FACULTY OF SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Undergraduate Award Requirements

Undergraduate Courses and Majors

FACULTY OF SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY — UNDERGRADUATE AWARD REQUIREMENTS

GENERAL

1.1 The degrees shall be:

1.2 Joint degrees involving Science shall be:

1.3 There shall be awards of:

DEGREES AND DIPLOMAS IN SCIENCE

2.1 APPLICATION OF REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the Faculty Award Requirements candidates for Awards of the Faculty must comply with the University Requirements for Undergraduate or Postgraduate Coursework Awards listed in this handbook and specific Degree or Certificate Award Requirements.

2.2 In exceptional circumstances the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, with the approval of the relevant Head of School, may dispense with or amend any requirements of or prescription by, the University Requirements for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework Awards, Faculty Award Requirements and Degree or Certificate Award Requirements.

3. ENROLMENT IN AWARDS

A person who holds an award listed in General Requirement 1.1 may not be a candidate for that award in the same discipline.

4. ENROLMENT IN SUBJECTS

Except with faculty permission, granted on the advice of the Head of the appropriate School, a candidate may not:

• 4.1 enrol for any subject unless a passing grade for any prerequisites listed in the Master Schedule of Subjects has been obtained within the previous four years, or

• 4.2 enrol for any subject unless the candidate concurrently enrols for any corequisites listed in the Master Schedule of Subjects for which passing grades have not been obtained in a previous year.

5.1 ADVANCED STANDING

Candidates for awards of the faculty may apply to obtain advanced standing as detailed in the Advanced Standing for Previous Studies and Recognised Prior Learning Policy and associated procedures.

5.2 Candidates are advised that degree specific Award Requirements may specify advanced standing provisions unique to that degree.

5.3 Candidates are advised that such advanced standing obtained may be subject to cancellation as specified within degree specific Award Requirements.

6.1 THE GRADE OF PASS CONCEDED

The grade of Pass Conceded may be recommended by the school directly on the basis of the particular examination. This grade may also be awarded by the faculty following consideration of the student’s overall result for the year.

6.2 A candidate who is granted the grade of Pass Conceded in a subject shall, for the purposes of Requirement 4.1, be deemed to have passed the subject and shall be credited with the appropriate credit points, but may not enrol for a more advanced subject in any discipline requiring the first as a prerequisite except with the approval of the appropriate Head of School.

6.3 The number of credit points that may be credited at Pass Conceded level shall not exceed 18 for a three year degree and the equivalent for degrees of greater length.

6.4 A candidate awarded the grade of Pass Conceded may apply to the Head of the School concerned for permission, at the next regular examination in that subject, to attempt to convert that grade to a Pass grade. Such re-examination will not be counted towards aggregate credit points work load for an academic year.

7. The faculty will publish annually a list of subjects available to candidates. The list appears as the Schedule of Science Subjects.

8. In exceptional circumstances the Pro-Vice-Chancellor with the approval of the relevant Head of School, may permit a candidate to graduate with fewer than the minimum stipulated credit points of study for an award offered in the faculty.

DEGREES IN ENGINEERING

1. APPLICATION OF REQUIREMENTS

Candidates for Awards in Engineering must comply with (i) the University Requirements for Undergraduate Coursework Awards, (ii) general Faculty Award Requirements and (iii) specific Degree or Diploma Award Requirements.

2. In exceptional circumstances and notwithstanding the University Requirements for Undergraduate Coursework Awards and the Degree or Diploma Award Requirements the faculty may dispense with or amend any conditions specified in the Requirements.

3.1 ENROLMENT IN BACHELOR DEGREES

Candidates enrolled in the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering with Honours, Bachelor of Engineering-Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering with Honours-Bachelor of Science must specialise in one of the following majors:

• Chemical

• Civil

• Computer Systems

• Electrical and Electronic

• Environmental

• Mechanical.

3.2 The engineering thesis topic of a Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering with Honours, Bachelor of Engineering-Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering with Honours-Bachelor of Science candidate, must be specific to the candidate’s chosen engineering major.

3.3 Some subjects in each of the majors may require candidates to participate in field trips, site visits or other off-campus activities. A fee may be charged by the School of Engineering for transport or subsistence associated with these trips.

4.1 ADVANCED STANDING

Candidates for Bachelor degrees within the School of Engineering may apply to obtain advanced standing for previous study.

4.2 The maximum amount of advanced standing granted will be 50% of the credit points required for the award. If the candidate requests advanced standing approaching this maximum level, then the advanced standing should be predominantly from the first two levels of the Bachelor of Engineering program.

4.3 A minimum of 18 credit points should be completed at James Cook University for each of levels 3 and 4. The fourth year thesis (six credit points) must be included in this minimum requirement.

4.4 Students or prospective students wishing to apply for advanced standing are required to submit a detailed proposal to the School of Engineering. Details of the process can be obtained from:

• School of Engineering

• James Cook University Qld 4811

5.1 HONOURS

The Engineering Board of Studies will invite selected candidates to enter either the Bachelor of Engineering with Honours degree or the Bachelor of Engineering with Honours-Bachelor of Science degree at the beginning of their final year of study.

5.2 Selections will be based on the weighted Grade Point Average from the first three levels of their engineering study. Weighted average GPA = (1 x level 1 GPA + 2 x level 2 GPA + 3 x level 3 GPA)/6.

