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You'll explore our planet through both theory and field experience, use mapping, technology and historical data to build conceptual models. You will learn how these models can help you estimate where mineral, water and other natural resources are located beneath the earth's surface. We will also teach you how to extract these resources in a sustainable way. You will also gain experience in identifying and mitigating natural hazards.The degree is highly interactive and teaches you the specialised skills you need to work in this field. You can choose to specialise in exploration/mine geoscience or environmental geoscience. Your field skills will be honed at world renowned sites in Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia.This course provides specialist training for those who wish to pursue professional careers in mineral and oil exploration, extractive industries, environmental science, or hydrogeology.

Discover how environmental science integrates with the practical ability to manage, conserve and rehabilitate natural and degraded ecosystems. With a strong focus on the Australian environment, you will explore subject areas such as ecology and wildlife, water and climate, mine site rehabilitation, landscape management and restoration. Learn through practical experiences including fieldwork in arid, coastal and forested areas and gain the knowledge, skills and experience required and encouraged by industry and government departments.

As a high achieving student, you'll complete a specialised pathway which allows for a double major in your degree. You'll have an opportunity to include a semester long project in your third year, which provides advanced skills in experimental design, data collection and and synthesis, problem solving and critical analysis.Major options include;Behavioural scienceBiochemistryBiological scienceChemistryEcologyEnvironmental restorationExercise scienceFood scienceHealth and nutritionMathematicsMicrobiologyMolecular biologyMineral processing

The Bachelor of Science provides a foundation in scientific practice and a specialisation in at least one discipline area chosen from thirteen major study areas. The program is delivered in small applied laboratory classes and workshops, allowing the development of advanced skills sought by employers. The emphasis is on acquiring skills in scientific communication, data analysis and quantitative literacy, problem solving and research skills, and a comprehensive understanding of the scientific and ethical framework of at least one major study area.Graduates have the opportunity to undertake a research-based honours program to enhance their employment prospects and postgraduate study opportunities.Majors: Biochemistry, Biological science, Biotechnology, Behavioural Science, Chemistry, Earth materials, Ecology, Environmental geoscience, Environmental restoration, Exercise Science, Food science (minor at Gippsland, major at Ballarat and online), Health and nutrition, Mathematics (major at Ballarat, minor at Gippsland and online), Microbiology, Mineral processing. Minors: All of the above, and, Information technology and Statistics are also available.

Biomedicine is an exciting area that plays a major role in helping people lead healthier lives. It's an industry that is constantly evolving. You'll learn about anatomy, pathophysiology, genetic sciences and can go on to work in areas like genome biology, genetic mapping, stem cell research and biological pharmaceuticals. Studies range from lifespan nutrition, to food microbiology, metabolism to applied biochemistry.When you graduate, you’ll be prepared for a career in biomedical research or one of many positions in a range of health-related industries such as laboratory technology, medical sales, research and pharmaceuticals.This degree has been used as a pathway to postgraduate studies in medicine, physiotherapy, dentistry, pharmacy and other allied health programs, as well as veterinary scienceThis degree includes compulsory online courses.

By engaging in Visual Art studio activities you will explore and define yourself as a creative practitioner. You will start to build your specialist skills through practical studio based workshops of experimentation and self-discovery.During the first year, you are introduced to studio based learning in both two-dimensional and multi-dimensional projects. Learning may take place in a studio or workshop, lecture, tutorial, library, gallery or another learning setting, on- or off-campus.In your second and third years of study you will continue to explore and deepen your specialist studio based interests and adopt critical approaches in your practice, continuing to develop yourself as a creative practitioner.In the final year of your degree, you will propose a self-directed project incorporating research and contemporary art practice, supported by staff from a number of specialist studios. You will be working in, or across, the different studios or directly with practitioners in community based arts activities and events. This will culminate in opportunities to exhibit, engage in community cultural events and explore your future opportunities in diverse creative industries.You will develop the skills and understanding required for employment in community arts as future leaders and entrepreneurs.Our open, flexible studios in the Visual Arts include specialized facilities for work in ceramics/3D materials, drawing, printmaking, photography and painting. All intensive teaching staff are practicing artists and designers with considerable reputations in Australia. For more information, please visit www.federation.edu.au/artists.

