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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Science (Physical Geography) | 2020
In this course you will combine field work, practical experience and research to develop an understanding of how the dynamics of physical processes acting on the surface of the Earth create landscapes. You will also investigate the impacts and consequences of human existence on the landscape. You will learn how to apply techniques used to examine the spatial pattern and evolution of landscapes over time. This will equip you with the required knowledge of current issues related to Physical Geography and allow you to use the acquired skills to propose strategies and solutions to these problems.
Major Learning Outcomes
Students completing this major will be able to:
MLO | Description | ||||||
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1 | Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge and understanding of the trends, processes and impacts that shape the Earth including local, national, global, cultural, Indigenous and spatial perspectives. | ||||||
2 | Critically evaluate information and data to assess scientific methods and frameworks in physical geography. | ||||||
3 | Develop hypotheses and experiments to test against evidence-based scientific methods and frameworks in physical geography. | ||||||
4 | Identify and articulate real world problems derived from physical geography. | ||||||
5 | 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. | ||||||
6 | Locate, interpret and evaluate data, information, results and literature pertaining to physical geography using appropriate methods, measurements, tools and technologies. | ||||||
7 | Communicate physical geography perspectives and knowledge effectively to a range of audiences using appropriate technologies and communication skills. | ||||||
8 | 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 physical geography. |
Course Structure
The below structure is only available to students completing a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Science (Physical Geography). To qualify for award of the degree, the Bachelor of Science (Physical Geography), a candidate must successfully complete 72 credit points of core subjects outlined below.
Note:
- students required to complete MATH151 are required to complete additional credit points, which may extend the duration of your degree
Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
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Autumn Year 1 | |||
EESC101 | Planet Earth | 6 | Autumn |
EESC105 | Introductory Geospatial Analysis | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
MATH151 | General Mathematics 1A* | 6 | Autumn, Summer 2020/2021 |
*MATH151 MUST be completed by all students who have not completed NSW HSC Mathematics or equivalent at Band 4 or higher | |||
Spring Year 1 | |||
EESC102 | Earth's Interconnected Spheres | 6 | Spring |
EESC103 | Earth's Dynamic Surface | 6 | Spring |
Autumn Year 2 | |||
EESC203 | Biogeography and Environmental Change | 6 | Autumn |
EESC207 | Advanced Geospatial Analysis | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
Spring Year 2 | |||
EESC202 | Shaping Earth's Surface | 6 | Spring |
EESC209 | G-cubed: Geochemistry, Geochronology, Geophysics | 6 | Spring |
Year 3 | |||
Autumn Year 3 | |||
EESC323 | Fluvial Geomorphology and Sedimentology | 6 | Autumn |
Spring Year 3 | |||
EESC320 | Project Management in the Earth and Environmental Sciences | 6 | Spring |
EESC322 | Coastal Environments: Process and Management | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
EESC331 | Changing Global Environments | 6 | Spring |
NOTE: Students may be required to contribute to food, transport and accommodation costs associated with the provision of field trips that form part of the course of study.