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Brisbane
349 Queen St, BRISBANE, QLD 4000
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Introduction to Biodiversity
Chemistry: The Central Science
Evolution of the Earth
Introductory Marine Science
Preparatory Mathematics
Preparatory Chemistry
Modelling Natural Systems
Modelling Natural Systems-Advanced
Geographic Information Systems
Marine Chemistry and Chemical Ecology
Functional Biology of Marine Organisms
Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
Quantitative Methods in Science
Quantitative Methods in Science-Advanced
Marine Physics
Advanced Marine Physics
Biological Oceanography
Coral Reef Geomorphology
Advanced Environmental and Marine Geoscience Technologies and Applications
Coastal, Estuarine and Mangrove Ecosystems
Sensors and Sensing for Scientists
Coastal and Catchment Geomorphology
Chemistry: Principles and Applications
Organic Chemistry
Analytical Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry
Earth's Climate: Past, Present and Future
Introductory Outback Field Geosciences
Geochemistry of the Earth and Environment
Structural Geology and Tectonics
Energy Resources and Basin Analysis
Environmental Processes and Global Change
Australian Landscape Processes and Evolution
Advanced Geographic Information Systems
Remote Sensing
Fundamentals of Ecology
Invertebrate Biology
Managing Tropical Fisheries
Fisheries Science
Fundamentals of Ecology
Marine Biogeography
Invertebrate Biology
Evolution and Ecology of Reef Fishes
Coral Reef Ecology
Mathematical Techniques
Mathematical Foundations
Mathematics for Scientists and Engineers
Linear Algebra
Advanced Statistical Modelling
Database Modelling
Statistical Data Mining for Big Data
Newtonian Physics
Physics of the Ocean and Atmosphere
Classical Mechanics
Electromagnetism and Optics
Medical and Radiation Physics
Common Questions
Students undertake research at the JCU Orpheus Island Research Station and on-site at various coral reef, island, seagrass and mangrove environments. You will also access JCU's research vessels, advanced research aquariums and laboratories, and study locations including the Great Barrier Reef National Park.
You will develop high-level skills in evolving technologies including seabed mapping and fish assessment sonar, oceanographic sensors, and a range of technologies used for gathering data above and below the waves, including cutting-edge sensors and radar.
The minimum ATAR required is 75. Recommended knowledge includes English (Units 3/4, C), Chemistry (Units 3/4, C), and General Maths or Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4, C). Students with an ATAR of 90 or above are guaranteed entry with all subject prerequisites waived, and those with an ATAR of 73 or above are guaranteed entry if they meet the subject prerequisites.
Yes, the Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree is available for high-achieving students. It consists of extra study and the development of a personal research project and thesis. An Honours degree is usually essential for entry to research higher degrees.
The estimated annual Commonwealth Supported Fee for a full-time study load is $8,800 AUD. Please note this estimate is variable and subject to fluctuation depending on choice of elective subjects. A Student Services and Amenities Fee is also required. Fee deferral via HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP and scholarships are available if eligible.
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