5.3 Candidates anticipating First Class Honours must pursue a thesis with a significant research component..

5.4 The award of Honours (I, IIA, IIB) or Pass degrees will be determined by the Engineering Board of Studies, after consideration of the weighted Grade Point Average achieved by a candidate over all four levels of engineering study. Weighted average GPA = (1 x level 1 GPA + 2 x level 2 GPA + 3 x level 3 GPA + 4 x level 4 GPA)/10.

6. VACATION PRACTICE AND SENIOR FIRST AID

Candidates must meet the following additional requirements before their degrees will be conferred:

• 6.1 candidates are required to work a minimum of 60 days of vacation practice; and

• 6.2 candidates will obtain a Senior First Aid Certificate that is current at the time of graduation.

BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE AND BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE WITH HONOURS

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Applied Science and Bachelor of Applied Science with Honours

1. A candidate for the pass or honours degree shall, unless admitted with advanced status, follow an approved course of study to obtain a minimum of 96 credit points. The normal time for completion of the degree is four years full-time study.

2. The maximum period of candidature for the degree is normally 10 years.

3. The minimum of 96 credit points from Requirement 1 shall be obtained by passing subjects from the Schedule of Science Subjects, according to the following:

• 3.1 at least 18 credit points from science level 1 subjects; of these, at least 3 credit points must be obtained from each of the following subject groups:

  Group 1:	All first year MA and PH subjects except PH1001
  Group 2:	All first year CH and CP subjects together with BM1000, but excluding CH1020 and CP1030
  Group 3:	All first year BT/BZ/MB/ZL subjects
  Group 4:	All first year EA and EV subjects

• 3.2 at least 15 credit points from science level 2 subjects;

• 3.3 at least 15 credit points from science level 3 subjects;

• 3.4 at least 18 credit points from science level 4 and 5 subjects.

4. Not more than 24 credit points may be credited from subjects from other faculties listed in the Master Schedule of Subjects.

5. Not more than 33 credit points may be credited from level 1 subjects.

6. A candidate may not, except with the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor:

• 6.1 enrol for any science level 2 subject until 12 credit points from science level 1 subjects have been obtained; or

• 6.2 enrol for any science level 3 subject until 18 credit points from science level 1 and level 2 subjects have been obtained; or

• 6.3 enrol for any science level 4 subject until 72 credit points have been obtained; or

• 6.4 enrol for any science level 5 subject until 12 credit points from science level 3 have been obtained.

7. For the degree to be awarded in a major listed in Schedule 1, the candidate must complete the requirements laid down by the faculty for that major.

8. A candidate who has satisfied the school requirements relating to the necessary standard of academic achievement may enrol in the Honours degree.

9. Students may articulate from the Bachelor of Science degree at this University into the Bachelor of Applied Science or the Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours) and complete the degree in the minimum time according to the following:

• 9.1 satisfy the requirements 3.3, 3.4 and 4 above; and

• 9.2 relinquish an existing Bachelor of Science degree prior to graduating with the degree of Bachelor of Applied Science.

10. Students who have completed a Bachelor of Science or equivalent degree at this or another higher education institution recognised by the faculty may complete a Bachelor of Applied Science or Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours) degree according to the following:

• 10.1 obtain a minimum of 36 credit points; and

• 10.2 satisfy the requirements 3.3, 3.4 and 4 above.

Schedule 1

1 Majors

1 Aquaculture.

BACHELOR OF ARTS-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Requirements for the joint degree are shown in the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences section of this handbook.

refer to Bachelor of Arts-Bachelor of Science

BACHELOR OF ARTS-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE WITH HONOURS IN BOTH OR EITHER DISCIPLINES

Requirements for the joint degree are shown in the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences section of this handbook.

refer to Bachelor of Arts-Bachelor of Science with Honours in both or either disciplines

BACHELOR OF BIOTECHNOLOGY

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Biotechnology

1. A candidate for the pass degree shall, unless admitted with advanced status, follow a course of study as detailed in the specific program shown under Undergraduate Courses and Majors to obtain a minimum of 72 credit points.

2. The normal time for the completion of the degree is three years full-time study. The maximum period of candidature for the degree is normally 10 years.

3. Unless otherwise approved by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology, the minimum of 72 credit points from Requirement 1 shall be obtained by following a course of study shown under Undergraduate Courses and Majors according to the following:

• 3.1 at least 18 credit points of level 1 subjects;

• 3.2 at least 15 credit points of level 2 subjects; and

• 3.3 at least 18 credit points of level 3 subjects.

A grade of Pass (P) or higher must be obtained in all core subjects.

4. Not more than 30 credit points may be credited from level 1 subjects.

5. A candidate may not, except with the prior approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology, enrol:

• 5.1 for any subject at level 2 until 12 credit points from subjects at level 1 have been obtained;

• 5.2 for any subject at level 3 until 18 credit points from subjects at level 2 have been obtained.

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS-BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Requirements for the joint degree are shown in the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts section of this handbook.

refer to Bachelor of Business-Bachelor of Information Technology

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE-BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Note: The Bachelor of Commerce-Bachelor of Information Technology has been suspended from 2008. No new enrolments will be accepted. Students currently enrolled may continue their studies in the course.

Requirements for the joint degree are shown in the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts section of this handbook.

BACHELOR OF CONSERVATION BIOLOGY

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Conservation Biology and Bachelor of Conservation Biology with Honours

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COURSE

A candidate for the degree shall follow an approved course of study as specified in the program shown under Undergraduate Courses and Majors to obtain a minimum of 72 credit points. This shall include the specified core subjects and elective subjects.

2. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is three years full-time study or six years part-time.

3. The maximum time for completion is normally 10 years.

4. PROGRESSION

In selecting the subjects for which a candidate seeks to enrol in any year the candidate shall adhere as far as possible to the order in which the subjects of the course are set out in the Undergraduate Courses and Majors.

5. A candidate may not, except with the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor:

• 5.1 enrol in any science level 2 subjects until 12 credit points from science level 1 subjects have been obtained; or

• 5.2 enrol in any science level 3 subjects until 18 credit points from science level 1 and level 2 subjects have been obtained.

6. PASS CONCEDED

The grade of Pass Conceded for a subject may be awarded at the examiners’ meeting. The grade may also be awarded by the faculty following consideration of the student’s overall result for the year.

7. A candidate who is awarded the grade of Pass Conceded for a subject shall be deemed to have passed the subject and shall be credited with the appropriate credit points but may not enrol for a more advanced subject in any discipline requiring the first as a prerequisite except with the approval of the relevant Head of School.

8. The number of credit points that may be credited at Pass Conceded level shall not exceed 18 for the Bachelor of Conservation Biology.

9. ADVANCED STANDING FOR PRIOR STUDY

Candidates for awards of the faculty may apply to obtain advanced standing for previous tertiary study as detailed in the Advanced Standing for Previous Studies and Recognised Prior Learning Policy and associated procedures.

10. Except with faculty permission, granted on the advice of the Head of School, a candidate may not enrol for any subject unless a passing grade for any prerequisites has been obtained within the previous four years.

11. CANCELLATION OF ADVANCED STANDING

Unless the faculty otherwise determines, advanced standing gained for any subject shall be cancelled 10 years after the date of the examination upon which the credit is based if by then the candidate has not completed the course.

12. SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMINATION FOR FINAL SUBJECT TOWARDS THE DEGREE

A candidate who has failed the final subject towards the degree and who gained 40% or more of the marks for that subject, may be granted a supplementary examination in that subject.

13. ADMINISTRATION OF THE DEGREE

The degree shall be administered by the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology.

BACHELOR OF CONSERVATION BIOLOGY WITH HONOURS

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Conservation Biology and Bachelor of Conservation Biology with Honours

1. A person may enrol for the honours degree if that person has:

• 1.1 completed the requirements of the pass degree or been admitted by the faculty to equivalent status; and

• 1.2 satisfied the school requirements relating to the standard of academic achievement necessary to proceed to an honours degree.

2. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COURSE

The honours degree studies shall comprise 24 credit points and, except with the approval of the faculty on the advice of the Head of School, shall follow on directly from the pass degree and no later than two years following completion of the pass degree.

3. A candidate for the honours degree shall undertake such subjects as are shown under the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology Undergraduate Courses and Majors.

4. Except with the approval of the faculty, there shall be no re-examination.

5. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is one year full-time study.

6. ADMINISTRATION OF THE DEGREE

The degree shall be administered by the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology.

BACHELOR OF CONSERVATION BIOLOGY (ADVANCED)

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Conservation Biology (Advanced) and Bachelor of Conservation Biology (Advanced) with Honours

1. SPECIAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Students enrolled in a JCU Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Conservation Biology may be eligible to transfer into the Bachelor of Conservation Biology (Advanced) at level 2 or level 3 if they have successfully completed the necessary subject combinations and have achieved a GPA of 5.5 or greater.

2. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COURSE

A candidate for the degree shall follow an approved course of study as specified in the program shown under Undergraduate Courses and Majors to obtain a minimum of 72 credit points. This shall include the specified core subjects and elective subjects.

3. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is three years full-time study or six years part-time.

4. The maximum time for completion is normally 10 years.

5. The maximum amount of time a student can take as leave of absence from the course is two years.

6. PROGRESSION

In selecting the subjects for which a candidate seeks to enrol in any year the candidate shall adhere as far as possible to the order in which the subjects of the course are set out in the Undergraduate Courses and Majors.

7. A candidate may not, except with the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor:

• 7.1 enrol in any science level 2 subjects until 12 credit points from science level 1 subjects have been obtained;

• 7.2 enrol in any science level 3 subjects until 18 credit points from science level 1 and level 2 subjects have been obtained.

8. In addition to requirements of the Academic Progression Policy, other than where special circumstances apply, students who do not achieve an annual GPA of at least 5.5 or who fail a subject will be withdrawn from the course but will be permitted to enrol in the Bachelor of Conservation Biology or Bachelor of Science.

9. PASS CONCEDED

The grade of Pass Conceded for a subject may be awarded at the examiners’ meeting. The grade may also be awarded by the faculty following consideration of the student’s overall result for the year.

10. A candidate who is awarded the grade of Pass Conceded for a subject shall be deemed to have passed the subject and shall be credited with the appropriate credit points but may not enrol for a more advanced subject in any discipline requiring the first as a prerequisite except with the approval of the relevant Associate Dean/Faculty Registrar.

11. The number of credit points that may be credited at Pass Conceded level shall not exceed three for the Bachelor of Conservation Biology (Advanced).

12. ADVANCED STANDING FOR PRIOR STUDY

Candidates for awards of the faculty may apply to obtain advanced standing for previous tertiary study as detailed in the Advanced Standing for Previous Studies and Recognised Prior Learning Policy and associated procedures..

13. Except with faculty permission, granted on the advice of the Head of School, a candidate may not enrol for any subject unless a passing grade for any prerequisites have been obtained within the previous four years.

