Tasmanian Coastal Ecologies unit (ENV102)

Hobart

Introduction

In this subject, you focus on environmental studies by understanding, recording, and critically reflecting on coastal environments. You are introduced to the skills of field observation, recording, and communicating natural and cultural stories within coastal environments. The unique Tasmanian coast is a naturally dynamic environment that changes with influences of wind, tides, waves, and weather systems. Learning experiences, including practical field trips, develop your knowledge and understanding of the complex relationships in coastal environments. You will establish expertise in safely undertaking a multi-day outdoor environmental studies trip in a coastal environment

Summary

Unit name	Tasmanian Coastal Ecologies
Unit code	ENV102
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Arts and Society Faculty of Education
Discipline	Education
Coordinator	Doctor Philippa Morse
Available as an elective?	No
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Introductory

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 1

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 1	22/2/2026	16/3/2026	19/4/2026	13/6/2026

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Apply ecological concepts to field observations, recordings, and reflections in coastal ecosystems
• Recognise patterns and relationships in coastal ecosystems and the challenges facing these ecosystems
• Research natural and cultural history and communicate these stories using an environmental interpretation model
• Safely undertake a multi-day coastal journey

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution 1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3	Domestic Full Fee 4
050999	$1,192.00	$1,192.00	not applicable	$3,382.00

• Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
• HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility³
• FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility⁴

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern	Workshop (F2F on campus)  120 minutes  Weekly  Field work Activity  1 days  Four in the semester  Field work Activity  4.5 day  Once in the semester  Fieldwork Activity days are inclusive of all travel and break times and are equivalent to 2.5 hours of lecture content time.
Assessment	Fieldwork|Nature Journal A (30%)|Nature Journal B (30%)|Exam (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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