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French St, Hobart, Tasmania (TAS) 7005
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All international students will need to meet the minimum English Language Requirements, University General Entry Requirements and any course specific requirements such as pre-requisite subjects, if applicable. English Language Requirements This degree requires an IELTS (Academic) of 6.0, with no individual band less than 5.5, or a PTE Academic score of 50, with no score lower than 42 or equivalent.
For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship or prior studies in English in an approved country, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided. See the English Language Requirements page for more information. General Entry Requirements This degree program is available to students who have completed years 1 and 2 in the Bachelor Science (Marine Science) degree at the Ocean University of China. These students will complete years 3 and 4 requirements as described in the “Course Structure” section above. Course Specific Requirements This course does not have any course specific requirements.
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Introduction to Marine and Antarctic Science A
KSA101 will provide a background to the science and management of the seas with focus on Antarctic and Southern Ocean. On the completion of this unit, students will demonstrate a knowledge and comprehension of the contemporary issues facing Antarctic, marine…
Introduction to Marine and Antarctic Science B
This unit introduces students to the science disciplines underpinning the study of marine and Antarctic environments and the application of science to solve problems in marine and Antarctic disciplines. It provides the foundational skills and knowledge for students in the…
Introduction to Oceanography
In this unit you will receive an introduction to oceanography- the interdisciplinary science of the oceans. You will learn about the physics of the ocean, including the forces that drive the movement of water and aspects important to the coastal…
Earth, Climate and Life
The physical and living aspects of the global environment interact to produce the extraordinary variety of landscapes, ecosystems and species that occupy this planet. This unit highlights the interplay and conservation of controlling processes so that they continue to maintain…
Marine and Antarctic Ecosystems
In Marine and Antarctic Ecosystems you will be introduced to coastal and open ocean ecosystems from the tropics to the poles, covering water-column and benthic communities including reefs and the deep sea. The unit will cover fundamental concepts of marine…
Our Changing Climate
Human-induced climate change is arguably the most serious problem currently facing our planet. Detecting and attributing human-induced climate change requires an understanding of the mechanisms of natural climate variability as well as trends in climate. Earth's climate is a coupled…
Antarctic Climate Evolution and Past Extremes
Synthesising the comprehensive skills and knowledge from the marine science curriculum, this unit examines Antarctic climate evolution and its past extremes to provide context for future climate projections. This unit investigates past periods of climate extreme and rapid change to…
Oceanographic Methods
The goal of the unit is to introduce students to research at sea and provide hands-on exposure to standard methods for the collection and analysis of data in physical, chemical, and biological oceanography and marine mapping. Students will have the…
Ocean Dynamics and Global Climate Variability
Building on your understanding of oceanographic techniques, observation, and modelling, this unit delves into the dynamics of ocean circulation and its influence on global climate variability. You will gain an understanding of fundamental concepts in ocean dynamics across various scales,…
Mathematics 1A
The applicability of calculus and linear algebra is so broad that fluency in it is essential for a successful career in a variety of areas including science and engineering. This unit is devoted to the conceptual and logical development of…
Mathematics 1B
This unit is a continuation of KMA152, with emphasis on the application of single-variable calculus and linear algebra to problems in mathematics, the physical and biological sciences, economics, and engineering. Topics include complex numbers, linear equations and matrices, numerical integration…
Calculus and Applications 2
This unit is a continuation of KMA152 and KMA154, with emphasis on the application of multivariable calculus and Fourier Series to problems in mathematics, the physical and biological sciences, economics, and engineering. The calculus section of this unit is focussed…
Linear Algebra and Differential Equations
This second-semester unit provides core knowledge in linear algebra and differential equations. The first half of the unit demonstrates the central role linear algebra plays in mathematics by covering the fundamental concepts of vector spaces and the analysis of linear…
Computational Techniques 3
Numerical methods are necessary in science and engineering, because most problems of practical interest are just too difficult to be solved in “closed form”. While many important problems, such as the motion of a mass on a spring etc., have…
Data Handling and Statistics 3
Data Handling and Statistics 3 is the third applied statistics units offered by the School of Natural Sciences (Mathematics). This unit is required in the Statistics and Decision Science major and it provides an extension of the concepts, methods and…