14. CANCELLATION OF ADVANCED STANDING

Unless the faculty otherwise determines, advanced standing gained for any subject shall be cancelled 10 years after the date of the examination upon which the credit is based if by then the candidate has not completed the course.

15. SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMINATION FOR FINAL SUBJECT TOWARDS THE DEGREE

A candidate who has failed the final subject towards the degree and who gained 40% or more of the marks for that subject, may be granted a supplementary examination in that subject.

16. ADMINISTRATION OF THE DEGREE

The degree shall be administered by the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology.

BACHELOR OF CONSERVATION BIOLOGY (ADVANCED) WITH HONOURS

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Conservation Biology (Advanced) and Bachelor of Conservation Biology (Advanced) with Honours

1. A person may enrol for the honours degree if that person has:

• 1.1 completed the requirements of the pass degree or been admitted by the faculty to equivalent status; and

• 1.2 satisfied the school requirements relating to the standard of academic achievement necessary to proceed to an honours degree.

2. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COURSE

The honours degree studies shall comprise 24 credit points and, except with the approval of the faculty on the advice of the Head of School, shall follow on directly from the pass degree and no later than two years following completion of the pass degree.

3. A candidate for the honours degree shall undertake such subjects as are shown under the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology Undergraduate Courses and Majors.

4. Except with the approval of the faculty, there shall be no re-examination.

5. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is one year full-time study.

6. ADMINISTRATION OF THE DEGREE

The degree shall be administered by the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology.

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Requirements for the joint degree are shown in the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences section of this handbook.

refer to Joint degrees with Bachelor of Education

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION WITH HONOURS-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Requirements for the joint degree are shown in the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences section of this handbook.

refer to Bachelor of Education with Honours-Bachelor of Science

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE WITH HONOURS

Requirements for the joint degree are shown in the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences section of this handbook.

refer to Joint degrees with Bachelor of Education

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING AND BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING WITH HONOURS

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Engineering

1. Candidates for the degree shall pursue an approved course of study to obtain a minimum of 96 credit points, as specified in the Undergraduate Courses and Majors, and obtain passing grades in all prescribed subjects.

2. The requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering with Honours are normally completed in four years of full-time study. The maximum period of candidature for both degrees is 10 years.

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE AND BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING WITH HONOURS- BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Engineering-Bachelor of Science

1. The joint degree shall be administered by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology.

2. Candidates for the degree shall pursue an approved course of study to obtain a minimum of 120 credit points, as specified in the Undergraduate Courses and Majors, and obtain passing grades in all prescribed subjects.

3. Bachelor of Engineering-Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Engineering with Honours-Bachelor of Science candidates must specialise an approved Engineering major plus one of the following Science majors:

• Aquaculture

• Archaeology

• Biochemistry/Molecular Biology

• Botany

• Chemistry

• Computer Science

• Environmental Earth Science

• Environmental Science

• Genetics and Genomics

• Geography

• Geology/Economic Geology

• Hydrology and Water Resources

• Marine Biology

• Marine Biology - Advanced

• Mathematics

• Microbiology

• Pharmacology

• Physics

• Physiology

• Spatial Science

• Zoology

4. The degree will be structured such that:

• 4.1 candidates must enrol in level 1 Engineering studies in their first year of the degree;

• 4.2 candidates must pass 30 credit points of Science, including an approved Science major;

• 4.3 it is recommended that at least one subject from the Science major be taken in each teaching period of years 2 through 5 of the degree;

• 4.4 candidates will pass at least 90 credit points from their chosen Engineering major, foregoing up to six credit points as listed in the Undergraduate Courses and Majors;

• 4.5 in cases where there is overlap between the core subjects of the Science and Engineering majors, it is highly recommended that candidates undertake the remaining six credit points of their chosen Engineering major.

5. The requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering-Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering with Honours-Bachelor of Science degrees are normally completed in five years of full-time study. The maximum period of candidature for these degrees is 10 years.

BACHELOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Environmental Science and Bachelor of Environmental Science with Honours

1. A candidate for the pass degree shall, unless admitted with advanced status, follow an approved course of study to obtain a minimum of 72 credit points.

2. The normal time for completion of the degree is three years full-time study. The maximum period of candidature for the degree is normally 10 years.

3. The minimum of 72 credit points from Requirement 1 shall be obtained by passing subjects from the Schedule of Science Subjects according to the following:

• 3.1 at least 18 credit points from science level 1 subjects in accordance with the course structure shown in the schedule under Undergraduate Courses and Majors;

• 3.2 at least 21 credit points from science level 2 subjects in accordance with the course structure shown in the schedule under Undergraduate Courses and Majors;

• 3.3 at least 18 credit points from science level 3 subjects in accordance with the course structure shown in the schedule under Undergraduate Courses and Majors.

4. Not more than six credit points may be credited from preparatory subjects, CH1020, MA1020, SC1021.

5. Not more than a total of 12 credit points may be credited from preparatory subjects listed in Requirement 4 above and subjects from other faculties listed in the Master Schedule of Subjects .

6. Not more than 30 credit points may be credited from level 1 subjects.

7. A candidate may not, except with the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor:

• 7.1 enrol for any science level 2 subject until 12 credit points from science level 1 subjects have been obtained; or

• 7.2 enrol for any science level 3 subject until 18 credit points from science level 1 and level 2 subjects have been obtained.

8. A candidate who has satisfied the school requirements relating to the necessary standard of academic achievement may enrol in the honours degree.

