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In this section: Climatology major (16-unit major)
Climatology is a rapidly evolving science; a science of discovery
that explores the nature of the global climate system. Students who
have completed this program will have a detailed knowledge of key
climate mechanisms and are able to apply this knowledge in order to
understand climate variability and change. They will be able to comprehend
the impact of global climate changes upon society, politics and the
environment. The Climatology major will concentrate on those areas
in physics, mathematics and statistics required to prepare candidates
for careers as climatologists, environmental scientists, statisticians
or meteorologists.
Career opportunities
Climatologist, Climate Analysts, Climate Forecaster, Statisticians,
Scientist, Research Officer, Environmental Scientist and Climate Policy
Analysts working in universities, defence organisation, CSIRO, Federal
and State Government Departments of Primary Industries, Environment,
Natural Resources, and the Australian Greenhouse Office, Australian
Bureau of Meteorology, and Australian Bureau of Resource Sciences,
or in private industry companies active in fields, such as agriculture,
insurance, energy, weather information, and water services; Science
Teacher with further study; Science Journalism.
Ecology and sustainability major (16-unit major)
Ecology & sustainability are closely related scientific
disciplines that explore the very nature of life: interactions among
organisms, their environmental relationships (ecology) and the diversity,
scarcity and management of species, communities and ecosystems (conservation).
Human impacts on natural systems, over-exploitation of resources,
global climate change, species extinctions and loss of biodiversity
have all drawn to the need to better understand and protect the natural
world.
Career opportunities
Conservation biologist, Conservation Management, Environmental
Consultant, Field Biologist, Natural Resource Management, National
Parks, Research Scientist, Biodiversity, Sustainable Development,
Tourism, Wildlife Care and Management.
Human biology major (16-unit major)
Students are able to focus on improving their knowledge of the
human body. Students undertake specialist courses in physiology, biochemistry,
genetics, microbiology, cell biology and molecular biology. Students
are able to elect to study further courses human-related such as pharmacology,
pathophysiology and psychology.
Career opportunities
Medical, Clinical or Research Technicians in Hospital Laboratories,
University and Health or Biotechnology Industry; Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology
Industry and Medical Technologies Marketing, Clinical Physiology and
Diagnostic Industries, Pathology Laboratory Scientist, Medical Scientist,
Research Scientist. The Bachelor of Biomedical Science is an excellent
pathway to seek entry into graduate medical programs.
Mathematics and statistics major (16-unit major)
This major allows students to develop skills in mathematics
and statistics and examine the fundamentals of pure and applied mathematics,
theoretical and applied statistics, mathematical modelling and operations
research. Students will learn how to use computational methods as
an aid to the processes of analysis, modelling and decision-making.
Career opportunities
Statistics, Biometrics, Operations Research and Management,
Actuary, Industrial Mathematics, Teaching (following Teacher Training),
Mathematician, Mathematical Modelling, Operations Management, Financial
Analyst, Systems Analyst, Risk or Focus Analyst, Business Systems
Analyst, Data Mining, Cryptography, Biostatistician, Epidemiologist,
Hydrology Modeller, Data Mining Researcher, Speech Processing Researcher,
Market Researcher, Quantitative Risk Analyst, Statistical Analyst,
Data Analyst, Actuarial Business Analyst, Research Officer, Social
Researcher, Survey Researcher, Psychological Statistician, Measurement
Scientist, Research Scientist in Mapping & Monitoring, Financial
Modelling, Environmental Modelling, Engineering Modelling, Research
Economist, Finance Consultant, Business Analyst, Psychometrician.
Plant science major (16-unit major)
The Plant Science major provides graduates with the knowledge
and training to develop careers in many professional fields which
draw on an understanding of plants and their fundamental contributions
to environmental health and the sustainability of our human communities.
The program in particular focuses on the study of plant evolution
and function; factors which sustain agricultural and horticultural
production; the relationships of plants with other organisms; understanding
plant responses to environmental stresses and applying modern biotechnologies
(e.g. tissue culture, molecular biology) to produce improved crop
varieties suitable for the growing environments of the 21st century.
Toowoomba is an ideal location to study plant science due to the rich
and diverse array of natural environments and agricultural industries
on the Darling Downs. Field trips to National Parks, plant breeding
companies, State Government Field Research stations, horticultural
enterprises and wine production facilities are a feature of the program.