Partial Differential Equations, Applications and Methods 3
Partial differential equations (PDEs) are arise in many areas of applied mathematics; whenever a problem changes continuously in space and in time as, for example, in fluid flow or a description of the spread of a virus, PDEs are inevitably…
Physics 1A
The objective of this unit is to provide a thorough grounding in mechanics, properties of matter, and oscillations, as well as to appreciate the mathematical framework through which quantitative problems in these areas can be solved. On completion of the…
Physics 1B
The unit KYA102 Physics 1B is the second semester unit designed for students who intend to proceed with further studies in Physics in later years, or who will be proceeding to other courses for which a strong Physics background is…
Data Handling and Statistics 2
Data Handling and Statistics 2 is the second of three applied statistics units offered by the School of Natural Sciences (Mathematics). This unit is designed to extend students' knowledge of statistical data analysis. It builds on the concepts introduced in…
Waves and Kinetic Theory
The unit KYA211 Waves and Kinetic Theory is the core unit in physics major for second year, first semester. It is also suitable for students who wish to study physics beyond first year but who do not intend to major…
Honours
Administrative unit to be used for recording Honours grades and marks…
Geodesy: Observing Our Changing Planet
Geodesy is the study of the Earth's dynamic shape, size, and gravitational field. Modern space geodetic observations underpin not only our ability to determine precise location on Earth and in orbit, but a broad number of scientific fields that address…
Research Methods in Marine and Antarctic Science
KSA405 is a dynamic unit designed to immerse you in the interdisciplinary realm of marine and Antarctic research practices, preparing you for both the scientific technical workforce and advanced research endeavours at the Honours/Masters level and beyond. Throughout this unit,…
Modelling Biological Data
In this unit, you will explore advanced quantitative techniques essential for modern biology and ecology. With the increasing availability of large and complex datasets, you will develop ability to recognise the nuances of particular data types, and skill in building…
Marine and Antarctic Research Project (Part 1 of 2)
The unit is designed to develop knowledge and skills in research oriented towards marine science. Students will be taught how to work collaboratively in groups and then will prepare a research plan, present an introductory seminar, then conduct a group…
Marine and Antarctic Research Project (Part 2 of 2)
The unit is designed to develop knowledge and skills in research oriented towards marine science. Students will be taught how to work collaboratively in groups and then will prepare a research plan, present an introductory seminar, then conduct a group…
Physical Oceanography Honours (Part 1 of 4)
The program is designed to develop knowledge and skills in research oriented towards physical oceanography, beyond those gained in undergraduate courses. Students will first complete a literature review, prepare a research plan and proposal, and present an introductory seminar, then…
Physical Oceanography Honours (Part 2 of 4)
The program is designed to develop knowledge and skills in research oriented towards physical oceanography, beyond those gained in undergraduate courses. Students will first complete a literature review, prepare a research plan and proposal, and present an introductory seminar, then…
Physical Oceanography Honours (Part 3 of 4)
The program is designed to develop knowledge and skills in research oriented towards physical oceanography, beyond those gained in undergraduate courses. Students will first complete a literature review, prepare a research plan and proposal, and present an introductory seminar, then…
Physical Oceanography Honours (Part 4 of 4)
The program is designed to develop knowledge and skills in research oriented towards physical oceanography, beyond those gained in undergraduate courses. Students will first complete a literature review, prepare a research plan and proposal, and present an introductory seminar, then…
Common Questions
Students can specialise in areas such as Astrophysics. For example, Honours students have the opportunity to study optical astronomy, including research into stellar objects and close contact binary star systems using the University's own observatory facilities.
Yes, the University of Tasmania has the Greenhill Observatory located north of Hobart, which is equipped with 50cm and 1.3m optical telescopes that students can use for their Honours research projects.
Because of its location in the southern hemisphere, the University of Tasmania's observatories can observe stellar objects located near the south celestial pole that are impossible to observe from most of the northern hemisphere, giving UTas researchers a unique scientific advantage.
Yes, Honours students are encouraged to continue their research. For instance, Morgan Febey, who studied OY Carinae for her Honours thesis, plans to make it the subject of her PhD and continue working within the physics department at UTas.
Students are expected to have completed an undergraduate Bachelor of Science degree with relevant majors. For example, Morgan Febey majored in mathematics and physics during her Bachelor of Science, studying every available astrophysics unit in her second and third years before progressing to Honours.
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