Ecology, sustainability and environmental science - BIOS1301


	Faculty: Faculty of Science
	School: School of Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences
	Course Outline: http://www.bees.unsw.edu.au/
	Campus: Kensington Campus
	Career: Undergraduate
	Units of Credit: 6
	EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
	Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 5
	Excluded: ENVS1011
	Fee Band: 5 (more info)
	Further Information: See Class Timetable
	Available for General Education: Yes (more info)

Description

This course provides an introduction to ecology, sustainability and environmental science, introducing a range of biological topics and how scientists approach these topics to solve problems.

The course develops student skills in critically assessing scientific information, routinely debated by the public and decision-makers. It provides a strong grounding in today's and tomorrow's environmental problems and the role of science in providing solutions.

Please note: BIOS1301 averages 5 contact hours per week. Practical classes are not held each week during semester (total of 4 prac classes)