BP192 - Bachelor of Environmental Science

Plan: BP192P23 - Bachelor of Environmental Science
Campus: City Campus

Program delivery and structure

Approach to learning and assessment
Work integrated learning
Program structure
Program transition plan

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Approach to learning and assessment

The teaching approach in this program is designed to foster your development as an independent learner so that you will be able to extend your capabilities once you graduate. The teaching methods may include lectorials, seminars, tutorials, workshops, practical and laboratory sessions, site visits and the provision of online materials. You will be expected to complete all prescribed out-of-class learning activities in preparation for scheduled face-to-face and online classes and encouraged to extend your learning through additional recommended readings and online activities. Of particular importance is the time spent in practice, laboratory based and work integrated learning activities that will develop your employability skills and capabilities.

Several courses in the program are delivered online, rather than on-campus, and you are likely to find that other courses transition to online delivery as you progress through the program. All courses use Canvas for electronic provision of course material, tutorial problems and/or other relevant documents.

Assessments are designed to give you the opportunity to demonstrate your capabilities. Various forms of assessment will be used throughout the program. The assessment you undertake will be appropriate to the objectives and student learning outcomes for each course. Assessment may include class tests, quizzes, essays/reports, oral class presentations, group projects, research projects, laboratory projects, practical assignments, reflective journals and timed assessment.

Inherent requirements   

The following information on inherent requirements outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional placement and on-campus learning activities. The non-academic abilities listed are provided for information only and are not entry requirements. 

If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there are a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities. Please contact the Equitable Learning Service  to discuss any adjustments you may require. 

This program requires face to face attendance at the RMIT City campus and has an extensive range of fieldwork that can require you to traverse rough ground, work in variable weather conditions and/or from the deck of a boat. All these experiences give you a true sense of what it is to be an environmental scientist.

Please read the full list of the Bachelor of Science inherent requirements, which apply to BP192 Bachelor of Environmental Science: https://www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/applying-to-rmit/local-student-applications/entry-requirements/inherent-requirements/bachelor-of-science

By understanding the types of activities you’ll participate in, you can: 

• understand more about the program 

• determine if you may need support during your studies 

• make an informed decision about whether the program is suitable for you 

If you are living with disability, long-term illness and/or a mental health condition, we can support you by making adjustments to activities in your program so that you can participate fully in your studies. To receive learning adjustments, you need to register with Equitable Learning Service  

The University considers the wellbeing and safety of all students, staff and the community to be a priority in on-campus learning and professional experience settings. 

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning 

If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (for example, through prior studies or work experience), you can apply for credit once you have enrolled in this program. There is information on the RMIT University website about how to apply for Credit: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit 

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Work integrated learning

RMIT University is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with professional or vocational practice. As a student enrolled in this program you will:   

• Undertake and be assessed on structured activities that allow you to learn, apply and demonstrate your professional or vocational practice   

• Interact with industry and community when undertaking these activities   

• Complete these activities in real work contexts or situations.   

Any or all of these aspects of a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) experience may be in a simulated workplace environment.  

In this program you will be doing specific courses that focus on WIL. You will be assessed on professional or vocational work in a workplace setting (real or simulated) and receive feedback from those involved in your industry. 

The work integrated learning (WIL) designated courses for this program are:    

• ONPS2186 Applied Science Project

• ONPS2668 Science Project 2

In these courses you will complete a supervised research project with one of our many industry partners. This allows you to further develop your teamwork, research and professional report writing skills. You also benefit from direct industry feedback. 

Some courses in the program also include guest lecturers from industry, government or the community and activities relating to industry as part of the learning experience.

