BB-GLGBIO v.3 Bachelor of Science (Applied Geology), Bachelor of Science (Environmental Biology)

Bachelor Double Degrees prepare students to develop broad and coherent knowledge and skills in more than one discipline for professional work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 7 qualifications.

This double degree provides students with an integrated education program in both exploration/applied geology and environmental biology. The program provides dual qualifications in these areas and provides graduates with unique opportunities to obtain employment in resource development and related land management fields involving natural resource management. Resource exploration and management frequently take place in arid environments and involve issues of restoration after mining, maintenance of biodiversity, eco-system management and rehabilitation of degraded and salt-affected landscapes. This course provides a knowledge of the geological/biological principles required for management of both living and non-living resources.

Professional Recognition

Graduates of the undergraduate degree in Applied Geology are eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Geoscientists, the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy and the Geological Society of Australia. The BSc (Applied Geology) is recognised by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. Graduates are also eligible for Associate Membership of the Australian Institute of Biology and the Environment Institute of Australia. Full membership becomes possible for graduates with honours or pass degrees after three or four years of professional practice.

Career Opportunities

Graduates will find employment opportunities in related fields of mineral exploration, mine management and environmental biology.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials. Students may be required to pay for additional expenses whilst on fieldwork/clinical placements.

Bachelor Double Degrees include a combined degree study program leading to two awards. The duration of the double degree may vary among disciplines, but typically requires less time to complete than if the two undergraduate degrees were studied separately. Students can take no more than 250 credit points of first year level units.

Students enrolled in the double degree program may elect to transfer to a single degree course in one of the two disciplines. In this event, the relevant Head of Department shall determine the amount of credit to be transferred to the single degree.

Course Learning Outcomes

A graduate of this course can:

1. apply fundamental geological or biological principles and concepts in theoretical, practical and vocational situations; expand discipline knowledges through research where appropriate

2. solve discipline based problems applying scientific methods and creative thinking in a logical and rational way

3. access, evaluate and synthesise information and data from multiple sources using discipline skills and knowledge to analyse and present findings

4. communicate effectively and appropriately to varied audiences using a variety of communication methods

5. select and employ appropriate technologies to fulfil requirements of Biological and Applied Geological environments; recognising advantages and disadvantages of various technologies as required

6. develop an independent ability to acquire information as required and recognise the need to remain current to industry and discipline requirements

7. recognise and appreciate international perspectives and global standards as they impact upon collecting and reporting data and other relevant scientific pursuits

8. acknowledge the need for sustainable use of earth resources, and value environmental, indigenous and other community perspectives on geological and geophysical activities

9. work ethically and professionally independently and as part of a team, complying with applicable legislation and managing time and other resources efficiently and effectively; develop employability and leadership skills as appropriate

Duration and availability

The course is four years' full-time or equivalent part-time study. Special approval is required for Semester 2 intake. International students will only have a February intake.

Location and delivery Mode

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.

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# Field trips form an essential part of these units and attendance is compulsory

## Field trips form an essential part of this unit and attendance is compulsory.

* #CHEM1003 Introduction to Chemistry for students who have not passed Chemistry ATAR or Equivalent CHEM1001 Biological Chemistry for students who have passed Chemistry ATAR or Equivalent GEOL1003, GEOL2009, and GEOL3009 - Field trips form an essential part of these units and attendance is compulsory

** Biological Chemistry for students who have passed Chemistry ATAR or Equivalent

^ Introduction to Chemistry for students who have not passed Chemistry ATAR or Equivalent

Applicants for a Bachelor Double Degree are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://study.curtin.edu.au/ and include flexible entry pathways. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.

Specifically applicants require one WACE Mathematics subject and one WACE Science subject OR At least Mathematics Applications ATAR with one course from the following list: Biology ATAR, Chemistry ATAR, Earth and Environment Science ATAR, Human Biology ATAR, Integrated Science ATAR, Physics ATAR. STAT elements considered are E, V and Q. STAT. Applicants will be required to meet entry pre-requisites by completing enabling units which may extend the duration of the course. Students will normally be expected to have attained a higher Tertiary Entrance Rank than is required for both single degrees.

Credit for Recognised Learning

Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm

Pathway to Further Study

Graduates may qualify for entry to a Bachelor Degree with Honours and some Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas and Master degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au.