Career opportunities
Field Biologist, Biotechnological Fields, Botanist, Biochemist,
Crop Scientist, Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Molecular Biologist,
Genetics, National Parks, Research Scientist.
Information technology major (12-unit major)
The Information Technology major will develop students’
skills and knowledge in software development, programming languages,
networking and the design and implementation of computer systems and
information systems.
Career opportunities
Application of Computing to Business, Information Systems Manager,
Computer Sales Representative, Computer Consultant, Information Manager,
Computer Systems Officer, Chief Information Officer, Information Centre
Manager, Systems Analyst/Programmer, System Development Coordinator,
Computer Educator, Commercial Application Developer
Psychology major study (12-unit major)
Psychologists study people and their behaviour. Their professional
training helps them to understand how people develop throughout their
lives; behave in groups, organisations and communities; see, think,
hear, feel, learn and remember; relate and interact with others; and
cope with anxiety, ageing, death, divorce, disability, disaster, accidents
and other life events. The Psychology Major in USQ’s Bachelor
of Science is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation
Council (APAC) as providing the first three years of the necessary
requirements for full membership. Full membership of the Australian
Psychological Society requires six years of University study: an Honours
year plus a Masters degree, or substantial progress towards a Doctorate.
Career opportunities
Psychologist (with further study), Welfare Officer, Counselling,
Vocational and Occupational Guidance, Training and Development, and
other related areas in Administration and Research in the Public and
Private sectors, Clinical, Educational, Counselling, Sports, Organisational
or Forensic Psychologist, Human Resource Management, Police Service,
Corrective Services.
Biology (8-unit major)
This major provides students with a broad knowledge in biology,
chemistry and communications, and a more detailed knowledge in disciplines
such as biochemistry, ecology, genetics, microbiology and physiology.
Career opportunities
Research Scientist or Research Officer (Universities, Defence,
CSIRO, DPI, Industry, Environment, Government, Health), Technical
Officer (Labs or Field Work), Technical/Sales Representative in Pharmaceutical,
Medical and Biotechnological Industries. Molecular Biologists, Microbiologists.
After further study: Biotechnologist, Dietitian, Research Scientist,
Secondary Science Teaching, Medicine. Employment opportunities also
exist in Environmental Monitoring, Field Biology, Laboratory work
in Agricultural, Food, Health, Medical, Veterinary, Educational and
Industrial settings, Plant Breeding, Ecology, Conservation Management,
Science Journalism, National Banks.
Chemistry (8-unit major)
The chemistry major is offered as a flexible degree to allow
students to focus on the areas of chemistry most relevant to them.
The program uses real world examples of natural and synthetic chemicals
to enhance students understanding of theory. All courses within the
program involve laboratory sessions to develop and enhance students
practical skills. Some courses may also involve professional visits
to other laboratories and agencies, providing practical skills and
experience in the sampling and analysis of compounds.
Career opportunities
Research Chemist/Scientist/Officer, Technical Officer, Research
or Laboratory Assistant (Universities, Defence, CSIRO, DPI, Environment,
Government, Health and Industry: Pharmaceutics, Polymers and Plastics,
Manufacturing), Organic Chemistry, Drug Design, Drug Development,
Medicinal Chemistry, Quality Assurance Analyst, Technical Sales and
Marketing in Pharmaceuticals, Medical and Laboratory supplies and
equipment, Chemistry/Science Teacher or Medicine with further study.
Employment opportunities also exist in Forensics, Environmental Testings,
Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Cheminformatics, Nanotechnology,
Bio-technology.
Computing (8-unit major)
This major provides flexibility to meet the needs of students
wishing to combine some computing studies With other science disciplines.
This major is of particular value to students who wish to pursue
a career in teaching secondary science and computing.
Career opportunities
Computer Scientist, Computer Programmer, Computer Systems Officer,
Database Management System Administrator, Game Developer, LAN Manager,
Network Administrator, Network Designer and Specialist, Network Security
Analyst, Simulator, Database/Web/Network Developer, Software Designer,
Systems Architect, Computer Systems Developer, Software Developer,
Applications Specialist, Software Engineer.