This exciting program is designed for the contemporary performer. A sustainable career in the performing arts requires a holistic and multi-disciplinary approach to training. At our renowned Arts Academy we provide the skills to develop your practice through a comprehensive curriculum that includes classes in acting, singing, voice, movement, dance, creativity, theatre-making, aerobic fitness and mindfulness. We train you to maximise your versatility in the creative arts industry and prepare you for a range of career opportunities in music theatre, theatre, film, stage, screen, cabaret, opera, comedy, streaming platforms, multi-media and emerging creative industries. Each day is intensive and rigorous; though a combination of studio-based classes and public performances you will work alongside leading industry professionals: theatre directors, music theatre performers, screen actors, composers, musical directors, designers and choreographers, amplifying your strengths while expanding your actors tool-kit.

With the Bachelor of Fine Arts, you'll develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a professional artist. In line with contemporary practice you may choose to work in an interdisciplinary mode, possibly including performance, installation, video and new media.During the first year, you are introduced to a range of activities to broaden your skills and experience. You will undertake subjects in both two-dimensional and multi-dimensional studios, as well as drawing, digital art and the history and theory of art and design. Learning may take place in a studio or workshop, lecture, tutorial, library, gallery or another learning setting, on or off-campus.Your second year involves further in-depth studies. In the studio art practice subjects, you will gain further experience in a range of media although with an increased emphasis on self-initiating projects, particularly in semester two.In the final year of your degree, you will propose a self-directed project incorporating research and contemporary art practice, supported by staff from a number of specialist studios. You will be working in, or across, the different studios as the individual projects demand. You will also undertake a subject in professional art practice.Our open, flexible, specialist studios include ceramics / 3D, drawing, printmaking, and painting. All teaching staff are practicing artists and designers with considerable reputations in Australia.Areas of study include: Ceramics/3D, Drawing, Printmaking, Painting, Digital Art, Multi-dimensional Art.

Graduates of this course will become the designers, thinkers and makers of the future. You will have the opportunity to discover who you are and how you express yourself as a creative practitioner.Experienced lecturers and design industry professionals will work with you to enhance your design awareness and combine problem solving and technical skills, ensuring you will be well equipped to respond to the requirements of a fast paced, visually-literate society.Emphasis is placed on building a broad range of visual communication skills and approaches.You will be encouraged to explore different mediums and methods while integrating theoretical knowledge through research. You will build your practical skills designing in a range of areas such as print, typography, identity and branding, environmental graphic, web, mobile devices and other emerging media.As you progress through your studies you may be offered internship and work experience opportunities.The Design Studio features large open plan teaching areas, audio visual facilities and a design resource area. Students have access to a digital camera, video recorder, related graphic design materials, colour A3 printers and a suite of Mac computers running current graphic software packages.

Physiotherapists are qualified health professionals who are skilled in a number of areas, including the assessment, diagnosis and rehabilitation of acute and chronic muscloskeletal, neurological and cardiovascular disease. You will engage in hands on, practical sessions from your first year of study, and support your theoretical understanding of the human body through lectures, group sessions and online supported learning. You will gain knowledge and skills in a range of areas including anatomy, manual therapy, pharmacology, physiology, radiology, sociology, pathology and kinesiology. You will also develop the ability to clinically reason and translate research into clinical practice, to provide the highest level of patient-centred care. Some of your subjects are delivered with other health professional students so you will have an interprofessional experience, gaining team and leadership skills. Throughout your degree, you will undertake extensive clinical placements of at least 1094 hours.High achieving students wanting to pursue research can move into the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) after second year.