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This unit introduces students to the foundational concepts of environmental science through the applied context of real-world environmental challenges. Students will experience field-based learning and explore case studies as they engage with challenges at various scales, from global issues through to local impacts. Understanding of the often complex nature of environmental challenges, as well as the diverse approaches regarding utilisation of the natural environment, will be built through an emphasis on systems thinking. This unit addresses various Threshold Learning Outcomes (TLO) for environment and sustainability endorsed by the Australian Council of Environmental Deans and Directors (ACEDD).

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Describe disciplinary and transdisciplinary approaches to identifying and conceptualising environmental and sustainability challenges (ACEDD TLO 2.1);
| Understand diverse approaches to environment and sustainability including their own and others' values, knowledge, ethical positions and interests (ACEDD TLO 2.3

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Address research questions by identifying, synthesising and applying appropriate scientific knowledge and evidence from diverse sources (ACEDD TLO 3.1);

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Demonstrate communication skills through working both independently and collaboratively (ACEDD TLO 3.4).

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26 hrs

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12 hrs

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10 hrs - 4h practicals, 6h tutorials

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Module: Population growth and urbanisation

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Module: Population growth and urbanisation

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Module: Extreme events: fires, floods and droughts

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Module: Extreme events: fires, floods and droughts