Ecosystem Science (B-SCI_MAJOR_42)

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Overview

The Ecosystem Science major focuses on the science and technologies associated with the function and management of ecosystems, via two specialisations in urban ecosystems and forest ecosystems. The major integrates knowledge from a range of disciplines including plant sciences, soil science, hydrology, ecology, design, engineering and the social sciences, by enabling students to complete a sequence of subjects in each specialisation. Students will also complete an integrated capstone subject in which they develop skills in site analysis, the collection, integration and analysis of data, and the evaluation and presentation of management plans. Students will gain to experience prepare them for the workplace by participating in group research projects and working groups.

Intended learning outcomes

Ecosystem Science major graduates:

Demonstrate an understanding of the science underpinning ecosystem processes and function
Describe the key environmental, social and economic challenges associated with the design and management of urban or forest ecosystems, including climate change, resource considerations, biodiversity conservation, urban densification, cultural values and management practices.
Apply research and design skills to problem solving in ecosystem science, including the collection, analysis, interpretation and presentation of data and information
Quantify, analyse and evaluate strategies and/or technologies used in urban or forest ecosystem management from biological, socio-ecological and technical perspectives
Articulate the roles, functions and outcomes of ecosystem-management practices across disciplines, including the physical and social sciences
Communicate an understanding of the science, technology and current issues in ecosystem science and management through academic, industry and community engagement activities

Last updated: 30 January 2024

Structure

50 credit points

Completion of 50 points of study at Level 3. Students choose one specialisation.

Subject Options

Urban Ecosystems specialisation (not available until 2019)

50 points.

All of:

Code	Name	Study period	Credit Points
EVSC30007	Integrated Landscape Analysis	Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5
ENST30003	Green Infrastructure Technologies	Not available in 2018	12.5
FRST30003	Urban Forest Ecosystems	Not available in 2018	12.5
EVSC30006	Ecology of Urban Landscapes	Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5

Forest Ecosystems specialisation

50 points.

Both of:

Code	Name	Study period	Credit Points
EVSC30007	Integrated Landscape Analysis	Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5
FRST30001	Forest Systems	Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5

Plus any 2 of the following:

Code	Name	Study period	Credit Points
BOTA30003	Environmental Plant Physiology	Not available in 2018	12.5
BOTA30004	Vegetation Management and Conservation	Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5
BOTA30006	Field Botany	Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5
ECOL30005	Applied Ecology	Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5
EVSC30003	Environmental Risk Assessment	Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5
FRST30003	Urban Forest Ecosystems	Not available in 2018	12.5

Last updated: 30 January 2024