University of New England

Bachelor of Science (Geoscience)

Constant technological disruption and new discoveries in science influence every aspect of our lives, meaning that there has never been a better time than now to safeguard your future career with scientific knowledge and practical skills. With 20 majors to choose from, UNE’s Bachelor of Science is flexibly delivered by experts in research and teaching. Tailor your degree towards generalist or specialist science, while developing a broad scientific base and refining your abilities in critical analysis and complex problem solving. Our majors span the pure and applied sciences, with specialisation available in traditional disciplines and emerging fields.

Geoscience

Complete 12 credit points from the following units:

• Quantitative Skills with Applications (MTHS110) – 6 credit points: Mathematical models appear throughout the natural and social sciences. For example, growth of both cell populations and money can be modelled using exponential functions. Introducing you to the universality of mathematics, this unit emphasises your development of good mathematical intuition and technical problem solving. Studying this unit, you will learn how to develop, understand, and apply mathematical models. Topics include a review of functions and graphing, exponential, logarithmic, inverse, and trigonometric functions and equations, solving systems of linear equations using matrices.
• Calculus and Linear Algebra 1 (MTHS120) – 6 credit points: In an increasingly data-driven world, the importance of quantitative skills has never been greater. This unit is ideal if you do not have a strong mathematical background or you would like a refresher in foundational topics. Developing your mathematical understanding of core quantitative skills and the importance of mathematics to science, this unit will empower you to confidently apply basic mathematics as a scientist, and ensures you have the knowledge needed for beginner-level university maths.
• Calculus and Linear Algebra 2 (MTHS130) – 6 credit points: Advanced calculus techniques are an essential tool for scientists modelling complex systems, from electromagnetic oscillations to the spread of infectious diseases. Integrating with other offerings in calculus and linear algebra this unit not only provides you with methods applied across the natural and social sciences but also with a theoretical foundation allowing you to pursue further study in mathematics.
• Introduction to Statistical Modelling (STAT100) – 6 credit points: Innovation in diverse scientific contexts, from livestock experiments to analysis of Martian soils, relies on statistics. Statistical methods are used universally to better understand the importance of observations and experiments, and to help us to investigate and explain the ways complex systems work. This unit offers you an opportunity to develop an introductory understanding of the fundamentals of statistics – invaluable whether you are interested in the life, environmental or physical sciences.