Study the Bachelor of Science (Coasts and Oceans)

Study Coasts and Oceans at Flinders

Dive into the science of our coasts and oceans.

This course is not offered in 2021.

Develop an understanding of a variety of coastal, marine and ocean systems, and examine the physical processes shaping these environments. You will be introduced to the use of coasts and oceans as resources and a variety of management and policy interventions, with the opportunity to participate in project work and field exercises.

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Prerequisites

None

Assumed knowledge

None

2021 selection rank

70.00

Guaranteed selection rank

70.00

TAFElink

Certificate IV or above

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

234251

Delivery mode

In person:

– Bedford Park

Online: No

Duration

3 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee

2021 : $7,377 (CSP)

Start dates

– March
– July

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Why study Coasts and Oceans at Flinders

Offers a balance between understanding coastal and marine processes, and practical management strategies for sustaining coastal and marine environments
Examines the physical processes shaping coastal and marine environments
No background in science required, just an inquiring mind
Introduces you to the use of coasts and oceans as resources
Combine this area of study with others such as biology and hydrology to broaden your employment possibilities

Your career

Your degree is the first step towards a range of employment opportunities.

Potential occupations include:

coastal and estuary officer
coastal ocean modeller
coastal programs officer
marine planning project officer
oceanographic officer.

Potential employers include:

government institutions
government agencies
meteorological departments
environmental departments
research institutes.

What you will study

First year A typical first year may include:	core topics in earth and environmental sciences, marine sciences, water resources and society, introduction to geographical information systems, and the nature of science a mathematics or numeracy topic a selection of elective topics.
Second year A typical second year may include:	core topics in coasts and oceans, global climate change, coastal processes, and an introduction to remote sensing a choice of earth sciences, environment, archaeology, biology and engineering topics a selection of elective topics.
Third year A typical third year may include:	core topics in coastal environments, and an introduction to managing coastal and marine environments applied environmental practice topics a choice of earth sciences, environment, archaeology, biology and engineering topics a selection of elective topics.
Honours year A typical honours year may include:	a major coasts and oceans research thesis allowing high-performing students to progress to a higher degree by research further development of professional skills, particularly those relevant to research and development.

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Practical experience

The degree provides you with practical experience that prepares you for the workforce.

Participate in project work, field exercises and practical challenges.
Undertake applied environmental practice topics in third year.

What you'll need

As part of the degree, you will be expected to perform tasks requiring walking and manual dexterity in field and laboratory situations.

Study abroad

There are opportunities to take your studies overseas through internships and short-term study abroad programs.

Add Innovation and Enterprise
to your degree

At Flinders University, we recognise that careers are evolving and the workplace of the future will look very different from today.

Whatever undergraduate course you are studying at Flinders, you can add innovation and enterprise electives to your degree to gain new, adaptable and transferrable skills that will equip you for the careers of tomorrow.

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Pursue multiple passions with a combined degree

You can also combine this degree with any other bachelor degree within the College of Science and Engineering, subject to meeting entry requirements.

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How to apply

Choose your preferred course.

Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.

Choose other courses to include in your preferences.

Visit SATAC and submit your application online.

Admission pathways

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

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Choosing your preferences

When choosing your preferences through SATAC, another Flinders degree you might want to include in your list is the:

Bachelor of Science.

How to apply

Select your course.

Check entry requirements.

Check your eligibility for credit.

Apply online

Obtain certified documents.

Submit your application and documents.

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English language pathways

If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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Academic program pathways

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.

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