Human physiology
Students may combine this major with another discipline area
such as psychology to strengthen their appreciation of the connections
between psychological and physiological aspects of human health.
Career opportunities
In conjunction with a psychology major, this combination would
be a major advantage in any careers involving the promotion of people's
health and well-being.
Mathematics (8-unit major)
This major is typically taken by students who decide to pursue
a double major or double degree path. It enables them to combine the
rigour and logic of a scientific approach, which is an integral part
of mathematical studies, with the specifics of a professional area
of a particular interest. Second majors can be chosen from any of
the other eight course majors defined for the Bachelor of Science,
or (with the approval of the Program Coordinator) from other eight
course majors from other undergraduate programs in the University.
Career opportunities
Statistics, Biometrics, Operations Research and Management,
Actuary, Industrial Mathematics, Teaching (following Teacher Training),
Mathematician, Mathematical Modelling, Operations Management, Financial
Analyst, Mathematics Journalism, Systems Analyst, Supply Chain Analyst,
Quality Control, Quantative Analyst, Risk or Focus Analyst, Business
Systems Analyst, Data Mining, Cryptography, Secondary or Tertiary
Teacher (when combined with relevant postgraduate studies), Commercial
Property, Biostatistician, Manager for Risk Analytics, Epidemiologist,
Hydrology Modeller, Data Mining Researcher, Speech Processing Researcher,
Market Researcher, Quantitative Risk Analyst, Statistical Analyst,
Data Analyst, Actuarial Business Analyst. Employment opportunities
also exist in the Australian Bureau of Statistics, different banks,
insurance companies, computing, logistics and engineering, and financial
institutions.)
Physics (8-unit major)
The BSc (Physics) is a program that aims to cover the major
areas of physics, and includes study of solar science and technology.
Theory and practical work are covered using online material and the
creative use of teaching kits, Residential Schools and USQ facilities
for online solar radiation measurements and astronomical observations.
Career opportunities
Science Teacher (with further study), Physicist, Scientist or
Research Officer (Universities, Defence, CSIRO, DPI, Industry, Environment,
Government, Health), Technical Officer (Labs or Field Work).
Statistics (8-unit major)
This major allows students to develop skills in mathematics
and statistics and examine the fundamentals of pure and applied mathematics,
theoretical and applied statistics, mathematical modelling and operations
research. Students will learn how to use computational methods as
an aid to the processes of analysis, modelling and decision-making.
Career opportunities
Statistician, Research Officer (University, Defence, CSIRO,
DPI, Industry, Government, Environment, Health), Social Researcher,
Survey Researcher, Epidemiologist, Biostatistician, Psychological
Statistician, Secondary or Tertiary Teacher (when combined with relevant
postgraduate studies), Modeller/Mathematician, Commercial Property,
Manager for Risk Analytics, Epidemiologist, Hydrology Modeller, Data
Mining Researcher, Speech Processing Researcher, Market Researcher,
Quantitative Risk Analyst, Statistical Analyst, Data Analyst, Actuarial
Business Analyst, Measurement Scientist, Lectureship in Statistics,
Research Scientist in Mapping & Monitoring. Employment opportunities
exist in the Australian Bureau of Statistics, different banks, insurance
companies, financial institutions, biometrics, financial analysis,
operations management, and simultations modelling.
Professional accreditation
The Information Technology major is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.
The Bachelor of Science (Psychology) major is fully accredited
by the Australian Psychology
Accreditation Council as a three-year sequence of study.
Program objectives
On completion of this program graduates will:
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possess more than a basic competence in at least one chosen
discipline
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possess skill in drawing upon the growing content of knowledge
in these disciplines
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understand the principles underlying these disciplines
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be capable of applying these principles to the solving of problems,
particularly practical problems
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be capable of working with people trained in other disciplines
towards the solution of common problems
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be motivated to sustain adaptive, independent learning
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be aware of the social, moral and legal responsibilities of
professional scientists
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be skilled in the communication of ideas and concepts.
Admission requirements
To be eligible for a place in this program, applicants will
have achieved a level of Sound Achievement over four semesters in
Queensland Senior (Year 12) English or equivalent.