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Program Structure

To graduate you must complete the following: Note: All courses listed may not be available each semester.
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Year One of Program
Complete the following Eight (8) Courses:
Course Title Credit Points Course Code Campus Data for a Scientific World 12 ONPS2700 City Campus Physical Sciences in Action 12 ONPS2701 City Campus The World of Life Sciences 12 ONPS2699 City Campus A Mathematical Toolbox for Scientists 12 MATH2443 City Campus STEM for Sustainable Development 12 ONPS2702 City Campus ONPS2749 Bundoora Campus Environmental Issues in Chemical Perspective 12 CHEM1014 City Campus The Changing Environment 12 ENVI1146 City Campus Foundations of Artificial Intelligence for STEM 12 COSC2960 City Campus COSC3094 Bundoora Campus
AND
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Year Two of Program
Complete the following Seven (7) Courses:
Course Title Credit Points Course Code Campus The Soil Environment 12 ENVI1012 City Campus Environmental Chemical Issues 12 CHEM1015 City Campus The Hydrosphere 12 ENVI1008 City Campus Sensors and Data: Framework to Policy 12 ENVI1236 City Campus Plant Diversity 12 BIOL2270 City Campus Innovation Ecosystem and the Future of Work 12 OENG1235 City Campus OENG1279 Bundoora Campus Ecology & Conservation 12 BIOL2182 Bundoora Campus BIOL2183 City Campus
AND
Complete Twelve (12) credit points from your chosen Generalist or Specialist Minor, or University electives.
AND
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Year Three of Program
Complete the following Five (5) Courses:
Course Title Credit Points Course Code Campus Environmental Sampling and Analysis 12 ENVI1145 City Campus The Atmosphere 12 ENVI1011 City Campus Applied Science Project 12 ONPS2186 City Campus Science Project 2 12 ONPS2668 City Campus Environmental Pollution, Management, and Sustainability 12 ENVI1237 City Campus
AND
Complete Thirty-six (36) credit points from your chosen Generalist or Specialist Minor, or University electives.
AND
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Generalist Minor List
List of Generalist Minors:
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Minor: Chemistry
Complete the following Four (4) Courses:
Course Title Credit Points Course Code Campus Chemistry Fundamentals 1 12 CHEM1313 City Campus Chemistry Fundamentals 2 12 CHEM1314 City Campus Concepts in Chemistry 12 CHEM1039 City Campus Further Concepts in Chemistry 12 CHEM1040 City Campus
OR
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Minor: Geospatial Science
Complete the following Four (4) Courses:
Course Title Credit Points Course Code Campus Applied Geospatial Techniques 12 GEOM2083 City Campus Spatial Information Science Fundamentals 12 GEOM1033 City Campus Earth Observation Science 12 GEOM2084 City Campus Spatial Thinking 12 GEOM2166 City Campus
OR
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Minor: Nutrition Science
Complete the following Four (4) Courses:
Course Title Credit Points Course Code Campus Chemistry for Food and Life Science 12 CHEM1239 City Campus CHEM1240 Bundoora Campus Nutritional Physiology 12 ONPS2722 City Campus Nutrition, Health and Disease 12 OHTH2068 City Campus OHTH2172 Bundoora Campus Applied Nutrition 12 OHTH1156 City Campus OHTH2173 Bundoora Campus
OR
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Minor: Space Science
Complete the following Four (4) Courses: Note: This is a specialist minor for the Physics Major.
Course Title Credit Points Course Code Campus Space Exploration 12 PHYS2182 City Campus Satellites and Space Debris 12 GEOM2160 City Campus Rocket Science 12 PHYS2183 City Campus Astrophysics and Cosmology 12 PHYS2067 City Campus
OR
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Minor: Statistics
Complete the following Three (3) Courses:
Course Title Credit Points Course Code Campus Data Visualisation with R 12 MATH2237 City Campus Statistical Methodologies 12 MATH2201 City Campus Linear Models and Experimental Design 12 MATH2203 City Campus
AND
Select and complete One (1) of the following Courses:
Course Title Credit Points Course Code Campus Time Series and Forecasting 12 MATH2204 City Campus Machine Learning 12 MATH2387 City Campus
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AND
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Specialist Minor List
List of Specialist Minors.
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Minor: Environmental Biology
Select and Complete Four (4) of the following Courses:
Course Title Credit Points Course Code Campus Plant Diversity 12 BIOL2270 City Campus Animal Diversity 12 BIOL2151 City Campus BIOL2153 Bundoora Campus Evolution 12 BIOL2546 City Campus Marine Biology 12 BIOL2128 Bundoora Campus BIOL2255 City Campus Ecotoxicology 12 BIOL2162 City Campus Field Experience Practicum 12 BIOL2061 Bundoora Campus
OR
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Minor: Environmental and Analytical Chemistry
Complete the following Four (4) Courses:
Course Title Credit Points Course Code Campus Environmental Analysis in Action 12 CHEM1315 City Campus Environmental and Chemical Analysis 12 CHEM1316 City Campus Advanced Topics in Chemistry 12 CHEM1068 City Campus Advanced Instrumental Analysis and Spectroscopy 12 CHEM1080 City Campus
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Program transition plan

Semester 1, 2024 Transition Plan

A minor amendment has been made to your program as detailed in the table below. If you have already completed any of the courses replaced, credit from the course will count towards your completion and you will not be required to enrol in the replacement courses.

Year level	Old Course	Replacement Course
Year 1 core	BIOL2547 Plant and Animal Biology	BIOL2183 Ecology and Conservation in year 2
Year 2 core	BIOL2546 Evolution	BIOL2270 Plant Diversity
Year 3 core	ENVI1144 Environmental Sustainability Project	ONPS2886 Science Project 2
Enviro Biology Minor	BIOL2549 Field Ecology	BIOL2546 Evolution

The following courses moved in the structure:

• COSC2960 Foundations of Artificial Intelligence for STEM: moved from year two to year one
• ENVI1237 Environmental Pollution, Management, and Sustainability: moved from year two to year three
• BIOL2546 Evolution: moved from year one core to Minor: Environmental Biology

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