91126 Coral Reef Ecosystems
6cp; blockRequisite(s): ((91153 Catchment Ecosystems OR 91123 Biocomplexity) AND 91121 Aquatic Ecology)
In this senior-level field subject, students examine in detail the ecology and geology of a coral reef environment. As part of the study, students carry out a group research project on an area of special interest within the reef environment. The subject requires a literature survey prior to attendance and preparation of a field report following completion of the field work. The subject covers a range of aspects of the marine environment, including chemical, biological, physical and geological oceanography, in addition to the biology of fishes, benthic fauna, plants and sediments.
The subject includes an eight-day excursion to Queensland's Heron Island. Enrolment in the subject is restricted due to the availability of space at the Heron Island Research Station and preference is given to final year students in the Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology.
Additional subject costs: The excursion has an approximate cost to students of $600, in addition to return fares to Gladstone. Up-to-date cost and excursion dates are available from the Department of Environmental Sciences' website at:
Typical availability
July session, City campus
Fee information
2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $520.25
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.
2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,575.00
Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.
Subject EFTSL: 0.125Access conditions
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