9. Students in the Bachelor of Environmental Science program will be required to attend a two day field trip during their first year of study.

BACHELOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE WITH HONOURS

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Environmental Science and Bachelor of Environmental Science with Honours

1. A person may enrol for the honours degree if that person has:

• 1.1 completed the requirements of the pass degree or been admitted by the faculty to equivalent status; and

• 1.2 satisfied the school requirements relating to the standard of academic achievement necessary to proceed to an honours degree.

2. The honours degree studies shall comprise 24 credit points and, except with the approval of the faculty on the advice of the relevant Head of School, shall follow on directly from the pass degree and no later than two years following completion of the pass degree.

3. A candidate for the honours degree shall undertake such subjects, research and literature projects as the relevant Head of School designates.

4. With the approval of the relevant heads of schools, students may undertake an honours program involving more than one school.

5. Except with the approval of the faculty, there shall be no re-examination.

BACHELOR OF GEOLOGY

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Geology and Bachelor of Geology with Honours

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COURSE

A candidate for the degree shall follow an approved course of study as specified in the program shown under Undergraduate Courses and Majors to obtain a minimum of 72 credit points. This shall include the specified core subjects and elective subjects.

2. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is three years full-time study or six years part-time.

3. The maximum time for completion is 10 years.

4. The maximum amount of time a student can take as leave of absence from the course is three years.

5. PASS CONCEDED

The grade of Pass Conceded may be awarded at the examiners’ meeting. The grade may also be awarded by the faculty following consideration of the student’s overall result for the year.

6. A candidate who is awarded the grade of Pass Conceded in a subject shall be deemed to have passed the subject and shall be credited with the appropriate credit points but may not enrol for a more advanced subject in any discipline requiring the first as a prerequisite except with the approval of the relevant Associate Dean/Faculty Registrar.

7. The number of credit points that may be credited at Pass Conceded level shall not exceed 18 for the Bachelor of Geology and no more than six credit points at level 3.

8. ADVANCED STANDING FOR PRIOR STUDY

Candidates for awards of the faculty may apply to obtain advanced standing for previous tertiary study as detailed in the Advanced Standing for Previous Studies and Recognised Prior Learning Policy and associated procedures.

9. Advanced standing for previous study granted towards the Bachelor of Gelogy may only be granted for study undertaken in the previous five years.

10. CANCELLATION OF ADVANCED STANDING

Unless the faculty otherwise determines, advanced standing gained for any subject shall be cancelled seven years after the date of the examination upon which the credit is based if by then the candidate has not completed the course.

11. SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMINATION FOR FINAL SUBJECT TOWARDS THE DEGREE

A candidate who has failed the final subject towards the degree and who gained 40% or more of the marks for that subject, may be granted a supplementary examination in that subject.

12. ADMINISTRATION OF THE DEGREE

The degree shall be administered by the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology.

BACHELOR OF GEOLOGY WITH HONOURS

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Geology and Bachelor of Geology with Honours

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COURSE

A candidate for the degree shall follow an approved course of study as specified in the program shown under Undergraduate Courses and Majors to obtain a minimum of 24 credit points.

2. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is one year full-time study or two years part-time.

3. ADMINISTRATION OF THE DEGREE

The degree shall be administered by the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology.

BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY WITH HONOURS

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of Information Technology with Honours

1. A candidate for the pass degree shall, unless admitted with advanced status, follow a course of study as detailed in the specific program shown under Undergraduate Courses and Majors to obtain a minimum of 72 credit points. The normal time for completion of the degree is three years full-time study.

2. The maximum period of candidature for the pass degree is normally six years.

3. The minimum of 72 credit points from Requirement 1 shall be obtained by passing at least 18 credit points of level 1 subjects, at least 15 credit points of level 2 subjects, and at least 18 credit points of level 3 subjects.

4. For the pass degree, a minimum of 36 credit points of Computer Science subjects, or cognate subjects from other disciplines as approved by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, must be completed.

5. Elective subjects should normally be selected from subjects in Computer Science, Computer Systems Engineering, Geographical Information Systems, Business Information Systems, Mathematics, Accounting and Finance and Management.

6. Not more than 30 credit points may be credited from level 1 subjects.

7. A candidate may not, except with the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, enrol:

• 7.1 for any subject at level 2 until 12 credit points from subjects at level 1 have been obtained; and

• 7.2 for any subject at level 3 until 18 credit points from subjects at level 1 and level 2 have been obtained.

8. A person may continue in an honours degree if that person has:

• (a) completed the requirements of the pass degree or been admitted by the faculty to equivalent status; and

• (b) satisfied the discipline’s requirements relating to the standard of academic achievement necessary to proceed to an honours degree.

• 8.1 The honours degree shall comprise the requirements of the pass degree plus an additional 24 credit points and, except with the approval of the faculty on the advice of the Head of School, shall be commenced within two years of completion of the pass degree.

• 8.2 The proposed course of study undertaken by the candidate must be approved by the head of the discipline of Information Technology.

• 8.3 Except with the approval of the Faculty, there shall be no re-examination.

BACHELOR OF MARINE SCIENCE

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Marine Science and Bachelor of Marine Science with Honours

1. A candidate for the pass degree shall follow an approved course of study to obtain a minimum of 72 credit points.

2. The normal time for completion of the degree is three years full-time study. The maximum period of candidature is normally 10 years.

