Overview
The Climate Systems Science stream is focused on a broad introduction to the science of the Earth's climate system. Students will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of atmospheric science and oceanography while having the option of focusing their studies in areas such as climate change and risks, land processes, … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Demonstrate knowledge of climate systems and the underpinning science spanning physics, mathematics, chemistry, biology, and earth sciences.
2.
Describe the processes that govern climate, weather, and extremes, including the dynamics and thermodynamics of the atmosphere and oceans, and their interactions with the terrestrial and cryosphere systems.
3.
Use model output and a range of data products to evaluate present and past climates, and project future climate scenarios, including estimating uncertainties under different greenhouse gas emissions and other external forcings.
4.
Demonstrate an understanding of the physical concepts used in modelling the Earth system and perform climate model simulations to evaluate hypotheses under various climatic scenarios.
5.
Describe the impacts of climate change on ecosystems and identify risk management strategies to mitigate and adapt to climate change.
Available in Program(s) Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:
Bachelor of Science - BSc3970 - Science
Specialisation Structure
Students must complete 78 UOC.
Level 1 Core Courses30 Units of Credit:
Level 2 Core Courses12 Units of Credit:
Level 3 Core Courses12 Units of Credit:
Level 2 Prescribed Electives12 Units of Credit:
Level 3 Prescribed Electives 12 Units of Credit:
Recommended Electives
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