Information Technology and Computing
Applicants for the above majors are also required to have achieved
a level of Sound Achievement over four semesters in Queensland Senior
(Year 12) Mathematics A or equivalent. Recommended study: Mathematics
B.
Climatology, Mathematics and/or Statistics
Applicants for the majors are also required to have achieved
a level of Sound Achievement over four semesters in Queensland Senior
(Year 12) Mathematics B or equivalent. Recommended study: Biological
Science, Chemistry or Physics.
Biology, Ecology and Sustainability, Human Biology, Human
Physiology
Recommended study: Mathematics B, Biological Science, Chemistry
or Physics.
Psychology
Recommended study: Mathematics A.
International applicants must also have met the University's
English language requirements or have completed the University's
ELICOS/UNIPREP programs .
How to apply
Domestic students 2008
Application for undergraduate programs may be made through
the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC). The same procedure
applies whether you plan to study on-campus or by distance education.
If you completed Year 12 at a Queensland secondary school you
will be assessed for entry on the basis of your Overall Position (OP)
or equivalent score. Year 12 students from other states or territories
are considered for entry on the basis of their UAI, ENTER or TER.
Other applicants will be based on their overall Rank. You should
ensure you submit your application by the closing
dates.
International students 2008
This program is offered to international students. An international
student is a person who is not an Australian or New Zealand citizen
and not an Australian permanent resident. Please refer to USQ International for information about entry requirements, visa arrangements and
how to apply.
Program fees
Student contribution amount
For domestic students who are offered Commonwealth supported
places, the Government pays some money directly to the University,
but students are also required to make a contribution. This contribution
is called the ‘student contribution’. For more information
about student contribution amounts, including the calculation of fees
for a particular program of study, refer to USQ fees.
Tuition fee
Domestic fee-paying places are funded entirely through the tuition/direct
fees paid by the student. Tuition/direct fees vary depending on the
courses that are taken. For more information about Tuition Fees, including
the calculation of fees for a particular program of study, refer to USQ Fees.
International fees
International students pay tuition fees. For details about international
student fees, refer to the International Fee Schedule provided by USQ International.
Program structure
The Bachelor of Science consists of 24 units comprising four
units of Foundation Studies courses with combinations of 16, 12 or
8 unit majors, 4 unit options and elective courses as follows:
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one 16 unit major and 4 units of elective courses
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one 16 unit major and one 4 unit option study
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one 12 unit major and one 8 unit major*
-
one 12 unit major, one 4 unit option study and 4 units of elective
courses
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one 12 unit major and 8 units of elective courses, or
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two 8 unit majors*
and 4 units of elective courses.
-
one 8 unit major and 12 units of elective courses negotiated
with the Program Coordinator.
At least four courses in the program will be at level 3. Where
two majors are chosen which have some compulsory courses in common,
the overlap will be made up by taking extra electives defined in those
majors.
Required time limits
Students have a maximum of 8 years to complete this program.
Core courses
Foundation Studies
In general, Foundation Studies courses will be selected according
to major as follows except with the permission of the Program Coordinator.
Major studies
The following majors are available in the Bachelor of Science:
16-unit majors (contain at least four Level 3 courses)
12-unit majors (contain at least three Level 3 courses)
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Information Technology
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Psychology.
8-unit majors (contain at least two Level 3 courses)
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Computing
-
Human Physiology
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Mathematics
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Physics
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Statistics.
In this section:
Climatology major (16-unit major)
Climatology Major Objectives
Graduates who have completed the major in Climatology will:
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possess more than a basic competence in climatology, physics,
statistics and mathematics
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possess a detailed knowledge of key climate mechanisms and apply
this knowledge in appropriate situations
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apply principles of physics to climate studies
-
describe and appropriately apply climate forecasting models
-
apply statistical and mathematical techniques to modelling climatological
and meteorological data
-
have a good comprehension of the social, political and environmental
implications of global climate changes.