3. The minimum of 72 credit points from Requirement 1 shall be obtained by passing subjects from the Schedule of Science Subjects according to the following:

• 3.1 at least 18 credit points from science level 1 subjects in accordance with the course structure shown in the schedule under Undergraduate Courses and Majors;

• 3.2 at least 15 credit points from science level 2 subjects in accordance with the course structure shown in the schedule under Undergraduate Courses and Majors;

• 3.3 at least 18 credit points from science level 3 subjects in accordance with the course structure shown in the schedule under Undergraduate Courses and Majors.

4. Not more than six credit points may be credited from preparatory subjects, CH1020, MA1020, SC1021.

5. Not more than a total of 12 credit points may be credited from preparatory subjects listed in Requirement 4 above and subjects from other faculties listed in the Master Schedule of Subjects .

6. Not more than 30 credit points may be credited from level 1 subjects.

7. A candidate may not, except with the approval of the Pro-Vice Chancellor:

• 7.1 enrol for any science level 2 subject until 12 credit points from science level 1 subjects have been obtained; or

• 7.2 enrol for any science level 3 subject until 18 credit points from science level 1 and level 2 subjects have been obtained.

8. Students may be accepted into the Tropical Marine Network major if they have completed year 1 with a Credit average or better. Students may apply to transfer into the Tropical Marine Network major at the end of the first year if they have completed, or will complete, the necessary prerequisites.

9. A candidate who has satisfied the school requirements relating to the necessary standard of academic achievement may enrol in the honours degree.

BACHELOR OF MARINE SCIENCE WITH HONOURS

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Marine Science and Bachelor of Marine Science with Honours

1. A person may enrol for the honours degree if that person has:

• 1.1 completed the requirements of the pass degree or been admitted by the faculty to equivalent status; and

• 1.2 satisfied the school requirements relating to the standard of academic achievement necessary to proceed to an honours degree.

2. ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS FOR COURSE COMPLETION

A candidate for the degree shall follow an approved course of study as specified in the program shown under Undergraduate Courses and Majors sto obtain a minimum of 24 credit points.

3. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is one year full time study or two years part time where part-time subjects are available.

4. A candidate for the honours degree shall undertake such subjects, research and literature projects as the relevant Head of School designates.

5. With the approval of the relevant heads of schools, students may undertake an honours program involving more than one school.

6. PASS CONCEDED

A Pass Conceded will not be awarded for an honours degree.

7. RE-EXAMINATION OF THE DEGREE

Except with the approval of the faculty, there shall be no re-examination.

8. ADMINISTRATION OF THE DEGREE

The degree shall be administered by the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology.

BACHELOR OF PLANNING AND BACHELOR OF PLANNING WITH HONOURS

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Planning and Bachelor of Planning with Honours

1. A candidate for the pass or honours degree shall, unless admitted with advanced status, follow an approved course of study to obtain a minimum of 96 credit points. The normal time for completion of the degree is four years full-time study.

2. The maximum period of candidature for the degree is normally 10 years.

3. The minimum of 96 credit points from Requirement 1 shall be obtained by passing subjects from the Schedule of Science Subjects, according to the following:

• 3.1 at least 18 credit points from level 1 subjects;

• 3.2 at least 15 credit points from level 2 subjects;

• 3.3 at least 15 credit points from level 3 subjects;

• 3.4 at least 12 credit points from level 4 and level 5 subjects.

4. Not more than 24 credit points may be credited from subjects from other faculties.

5. Not more than 33 credit points may be credited from level 1 subjects.

6. A candidate may not, except with the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor:

• 6.1 enrol for any science level 2 subject until 12 credit points from science level 1 subjects have been obtained; or

• 6.2 enrol for any science level 3 subject until 18 credit points from science level 1 and level 2 subjects have been obtained; or

• 6.3 enrol for any science level 4 subject until 60 credit points have been obtained; or

• 6.4 enrol in any science level 5 subject until 12 credit points from science level 3 subjects have been obtained.

7. For a major to be awarded, the candidate must complete the requirements laid down by the faculty for that major.

8. A candidate who has satisfied the school requirements relating to the necessary standard of academic achievement may enrol in the Honours degree.

BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGY-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Requirements for the joint degree are shown in the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences section of this handbook.

refer to Bachelor of Psychology-Bachelor of Science

BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGY-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE WITH HONOURS IN BOTH OR EITHER DISCIPLINES

Requirements for the joint degree are shown in the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences section of this handbook.

refer to Bachelor of Psychology-Bachelor of Science with Honours in either or both Disciplines

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Science with Honours

1. A candidate for the pass degree shall, unless admitted with advanced status, follow an approved course of study to obtain a minimum of 72 credit points. Refer to the program shown under Undergraduate Courses and Majors.

2. The normal time for completion of the degree is three years full-time study. The maximum period of candidature for the degree is normally 10 years.

3. The minimum of 72 credit points from Requirement 1 shall be obtained by passing subjects from the Schedule of Science Subjects according to the following:

• 3.1 at least 18 credit points from science level 1 subjects; of these, at least 3 credit points (one subject) must be obtained from each of the following subject groups:

  Group 1:	All first year MA and PH subjects except PH1001
  Group 2:	All first year CH and CP subjects together with BM1000, but excluding CH1020 and CP1030
  Group 3:	All first year BT/BZ/MB/ZL subjects
  Group 4:	All first year EA and EV subjects

• 3.2 at least 15 credit points from science level 2 subjects;

• 3.3 at least 18 credit points from science level 3 or level 5 subjects.

4. Unless otherwise approved by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, a candidate for the BSc degree shall obtain a major from subjects listed in the Schedule of Science Subjects. Only subjects passed at a grade of P (Pass) or higher can be counted towards a major.

