the Earth and Environmental Sciences to diverse audiences using appropriate technologies and communication skills. | ||||||
Course Structure
To qualify for award of the degree, the Master of Science (Earth and Environmental Sciences), a candidate must successfully complete at least 72 credit points, chosen from the table below.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| EESC950 | Advanced Topic A | 12 | Annual, Autumn, Spring, Spring 2018/Autumn 2019, Summer 2018/2019 |
| EESC901 | Advanced Plate Tectonics, Macrotopography and Earth History | 12 | Autumn |
| EESC902 | Advanced Coastal Environments: Processes and Management | 12 | Spring |
| EESC903 | Advanced Fluvial Geomorphology and Sedimentology | 12 | Autumn |
| EESC909 | Dung, Death and Decay: modern scientific methods in archaeology | 12 | Autumn |
| EESC911 | Advanced Isotope Geochemistry | 12 | Not available in 2018 |
| EESC922 | Advanced Sediments and Fuels | 12 | Spring |
| EESC926 | Advanced Resources and Environments | 12 | Spring |
| EESC953 | Advanced Topic B | 12 | Annual, Autumn, Spring, Summer 2018/2019 |
| ENVI913 | Directed Studies in Earth Sciences | 12 | Annual, Autumn, Spring |
Please click the subject codes in the above table for information on sessions of offer for each subject at different locations. For information regarding timetables, tutorials, and classes please the visit the Timetables and Classes page.
Other Information
For further information please email: smah-students@uow.edu.au