Climatology Major Courses
This is a 16-unit major. Along with the Foundation Studies
courses prescribed above, students must take the following 16 units
of courses:
| Courses |
Semester(s) Offered |
Mode |
Year of Offer |
| CLI1110 Introductory Climatology |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| PHY1101 Astronomy 1 |
1 |
EXT |
All |
| PHY1104 Physics Concepts |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| MAT2100 Algebra and Calculus II |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| PHY1102 Remote Sensing and Meteorology |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CLI2110 Physics of Climate |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| STA2301 Distribution Theory |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CLI2120 Climates of the Past, Present and Future |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC1401 Foundation Programming with C |
1, 2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| PHY1911 Physics and Instrumentation |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CLI3110 Advanced Climatology |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| STA3300 Experimental Design |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC2409 High Performance Numerical Computing |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| PHY3302 Advanced Topics in Physics |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| SCI3301 Science Project* |
1,2 |
EXT |
All |
| One of the following two courses : |
|
|
|
| PHY2201 Electromagnetics |
1 |
ONC |
All |
| PHY2205 Electromagnetic Concepts |
1 |
EXT |
All |
Climatology Option Study
To complete the award, students taking a 16-unit major must
undertake 4 units of elective courses or one 4 unit option study.
Students choosing the Climatology major must take one of the
following two option studies:
Mathematics for Climatology Option Study
Statistics for Climatology Option Study
Ecology and sustainability major (16-unit major)
Ecology and Sustainability Major Objectives
Graduates who have completed the major in Ecology and Sustainability
will:
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have a sound grounding in the major subject areas central to
the biological sciences
-
have sufficient specialisation to be acceptable to employers
who are currently offering positions to three-year trained biology
graduates
-
have demonstrated competence in laboratory and field techniques
and the use of instrumentation relevant to general biological science
-
have the capacity to research biological topics in scientific
literature and to prepare concise, accurate reports of experimental
work
-
have an awareness of the principles of laboratory and field
safety as they apply in biological laboratories and during field work
-
be qualified for admission to an appropriate professional body.
Ecology and Sustainability Major Courses
This is a 16-unit major. Along with the Foundation Studies
courses prescribed above, students must take the following 16 units
of courses:
To complete the award, students taking a 16-unit major must
undertake 4 units of elective courses or one 4 unit option study.
Option Studies
Option studies are a set of courses as defined in the Option
Studies section of the Handbook.
Electives
Electives are courses chosen from other Level 1, 2 or 3 courses
in the University.
Human biology major (16-unit major)
Human Biology Major Objectives
Graduates who have completed the major in Human Biology will:
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have a sound grounding in the major subject areas central to
the biological sciences
-
have sufficient specialisation to be acceptable to employers
who are currently offering positions to three-year trained biology
graduates
-
have demonstrated competence in laboratory and field techniques
and the use of instrumentation relevant to general biological science
-
have the capacity to research biological topics in scientific
literature and to prepare concise, accurate reports of experimental
work
-
have an awareness of the principles of laboratory and field
safety as they apply in biological laboratories and during field work
-
be qualified for admission to an appropriate professional body.
Human Biology Major Courses
This is a 16-unit major. Along with the Foundation Studies
courses prescribed above, students must take the following 16 units
of courses:
To complete the award, students taking a 16-unit major must
undertake 4 units of elective courses or one 4 unit option study.
Option Studies
Option studies are a set of courses as defined in the Option
Studies section of the Handbook.
Electives
Electives are courses chosen from other Level 1, 2 or 3 courses
in the University.
Mathematics and statistics major (16-unit major)
Mathematics and Statistics Major Objectives
Graduates who have completed the major in Mathematics and Statistics
will be able to:
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demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of mathematical
analysis at the undergraduate level
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demonstrate a sound knowledge of important theories and techniques
of applied mathematics, statistics and computing
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demonstrate an ability to apply their knowledge to solve practical
problems that they are likely to encounter in science, industry, business
or government instrumentalities
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continue to develop their abilities through research, discussion
and private study
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use computer packages to solve problems in statistics, mathematics
and modelling
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satisfy the minimum requirements for graduate membership of
relevant professional bodies.