• 4.1 A major shall consist of an approved sequence of 27 credit points in a discipline or cognate disciplines, including 12 credit points from science level 3 subjects.

• 4.2 Some single majors are also available at an advanced level. Advanced majors will consist of an approved sequence of at most 42 credit points of which at least 12 must be from third year advanced subjects. Advanced majors are only available to students with exceptionally good grades. To remain in an advanced major, a student must maintain a GPA of 5.5 or more.

• 4.3 A double major may be obtained, and shall consist of two sequences of credit points following the requirements of 4.1 and 4.2, from two different disciplines.

• 4.4 An interdisciplinary major may be obtained, comprising an approved sequence of at least 42 credit points, and including a total of 18 credit points of level 3 subjects from at least two different disciplines.

5. Not more than six credit points may be credited from preparatory subjects, CH1020, MA1020, SC1021.

6. Not more than a total of 12 credit points may be credited from preparatory subjects listed in Requirement 5 above and subjects from other faculties.

7. Not more than 30 credit points may be credited from level 1 subjects.

8. A candidate may not, except with the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor:

• 8.1 enrol for any science level 2 subject until 12 credit points from science level 1 subjects have been obtained; and

• 8.2 enrol for any science level 3 subject until 18 credit points from science level 1 and level 2 subjects have been obtained; and

• 8.3 enrol for any science level 5 subject until 12 credit points from science level 3 subjects have been obtained.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE WITH HONOURS

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Science with Honours

1. The degree of Bachelor of Science with Honours may be undertaken within the schools in either the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology or in the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences listed below. With the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the relevant faculty, a joint honours degree may be undertaken in more than one school.

2. A person may enrol for the honours degree if that person has:

• 2.1 completed the requirements of the pass degree or been admitted by the faculty to equivalent status; and

• 2.2 satisfied the school requirements relating to the standard of academic achievement necessary to proceed to an honours degree.

3. The degree studies shall comprise 24 credit points and, except with the approval of the faculty on the advice of the Head of School, shall follow on directly from the pass degree and no later than two years following completion of the pass degree.

4. A candidate for the honours degree shall undertake such subjects, research and literature projects as the Head of School designates.

5. Except with the approval of the faculty, there shall be no re-examination.

Schedule Schools in which Honours may be undertaken

• Anthropology, Archaeology and Sociology

• Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences

• Earth and Environmental Sciences

• Marine and Tropical Biology

• Mathematics, Physics and Information Technology

• Pharmacy and Molecular Sciences

Schedule Majors and Programs

Programs of Study will be presented under Undergraduate Courses and Majors.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE-BACHELOR OF LAWS

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Science-Bachelor of Law and Bachelor of Science-Bachelor of Laws with Honours in both or either disciplines

1. ADMINISTRATION OF THE DEGREE

The joint degree course shall be administered by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts and the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology.

2. APPLICATION FOR ENROLMENT

An applicant for enrolment for a joint degree course shall —

• 2.1 possess the prerequisites and satisfy any quota requirements, specified for the subjects constituting the first year of the course; and

• 2.2 obtain approval from the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts and the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology. (Applicants may enter a joint degree course, at second year, with the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellors and provided they have obtained the prerequisites specified for the subjects constituting that year of the course.)

3. RE-ENROLMENT

Re-enrolment in each subsequent year of the course shall require approval by both the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts and the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology.

4. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DEGREE

To qualify for the degree a candidate shall, during not fewer than five years of study, fulfil the requirements set out in the schedule shown under Undergraduate Courses and Majors.

5. WITHDRAWAL FROM JOINT DEGREE COURSE

A candidate who has completed all the requirements of the first year of a joint degree course may convert to candidature for the degree of Bachelor of Laws without loss of advanced standing. (Note: Conversion after completion of any later year of a joint degree course will normally entail loss of advanced standing for non-Law subjects completed beyond first year.)

6.1 A candidate who has met the requirements of the first to third years of a course of study prescribed in the Schedule shown under Undergraduate Courses and Majors and who does not enrol for the fourth or fifth years of the course, or, having enrolled, does not complete the requirements prescribed for either year, shall consult the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology on the requirements for the completion of the degree of Bachelor of Science.

6.2 A person who graduates under the provisions of clause 6.1 will not be debarred from seeking re-enrolment at a later date in order to complete the degree of Bachelor of Laws, but will be subject to any quota requirements in effect at that time.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE-BACHELOR OF LAWS WITH HONOURS IN BOTH OR EITHER DISCIPLINES

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Science-Bachelor of Law and Bachelor of Science-Bachelor of Laws with Honours in both or either disciplines

1.1 REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DEGREE

Honours in the joint degree may be completed as:

BSc(Hons)-LLB(Hons); BSc(Hons)-LLB; BSc-LLB(Hons) depending on the requirements of individual candidates.

1.2 A candidate for the honours degree shall pursue studies as follows:

• BSc(Hons)-LLB(Hons) — six years to obtain 144 credit points;

• BSc(Hons)-LLB — six years to obtain 144 credit points;

• BSc-LLB(Hons) — five years to obtain 120 credit points.

1.3 Candidates undertaking honours shall complete the requirements of the joint pass degree followed by the requirements of the normal honours year in either or both components of the joint degree depending on the degree in which the candidate enrols.

