To be read in conjunction with the program of study requirements for the degree in which you are enrolled:
The major aims to provide students with a broad-based foundation in science together with the ability to acquire extensive subject knowledge in the science disciplines Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology.
It also aims to develop a range of transferable research, analytical and communication skills including the capacity to:
The major provides the foundations that will underpin ongoing professional development, preparing graduates for further study in disciplines related to ecological and evolutionary studies or for a career in field related to ecology and evolutionary biology or in other areas where the range of skills and knowledge acquired is needed or desirable.
Graduates of the course are expected to be able to:
The following topics must be selected as part of the 36-unit First Year program:
BIOL1101 Evolution of Biological Diversity (4.5 units)
BIOL1102 Molecular Basis of Life (4.5 units)
Plus one of:
CHEM1101 Chemical Structure and Bonding (4.5 units)
CHEM1201 General Chemistry (4.5 units)
Plus:
CHEM1202 Chemistry for the Life Sciences (4.5 units)
18 units comprising:
BIOL2701 Experimental Design and Statistics for Biology (4.5 units)
BIOL2702 Genetics, Evolution and Biodiversity (4.5 units)
BIOL2711 Ecology (4.5 units)
BIOL2712 Animal Diversity (4.5 units)
18 units comprising:
BIOL3701 Conservation Biology and Restoration Ecology (4.5 units)
BIOL3702 Marine and Freshwater Biology (4.5 units)
BIOL3711 Plant and Algal Diversity (4.5 units)
BIOL3712 Integrative Physiology of Animals and Plants (4.5 units)
Program - Biological Sciences - Year 4 topics for students undertaking the Bachelor of Science (Honours) 4 Year or Bachelor of Science (Honours) Enhanced Program for High Achievers.
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