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Biology of Australian Flora & Fauna (BIOL10001) // Assessment

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Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Completion of regular submissions (minimum of 6 submitted approximately fortnightly) into a natural history journal, including peer review

  • 800 words (total)
Fortnightly during the teaching period15%

Completion of two online quizzes; associated with two self-guided field activities (2 x 3-hour field trips) 

  • 30 minutes (each)
From Week 6 to Week 1225%

Submission of two activities from the self-study program

  • 700 words (total)
 Week 3 or 4 and Week 9 or 10 15%

End of semester written exam incorporating submission of a meta-reflection

  • 1.5 hours
During the examination period45%

Last updated: 22 January 2026