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SCENV1001 Environmental Studies

This unit provides a broad introduction to the study of Earth's environment, emphasizing that our planets land, water, atmosphere, and living inhabitants are dynamically interconnected. Students will examine the theories associated with the formation of Earth and the origin of its minerals and rocks as well as explore some of the major physical mechanisms of the planet, including plate tectonics, volcanoes, atmospheric circulation, climate, weathering, erosion, biogeography and biogeochemical cycles. The unit provides fundamental knowledge for those undertaking a science program, but also serves as a suitable stand-alone unit for those wishing to add an environmental component to their program.

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Credit points
15
EFTSL
0.125
Band
Band 2
Field of Education
Environmental Studies, n.e.c. (050999)

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).

2026 contribution amount* $1,192
2026 grandfathered contribution amount^ $1,192

^ If you are a continuing student who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.
 
* For Psychology and Social Work bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.

Domestic full fee–paying places

A domestic full fee–paying place is one that isn’t subsidised by the Australian Government. These places are offered to postgraduate students or those who are ineligible for a CSP. Domestic postgraduate tuition fees are course-based annual fees, which means individual unit fees vary according to the degree. To find out more about domestic tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website. 

International full fee–paying places

International tuition fees are course-based annual fees and the unit fee you pay will vary according to the degree you are studying. To find out more about international tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website. 
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