Bachelor of Marine Science (Honours) (Dean's Scholar)
University of Wollongong
About
Marine Science is the area of science that deals with the study of the ocean.
You will study the biological nature and capacity of oceans, their impact on human society and the conservation and environmental management of marine and coastal regions.The Bachelor of Marine Science (Honours) (Dean's Scholar) is designed specifically for high-achieving students interested in a challenging degree leading to a career in scientific research.Students in this program are normally required to achieve at least a Distinction average in subjects completed in a calendar year.
The program has core subjects in each year plus flexible optional subjects.Students will be invited to participate in various enrichment activities throughout the program and, after first year, to develop a close association with an appropriate member of one of the Faculty's research teams.
In the final year, students undertake a substantial piece of supervised research, together with other required seminar and/or course work.
Structure
To qualify for award of the degree, the Bachelor of Marine Science (Honours) (Dean's Scholar), a candidate must successfully complete at least 192 credit points, as outlined below.
Please note:
- Students who have not completed HSC Mathematics at Band 4 or higher (or equivalent) are required to complete a mathematics subject (MATH151 or equivalent).
- Students may only count 60 credit points of 100-level subjects towards the degree.
- Students must have a grade of Pass (not Pass Supplementary) or higher in 300-level core subjects.
- 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.
Progression Requirements
In order to maintain a place in the Dean’s Scholar program, students are normally required to achieve a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 75% in the 200- and 300-level subjects completed. Students not meeting the minimum progression requirements will be required to transfer into the Bachelor of Marine Science (Honours).
Year 1
Autumn
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL104 | Evolution, Biodiversity and Environment | 6 | Autumn |
| BIOL105 | Functional Biology of Animals and Plants | 6 | Autumn |
Please select ONE of the following two subjects:
Note: Students who have achieved a mark of 65% or more in NSW HSC Chemistry or equivalent must select CHEM101 and CHEM102. All other students must select CHEM104 and CHEM105.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM101 | Chemistry IA: Introductory Physical and General Chemistry | 6 | Autumn |
| CHEM104 | Foundation Chemistry: Properties of Matter | 6 | Autumn |
Plus ONE of the following two subjects:
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| EESC101 | Planet Earth | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC103 | Earth's Dynamic Surface | 6 | Spring |
Spring
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL103 | Molecules, Cells and Organisms | 6 | Spring |
| EESC102 | Earth's Interconnected Spheres | 6 | Spring |
| EESC105 | Introductory Geospatial Analysis | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
Plus ONE of the following two subjects:
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM102 | Chemistry 1B: Structure and Reactivity of Molecules for Life | 6 | Spring |
| CHEM105 | Foundation Chemistry: Reactions and Structures | 6 | Spring |
Year 2
Autumn
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL240 | Biodiversity of Marine and Freshwater Organisms | 6 | Autumn |
| BIOL251 | Principles of Ecology | 6 | Autumn |
| MARE200 | Introduction to Oceanography | 6 | Autumn |
| MATH151 | General Mathematics 1A | 6 | Autumn, Summer 2020/2021 |
*MATH151 must be completed by any student who has not completed NSW HSC Mathematics or equivalent at Band 4 or higher.
Spring
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| EESC207 | Advanced Geospatial Analysis | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| STAT252 | Statistics For the Natural Sciences | 6 | Spring |
| BIOL252 | Evolution and Behaviour | 6 | Spring |
Plus subjects from the following list to give a total of 48 credit points for Year 2:
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL213 | Principles of Biochemistry | 6 | Autumn |
| GEOS309 | Igneous-metamorphic geology methods and processes | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| EESC203 | Biogeography and Environmental Change | 6 | Autumn |
| PHYS233 | Introduction to Environmental Physics | 6 | Autumn |
| BIOL215 | Introductory Genetics | 6 | Spring |
| BIOL241 | Biodiversity of Terrestrial Organisms | 6 | Spring |
| CHEM214 | Analytical and Environmental Chemistry | 6 | Spring |
| GEOG222 | Society and Environment: Resources, Challenges, Futures | 6 | Spring |
| STS 216 | Environmental Sustainability, Risk and Governance | 6 | Spring |
| EESC250 | Field Geology | 6 | Summer 2020/2021 |
Year 3
Autumn
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL361 | Conservation Biology | 6 | Autumn |
| GEOS215 | Sedimentology, Stratigraphy and Palaeoenvironments | 6 | Autumn |
Spring
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL365 | Marine and Terrestrial Ecology | 6 | Spring |
| EESC322 | Coastal Environments: Process and Management | 6 | Spring |
| MARE360 | Fisheries and Aquaculture | 6 | Spring |
Plus 18 credit points from the following list:
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL343 | Techniques in Biotechnology and Medical Research | 6 | Autumn |
| BIOL362 | Ecophysiology | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC321 | Plate Tectonics, Macrotopography and Earth History | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC323 | Fluvial Geomorphology and Sedimentology | 6 | Autumn |
| BIOL363 | Professional Skills in Ecology | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| SCIP310 | Advanced Earth, Atmospheric and Life Sciences Project | 6 | Autumn, Spring, Summer 2020/2021 |
| EESC331 | Changing Global Environments | 6 | Spring |
| EESC326 | Resources and Environments | 6 | Spring |
Or other subjects approved by the coordinator
Year 4
Select either the full-time (48cp) or 48cp of the equivalent part-time subject (2 x 24cp) option.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MARE401 | Marine Science Honours | 48 | SMAH Annual |
| MARE407 | Marine Science Honours (Part-Time) | 24 | SMAH Annual |
The Honours grade will be calculated in accordance with Method 1. For further information refer to Coursework Rules
Learning outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:
CLO Description 1 Describe and appraise broad knowledge of the principles and concepts of Marine Science. 2 Demonstrate skills in reviewing, analysing, interpreting and synthesising data, methodologies and other information to independently generate solutions to complex problems. 3 Exercise critical thinking and judgement in integrating new understanding into one or more discipline areas in Marine Science. 4 Communicate knowledge, ideas and independent research findings clearly and coherently through a range of mediums. 5 Demonstrate initiative and judgement to adapt knowledge and skills associated with Marine Science that can be applied in a professional context. 6 Independently plan and execute a research project in Marine Science. 7 Appreciate the role, relevance and ethical implications of science in society and demonstrate understanding of the requirements of professional responsibility and ethical conduct. 8 Synthesise advanced knowledge associated with one or more discipline areas in Marine Science. 9 Critique and evaluate advances in the broader discipline of Marine Science.
Institution
