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Bachelor of Science (Geology) | 2019
In this course you will combine fieldwork, practical experience and research to develop knowledge of the composition of Earth and its resources and the processes that have impacted, moulded and continue to influence Earth systems. You will learn how to apply geological techniques (including geological and spatial mapping), and the identification of minerals, fossils, and rocks to understand the structure of the Earth and the location of its natural resources. This will equip you with the required knowledge of current issues in Geology and enable you to propose strategies and solutions to address these problems.
Major Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this major students will be able to:
- Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge and understanding of the trends, processes and impacts that shape the Earth and its environment including local, national, global, cultural, Indigenous and spatial perspectives.
- Critically evaluate information and data to assess scientific methods and frameworks in geological sciences.
- Develop hypotheses and experiments to test against evidence-based scientific facts, laws, principles and evidence.
- Identify and articulate real world problems derived from the geological sciences.
- Apply knowledge and appropriate techniques, including those associated with fieldwork, to evaluate possible solutions to real world problems and defend choice of solution against alternatives.
- Locate, synthesise and evaluate data, information, results and literature pertaining to geological sciences using appropriate methods, measurements, tools and technologies.
- Communicate geological perspectives and knowledge effectively to a range of audiences using appropriate technologies and communication skills.
- Demonstrate ethical, professional, public and personal conduct and capacity to reflect on and direct own learning and practice and participate constructively in decision-making within the context of geological science.
Course Structure
To qualify for award of the degree, the Bachelor of Science (Geology), a candidate must successfully complete at least 144 credit points, as outlined below.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||
| EESC101 | Planet Earth | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC103 | Earth's Dynamic Surface | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC102 | Earth's Interconnected Spheres | 6 | Spring |
| EESC105 | Introductory Geospatial Analysis | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| Total for major at Year 1: 24 credit points | |||
| Recommended Electives | |||
| MATH151 | General Mathematics 1A | 6 | Autumn, Summer 2019/2020 |
| SCIE103 | Climate Change | 6 | Spring |
| GEOG123 | Indigenous Geographies: Questioning Country | 6 | Spring |
| Year 2 | |||
| EESC201 | Earth's Inferno | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC207 | Advanced Geospatial Analysis | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| EESC209 | G-cubed: Geochemistry, Geochronology, Geophysics | 6 | Spring |
| EESC250 | Field Geology | 6 | Summer 2019/2020 |
| Total for major at Year 2: 24 credit points | |||
| Recommended Electives | |||
| EESC203 | Biogeography and Environmental Change | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC202 | Shaping Earth's Surface | 6 | Spring |
| Year 3^ | |||
| EESC321 | Plate Tectonics, Macrotopography and Earth History | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC326 | Resources and Environments | 6 | Spring |
| EESC332 | Sedimentology, Stratigraphy and Palaeoenvironments | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC320 | Capstone:Earth and Environmental Sciences | 6 | Spring |
| Total for major at Year 3: 24 credit points | |||
| Recommended Electives | |||
| EESC323 | Fluvial Geomorphology and Sedimentology | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC328 | Dung, Death and Decay: Modern scientific methods in archaeology | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC322 | Coastal Environments: Process and Management | 6 | Spring |
| EESC331 | Changing Global Environments | 6 | Spring |
| Total for major: 72 credit points | |||
| Plus elective subjects chosen from the Science or General Schedules: 72 credit points | |||
| Degree Total: 144 credit points | |||
* Students who have not completed HSC Mathematics at Band 4 or higher (or equivalent) are required to complete a mathematics subject (MATH151 or equivalent) normally in the first year.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.
^ Students interested in a career in Geology are urged to take more than the minimum required 24 credit points of 300-level EESC subjects. A graduate with 30 credit points of 300-level EESC subjects has a more comprehensive Geology degree.
Honours
See separate entry for the Bachelor of Science (Honours).
Entry Requirements and Credit Arrangements
Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder.
Other Information
For further information please email: smah-students@uow.edu.au