Introduction to Marine and Antarctic Science A unit (KSA101)

Hobart, Online

Introduction

KSA101 will provide a background to the science and management of the seas with focus on Antarctic and Southern Ocean. On the completion of this unit, students will demonstrate a knowledge and comprehension of the contemporary issues facing Antarctic, marine and coastal environments, and the management strategies used to optimise the value (market and non-market) of these areas.

Summary

Unit name	Introduction to Marine and Antarctic Science A
Unit code	KSA101
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies
Discipline	Oceans Ice and Climate
Coordinator	Doctor Maree Fudge
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Introductory

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 1
Online	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

• Describe the historical, legal and political background to contemporary Antarctica and the Southern Ocean.
• Identify environmental, economic and social values of Antarctic, marine and coastal environments to understand their importance for national and international policy making.
• Discuss the drivers of change that impact on the environmental, economic and social values of Antarctic, marine and coastal environments.
• Describe the mechanisms and strategies used to manage Antarctic, marine, and coastal issues.

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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² Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
³ Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
⁴ Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern	This unit is offered on campus in Hobart and online.  1 hour tutorial per week 3 hours of lectures per week
Assessment	Assessment Task 3 - Presentation (10%)|Assessment Task 2 - Essay (15%)|Assessment Task 5 - Quiz (15%)|Assessment Task 4 - Essay (20%)|Assessment Task 6 - Exam (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Please refer to MyLo for key readings for this unit

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