Hobart, Online
Hobart based students are encouraged to enrol internally (face-to-face).
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 |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| Semester 1 | 21/2/2027 | 15/3/2027 | 18/4/2027 | 12/6/2027 |
* 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 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
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
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | This unit is offered on campus in Hobart and online. 1 hour tutorial per week 3 hours of lectures per week
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| 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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