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This course is designed to provide high quality studies in a wide range of science and technology disciplines. Students take introductory science and mathematics units, and can then select combinations of disciplines relevant to their interests and aspirations in a wide range of professions in science and technology. In addition, the course can be structured as a suitable entry degree for a range of postgraduate research degrees in maths and sciences, or professional courses such as teaching, dietetics and occupational therapy.
This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.
Academic admission standard for the following entry pathways:
One or more of the majors in this course has admission requirements. Refer to the major for more information.
Students are required to complete 4 Core units, two 8-unit Majors, plus an approved combination of 4 Elective units. A maximum of 12 units at Level 1000 is permitted, and a minimum of 4 units at Level 3000 must be completed. Core units: The four Core units must be completed within the first year of study. Elective units: Students intending to seek admission to professional postgraduate courses such as Education must consult the Course Coordinator before selecting their 4 course-level electives. Elective units may be chosen from anywhere with the Faculty or University.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SCI1182 | Case Studies in Science | 15 |
| SCI1125 * | Professional Science Essentials | 15 |
| MAT1114 | Introductory Statistics | 15 |
| Plus 1 unit from: | ||
| SCI1187 ^ | Form and Function in Biology | 15 |
| SCI1183 ^ | Origins and Evolution of Life | 15 |
| SCC1123 ^ | Chemistry for the Life Sciences | 15 |
| SCP1111 ^ | Physics of Motion | 15 |
| SCP1112 ^ * | Waves and Electricity | 15 |
| Note: MAT1114 may be substituted for another approved mathematics unit. | ||
| Unit from Major | x 8 | 120 |
| Unit from Major | x 8 (Second Major) | 120 |
| Elective Unit | x 4 | 60 |
Note: Students should select their Majors in consultation with the Course Coordinator. Where a Core unit occurs in one or both Majors, or where units appear in both Majors, students will be required to discuss their unit selection with the Course Coordinator.
^ Core Option
* Students will be assessed to see if they have achieved the ECU minimum standard of English language proficiency in this unit. Students who don't meet the minimum standard will be provided with appropriate English language support and development.
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
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