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The 91É«ÇéƬ course investigates Earth’s environment from a scientific perspective. In particular, it considers evidence throughout Earth's history to inform important environmental processes today.

Topics considered include environmental pollution, soil hydrology, and groundwater science. Students will discover the environmental and earth science context of the Kensington Campus. The geology of Sydney is investigated, and how it relates to the city’s development and geoheritage. The topics are delivered through laboratory and field-based learning in the local area. The field work component occurs solely in class time and will not incur additional costs.

Term offering:ÌýTerm 1

Course attendance:ÌýIn person

Level:ÌýUndergraduate - First year

Discipline:

• Biology.
• Climate science.
• Earth science.
• Ecology.
• Geography.
• Marine science.

Course code:Ìý³Ò·¡°¿³§1211

Please refer to the latest handbook for Conditions of Enrolment and Additional Enrolment Constraints.

Environmental science analyses and provides solutions to current environmental challenges, including waste management, climate change and pollution. To protect the planet, environmental scientists study, develop and advise on future policies. These policies can be embedded within Government legislation to ensure the survival of flora, fauna and other natural resources. 

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