Planet Earth: The Big Picture
ERTH1000
In this course you will be given an
introduction to earth systems, earth in
space, geochemical structure, rock cycle,
plate tectonics, geological time, landscape
evolution, ocean environments, surface
and ground waters, palaeobiology, earth
resources, geological hazards, environmental
geology, palaeoclimatology, and sociological
implications of earth sciences. The course
includes a one-day field trip, for which an
additional fee may be payable.
Financial Mathematics
MATH3090
This course provides an introduction to
financial mathematics and its applications.
Topics addressed include mathematical
models of annuities, equity and fixed-income
products, futures and forward contracts,
the term structure of interest rates, and
investment returns.
Electromagnetism and Modern
Physics
PHYS1002
This course provides an introduction to 20
th
and 21
st
century physics, and its place as
the basis of much of modern technology.
The content includes electromagnetism
and optics from which photonic and
RF/microwave communications were
developed; relativity required for GPS
navigation; and quantum physics critical
for lasers and semiconductors, and hence
computers and many other technologies.
Probability and Statistics
STAT2003
This course is about modelling, analysing and
understanding random experiments, random
phenomena, uncertainty, and chance,
through the language of probability theory.
Research Skills and Projects
By undertaking a research project you will
have a unique opportunity to develop core
research skills relevant to a wide spectrum
of scientific research, including written and
oral communication, skills in making scientific
observations, and recording and analysing
data collected from participating in an
individual or group project associated with
a discipline of interest to you. Courses are
available in most scientific disciplines, e.g.,
SCIE3220 Biomedical Science Research
Skills
(to find available research courses
search for ‘SCIE3’ at
.
SCIENCEAND
MATHEMATICS
UQ CODE COURSE NAME
BIOL1100
Evolutionary Perspectives on Modern
Society
BIOL2006
Biostatistics and Experimental
Design
BIOL3211 Marine Invertebrates
BIOL3228
Advances in Marine Biology and
Biotechnology
BIOM2011 Integrative Cell and Tissue Biology
BIOM2012 Systems Physiology
CHEM2052 Chemical Biology
CHEM2054 Experimental Chemistry
CHEM3010 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
ENVM3103
Regulatory Frameworks for
Environmental Management and
Planning
MATH2100 Applied Mathematic Analysis
MATH2400 Mathematic Analysis
MATH3202
Operations Research and
Mathematical Planning
PHYS2041 Quantum Physics
NOTES
– Course information is correct as at April 2013 and may
change in 2014. Please refer to
for current information.
– While all listed courses are available to Study Abroad
and Incoming Exchange students, some will require
Faculty/School approval as relevant previous study
may be required.
FEATUREDCOURSES
Systematic Anatomy
ANAT1020
This is an integrated course in systematic and
regional gross anatomy with clinical applications
specific to further study in physiotherapy. The
structure of the musculoskeletal, nervous,
cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urogenital,
and sensory systems will be examined.
Biochemistry and Molecular
Biology
BIOC2000
This course will provide you with key
principles of biochemistry and molecular
biology. Topics covered include protein
structure and function, biochemistry of DNA
replication, transcription and translation,
basic bioinformatics, properties of enzymes,
and key metabolic pathways and their
regulation. This course is of importance
across the biological and biomedical
sciences.
Developmental Neurobiology
DEVB3001
The adult human brain contains
approximately 10
11
neurons, which make an
estimated 10
14
synaptic connections. How
is such an astonishing structure generated?
What are the fundamental processes
responsible for the establishment of the
complex architecture of the human brain?
The answers to these profound questions lie
not in the adult animal but in the developing
embryo. The topics discussed in this course
will highlight important new insights into the
cellular and molecular mechanisms driving
the development of the central nervous
system.
Geology of Coral Reefs
ERTH3212
The Great Barrier Reef is one of Australia’s
most important natural heritage icons.
This field-based course offers a week-
long field experience at UQ’s Heron Island
Research Station in the southern Great
Barrier Reef. You will investigate processes
of reef formation, sedimentation, zonation,
morphology and structure to better
understand both modern and ancient reefs
while gaining insight into issues facing
modern and future reef systems. Additional
fees are payable. Numbers are limited, so
you must seek approval from a UQ Science
academic advisor prior to enrolling in this
course.
STEPHANIE
SCODRAS (CANADA)
Incoming Exchange Student
“Of all the great courses I’m taking
at UQ,
ENVM3103 Regulatory
Frameworks in Environmental
Management
is my favourite. Instead
of simply learning about the laws
regulating environmental management
issues in Brisbane and Queensland,
this class offers first-hand experience
in dealing with a local case study. I
highly recommend this class for any
student interested in environmental
law and who would like to interact with
Australian students.”
OTHERCOURSES
The table below lists other popular courses
in this area available to Study Abroad and
Incoming Exchange students. A full list of
courses can be found on UQ’s Courses and
Programs website at
Study Abroad and Incoming Exchange
UQ Guide 2014
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