Overview 2020
Location
- What is an ATAR
- CRICOS: 092245F
Note: this degree is part of a 2+2 agreement for international students. Domestic students should look at the Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Studies (P3L).
Learning outcomes
Within the context of the marine and Antarctic environments, graduates of the BMarAntSci (PhysOcean) (Hons) will:
- Have a broad and coherent knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts of physical oceanography.
- Have the cognitive skills to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise their knowledge of physical oceanography.
- Be able to communicate a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas relevant to physical oceanography.
- Have gained experience of literature research methods and tools, data collection and analysis, and field and/or laboratory techniques relevant to physical oceanography.
- Gained sufficient research and/or technical skills to allow them to complete a research study in physical oceanography.
- Have the ability to plan and conduct a research project investigating a defined problem within the field of physical oceanography.
- Be able to communicate research concepts and findings in a logical manner, in a variety of written and oral forms commonly used by professionals.
Career outcomes
Physical Oceanography
Professional Recognition
Nil, at present. IMAS may seek accreditation from the Institute for Marine Engineers, Scientists and Technologists in the future.
Course structure
The course structure consists of majors in Physical Oceanography and Mathematics, and a minor in Physics. In Year 4, students will undertake one of two pathways, depending upon their GPA:
- Group Project (for students passing all units in Year 3 and attaining a GPA <5.0)
- Individual Project (for students passing all units in Year 3 and attaining a GPA of ≥5.0)
Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science (Specialisation) with Honours
Schedule: Physical Oceanography Specialisation
Physical Oceanography Major
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Credit Points: 12.5
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View all details for KSA101 Introduction to Marine and Antarctic Science A
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View all details for KSA102 Introduction to Marine and Antarctic Science B
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Mathematics Major
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View all details for KMA254 Linear Algebra and Differential Equations
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View all details for KMA354 Partial Differential Equations, Applications and Methods 3
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Physics Minor
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Additional Requirements
Additional Advanced Units: Stream 1 Group Project
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View all details for KGG307 Geodesy: Observing Our Changing Planet
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View all details for KSM428 Marine and Antarctic Research Project (Part 1 of 2)
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View all details for KSM429 Marine and Antarctic Research Project (Part 2 of 2)
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View all details for KMA354 Partial Differential Equations, Applications and Methods 3
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Additional Advanced Units: Stream 2 Individual Research Project
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View all details for KGG307 Geodesy: Observing Our Changing Planet
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View all details for KSM405 Physical Oceanography Honours (Part 1 of 4)
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View all details for KSM406 Physical Oceanography Honours (Part 2 of 4)
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View all details for KSM407 Physical Oceanography Honours (Part 3 of 4)
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View all details for KSM408 Physical Oceanography Honours (Part 4 of 4)
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View all details for KMA354 Partial Differential Equations, Applications and Methods 3
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Entry requirements
Eligibility
Physical Oceanography
Minimum university entrance requirements plus pre-tertiary studies in Mathematics (MTM415117 or MTS415114, or equivalent) and Physics (PHY415115 or equivalent).
For who are nationals of and currently residing in a country where English is NOT the official language, English language requirements of IELTS (Academic) of 6.0 (no individual band less than 5.5), or equivalent, is required.
Articulation from
Ocean University China
Articulation to
All graduates of the BMarAntSc(PhysOcean) honours degree will be eligible to apply for entry to a research a research higher degree (Masters or PhD) at IMAS.
Detailed Admissions Information
Detailed admissions information and advice for all undergraduate courses, including comprehensive, course-level student profiles, is available from UTAS Admissions.
Fees & scholarships
Domestic students
Domestic students enrolled in a full fee paying place are charged the Student Services and Amenities Fee but this fee is incorporated in the fees you pay for each unit you enrol in. Full fee paying domestic students do not have to make any additional SSAF payments.
Detailed tuition fee information for domestic students is available at the Domestic Student Fees website, including additional information in relation to a compulsory Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF).
International students
2020 Total Course Fee (international students): $143,097 AUD*.
Course cost based on a rate of $33,950 AUD per standard, full-time year of study (100 credit points).
* Please note that this is an indicative fee only.
International students
International students are charged the Student Services and Amenities Fee but this fee is incorporated in the annual rate. International students do not have to make any additional SSAF payments.
Scholarships
For information on general scholarships available at the University of Tasmania, please visit the scholarships website.
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