Mathematics and Statistics Major Courses
This is a 16-unit major. Along with the Foundation Studies
courses prescribed above, students must take the following 16 units
of courses:
| Courses |
Semester(s) Offered |
Mode |
Year of Offer |
| CSC1401 Foundation Programming with C |
1, 2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| MAT1101 Discrete Mathematics for Computing |
1, 3 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| MAT1102 Algebra and Calculus I |
1, 3 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| MAT1200 Operations Research 1 |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| MAT2100 Algebra and Calculus II |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC2409 High Performance Numerical Computing |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| MAT3201 Operations Research 2 |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
odd years only |
| STA2301 Distribution Theory |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| MAT3103 Mathematical Modelling for Dynamics |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
odd years only |
| MAT3104 Random Processes to Financial Mathematics |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
odd years only |
| MAT3105 Harmony of Partial Differential Equations |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
even years only |
| MAT3106 Vector Calculus and the Mathematical Modelling of Fluid Flows |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
even years only |
| STA2302 Statistical Inference |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| STA3303 Statistics for Climate Research |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| STA3300 Experimental Design |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| STA3301 Statistical Models |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
To complete the award, students taking a 16-unit major must
undertake 4 units of elective courses or one 4 unit option study.
Option Studies
Option studies are a set of courses as defined in the Option
Studies section of the Handbook.
Electives
Electives are courses chosen from other Level 1, 2 or 3 courses
in the University.
Unsuitable Electives
For various reasons, the following courses will not be approved
as electives for students majoring in Mathematics and Statistics in
the Bachelor of Science program:
MGT2100, MGT2102, MAT1100, MAC1901
, CIS1000, CIS1001, CIS2000, CIS2002, CIS2003
.
In addition, students will require their Program Coordinator's
approval if they wish to count both STA3300 Experimental Design and STA3302 Statistics for Researchers towards a Bachelor of Science program.
Plant science major (16-unit major)
Plant Science Major Objectives
Graduates who have completed the major in Plant Science will:
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have a sound grounding in the major subject areas central to
the biological sciences
-
have sufficient specialisation to be acceptable to employers
who are currently offering positions to three-year trained biology
graduates
-
have demonstrated competence in laboratory and field techniques
and the use of instrumentation relevant to general biological science
-
have the capacity to research biological topics in scientific
literature and to prepare concise, accurate reports of experimental
work
-
have an awareness of the principles of laboratory and field
safety as they apply in biological laboratories and during field work
-
be qualified for admission to an appropriate professional body.
Plant Science Major Courses
This is a 16-unit major. Along with the Foundation Studies
courses prescribed above, students must take the following 16 units
of courses:
To complete the award, students taking a 16-unit major must
undertake 4 units of elective courses or one 4 unit option study.
Option Studies
Option studies are a set of courses as defined in the Option
Studies section of the Handbook.
Electives
Electives are courses chosen from other Level 1, 2 or 3 courses
in the University.
Information technology major (12-unit major)
Information Technology Major Objectives
Graduates who have completed the major in Information Technology
will be able to:
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work as a professional in the Information Technology industry
-
demonstrate a sound understanding of several key areas of computing
-
have a broad knowledge in computing
-
have basic skills in software development and computer systems
-
demonstrate sound presentation and communication skills required
in the computing industry
-
satisfy academic admission requirements for membership of relevant
professional bodies.
Information Technology Major Courses
This is a 12-unit major. Along with the Foundation Studies
courses prescribed above, students must take the following 12 units
of courses:
| Courses |
Semester(s) Offered |
Mode |
Year of Offer |
| ELE1301 Computer Engineering |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC2401 Algorithms and Data Structures |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| MAT1100 Foundation Mathematics |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| MAT1101 Discrete Mathematics for Computing |
1, 3 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| Eight of the following, with at least three being Level 3 courses
: |
|
|
|
| CIS3001 Object-Oriented Programming with Java |
1, 2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC2402 Object-Oriented Programming in C++ |
1, |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC2404 Operating Systems |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC3412 System and Security Administration |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC2406 Web Publishing |
1, 3 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC2407 Introduction to Software Engineering |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC2408 Software Development Tools |
2, 3 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC2409 High Performance Numerical Computing |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC3400 Database Systems |
1, |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC3402 Graphical User Interface Programming |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC3403 Comparative Programming Languages |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC3406 Computer Graphics |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC3407 Network Fundamentals and Routing |
1, 3 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC3410 |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC3419 XML and the Web |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
ALL |
| CSC3413 Network Design and Analysis |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC3418 Computer Games Programming |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| CSC3427 Switching, Wireless and WAN Technologies |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
To complete the award, students taking a 12-unit major must
undertake one of the following:
-
one 8 unit second major
-
4 units of elective courses and one 4 unit option study; with
at least one being a level three course, or
-
8 units of electives with at least one being a level three course.
