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The schools research in biological sciences has been ranked as world class, focusing particularly on the interactions among different forms of flora and fauna, the environment and humans. Working in a range of environments from woodlands to wetlands and the ocean, our researchers aim to improve the sustainable use of our natural environment in the face of urban development and climate change. Environmental Studies research at ECU concentrates on: Marine ecology; Freshwater ecology; Forest, woodland and wetland ecology; Wildlife and conservation biology; Systems biology; Ecophysiology; Ecological restoration; and Microbial ecology and genetics Specific postgraduate research topics related to the above topics are developed in conjunction with the postgraduate coordinator or potential supervisor. The School has a range of facilities, including laboratories, vehicles and vessels, field equipment, and state-of-the-art analytical chemistry facilities. The school also places a high emphasis on collaborations with industry, government agencies and not-for-profit organisations, which enhance the postgraduate experience.
This unit set 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 unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.
It is desirable that all applicants contact a potential supervisor to discuss their research project before applying. Information about ECU's Research Institutions, Centres and Supervisors can be found in the school brochures listed on the Applying for a Research Degree website or the staff contact page of the relevant School.
On Campus at Joondalup
Online
Candidates are expected to meet regularly with their supervisors as part of the supervised independent research component of the course.
Environmental Officer, Research Officer, Research Scientist, Research Fellow
Academic and research organisations, Government agencies, Oil, gas and mining organisations, Natural resource management organisations, Environmental consultancies, Program Coordinator
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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