Second Major
Second majors can be chosen from any of the eight-unit majors
defined below for the Bachelor of Science (except Computing), or (with
the approval of the Program Coordinator) from other eight-unit majors
from other undergraduate programs in the University.
Option Studies
Option studies are a set of courses as defined in the Option
Studies section of the Handbook.
Electives
Electives are courses chosen from other Level 1, 2 or 3 courses
in the University.
Unsuitable Electives
For various reasons, the following courses will not be approved
as electives for students majoring in Information Technology in the
Bachelor of Science program:
CSC1402, CIS1000, CIS1001, CIS2000
, CIS2002, CIS2003, MGT2100, MGT2102.
Psychology major study (12-unit major)
Psychology Major Objectives
Graduates who have completed the major in Psychology will be
able to:
-
demonstrate a sound understanding of the scope and focus of
the major fields in contemporary Psychology
-
gain employment in the public and private sectors as behavioural
science graduates or as graduates with a broad range of skills
-
satisfy the minimum requirements for affiliate membership of
relevant professional bodies, most notably the Australian Psychological
Society
-
conduct research and report the findings to lay persons and
the scientific community at large.
Psychology Major Courses
This is a 12-unit major. Along with the Foundation Studies
courses prescribed above, students must take the following 12 units
of courses:
| Courses |
Semester(s) Offered |
Mode |
Year of Offer |
| PSY1010 Foundation Psychology A |
1, 3 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| PSY1020 Foundation Psychology B |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| PSY2010 Social Processes of Behaviour |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| PSY2020 Motivation and Emotion |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| PSY2030 Developmental Psychology |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| PSY2040 Human Information Processing |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| PSY2100 Research Methods in Psychology A |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| PSY2110 Research Methods in Psychology B |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| PSY3010 Assessment of Behaviour |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| PSY3030 Abnormal Behaviour |
1 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| PSY3050 Counselling Psychology |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
| PSY3110 Clinical Health Psychology |
2 |
ONC, EXT |
All |
To complete the award, students taking a 12-unit major must
undertake one of the following:
Second Major
Second majors can be chosen from any of the other eight-unit
majors defined for the Bachelor of Science, (Biology,
Human Physiology, Chemistry, Computing, Mathematics, Physics or Statistics)
or (with the approval of the Program Coordinator) from other eight-unit
majors from other undergraduate programs in the University.
The double major Psychology and Human Physiology, will provide
an appreciation of the connections between psychological and physiological
aspects of human health and is highly recommended by the Department
of Psychology.
Other majors in the University which have been taken as a second
major with psychology include Human
Resource Management, Management
and Leadership, Administrative
Management, Anthropology, History, Visual
Arts Practice, Marketing and English Literature.
Students intending to take a second major should begin enrolment
in these courses in the first year of full-time enrolment, or the
second year of part-time enrolment.
Option Studies
Option studies are a set of courses as defined in the Option Studies section of the Handbook.
Electives
Electives can be selected from the table of psychology electives
below or from any courses at Levels 1, 2 and 3 offered by USQ subject
to satisfaction of pre-requisite requirements, timetabling constraints,
quotas and program requirements.
Psychology Elective Courses
Note: These are the only Psychology elective courses
available. Students are responsible for ensuring that they do not
enrol in, or continue to be enrolled in, courses for which they have
not satisfied the enrolment requirements (e.g., the necessary pre-requisites).
The recommended enrolment patterns for students with no exemptions,
and the enrolment requirements for courses in the major, is given
in the table that follows. If students are granted exemptions from
specific compulsory courses or from approved elective courses, they
may need to modify the recommended enrolment pattern.
Eight-unit majors
Eight-unit major objectives
The eight-unit majors are designed to:
-
allow students to receive a broad-based education
-
allow students to study at least one discipline area to Third
Level
-
prepare students for teaching in appropriate areas to Grade
12 level in Secondary Schools, subject to further study
-
cater for students who aspire to professional studies that require
a general first degree for admission
-
form a basis for study at postgraduate diploma level, honours
level or higher.
Biology (8-unit major)
Biology Major Courses
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