BACHELOR OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Tropical Agricultural Science and Bachelor of Tropical Agricultural Science with Honours

1. AWARD REQUIREMENTS

A candidate for the pass degree in Tropical Agricultural Science shall, unless admitted with advanced status, follow a course of study as detailed in the specific program shown under Undergraduate Courses and Majors to obtain a minimum of 72 credit points.

2. The normal time for completion of the degree is three years full-time study. The maximum period of candidature for the degree is normally 10 years.

3. Unless otherwise approved by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology, a candidate may not enrol in any level 3 subject of the course, until all prescribed level 1 and level 2 subjects have been satisfactorily completed.

BACHELOR OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE WITH HONOURS

see also Courses and Majors, Bachelor of Tropical Agricultural Science and Bachelor of Tropical Agricultural Science with Honours

1. The degree of Bachelor of Tropical Agricultural Science with Honours may be undertaken entirely within the School of Marine and Tropical Biology or jointly between the School of Marine and Tropical Biology and other schools in the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology or in the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences listed below, subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor(s) of the relevant faculty(ies).

2. A person may enrol for the honours degree if that person has:

• 2.1 completed the requirements of the pass degree or been admitted by the faculty to equivalent status; and

• 2.2 satisfied the school requirements relating to the standard of academic achievement necessary to proceed to an honours degree.

3. The degree studies shall comprise 24 credit points and, except with the approval of the faculty on the advice of the Head of School of Marine and Tropical Biology, shall follow on directly from the pass degree and no later than two years following completion of the pass degree.

4. A candidate for the honours degree shall undertake such subjects, research and literature projects as the Head of School designates.

5. Except with the approval of the faculty, there shall be no re-examination.

Schedule Schools in which Joint Honours may be undertaken

• Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences

• Earth and Environmental Sciences

• Marine and Tropical Biology

DIPLOMA OF INTRODUCTORY ENGINEERING STUDIES

see also Courses and Majors, Diploma of Introductory Engineering Studies

1. AWARD REQUIREMENTS

Diploma of Introductory Engineering Studies candidates shall follow an approved course of study to obtain a minimum of 24 credit points, as specified in the Undergraduate Courses and Majors, and obtain all passing grades in all selected subjects.

2. The normal time for completion of the degree is one year full-time or two years part-time study. The maximum period of candidature for the diploma is normally five years.

3. Subjects successfully completed within the Diploma of Introductory Engineering Studies may be credited towards entry into the Bachelor of Engineering degree and/or the Bachelor of Engineering-Bachelor of Science joint degree with the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor.

4. Candidates must surrender their Diploma of Introductory Engineering Studies on completion of either their Bachelor of Engineering degree or their Bachelor of Engineering-Bachelor of Science joint degree.

5. ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS FOR COURSE COMPLETION

A candidate for the diploma shall follow an approved course of study as specified in the program shown under Undergraduate Courses and Majors to obtain a minimum of 24 credit points. This shall include the specified core subjects and elective subjects.

6. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is one year full-time study or two years part-time study.

7. The maximum time for completion is five years.

8. PASS CONCEDED

A grade of Pass Minus (P-) or higher must be obtained in all subjects comprising the Diploma of Introductory Engineering Studies.

9. ADVANCED STANDING FOR PRIOR STUDY

Candidates for awards of the faculty may apply to obtain advanced standing for previous tertiary study as detailed in the Advanced Standing for Previous Studies and Recognised Prior Learning Policy and associated procedures.

10. Advanced standing for previous study granted towards the Diploma of Introductory Engineering Studies will normally only be granted for study undertaken in the previous five years.

11. CANCELLATION OF ADVANCED STANDING

Unless the faculty otherwise determines, advanced standing gained for any subject shall be cancelled five years after the date of the examination upon which the advanced standing is based if by then the candidate has not completed the course.

12. SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMINATION FOR FINAL SUBJECT TOWARDS THE DIPLOMA

Supplementary examination will be offered in line with current faculty policy and guidelines.

13. ADMINISTRATION OF THE DIPLOMA

The diploma shall be administered by the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology.

DIPLOMA OF SCIENCE

see also Courses and Majors, Diploma of Science

1. AWARD REQUIREMENTS

A candidate for the diploma shall follow an approved course of study to obtain a minimum of 24 credit points.

2. The normal time for completion of the degree is one year full-time or two years part-time study. The maximum period of candidature for the diploma is normally five years. The minimum of 24 credit points from requirement 1 shall be obtained. A grade of Pass (P) or higher must be obtained in all subjects.

3. A candidate who has successfully completed Year 12 Maths B, Chemistry or equivalent with HA or better is not eligible for entry into the diploma.

4. With the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, a candidate who has successfully completed the diploma may use subjects within the Diploma of Science for advanced standing towards degree programs offered within the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology. No more than six credit points from the subjects CH1020, CP1030, CU1010, MA1020, SC1021 may be credited.

5. Candidates who articulate from the Diploma of Science into a degree program within the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology must relinquish their existing diploma prior to graduating with a degree from the faculty.

6. ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS FOR COURSE COMPLETION

A candidate for the diploma shall follow an approved course of study as specified in the program shown under Undergraduate Courses and Majors to obtain a minimum of 24 credit points. This shall include the specified core subjects and elective subjects.

7. MAJORS

The following majors are available within the Diploma of Science:

• Information Technology

• Science.

8. The major is not to be included on the testamur.

9. PERIOD OF CANDIDATURE/COMPLETION

The normal time for completion of the course is one year full-time study or two years part-time.

10. The maximum time for completion is five years.

11. The maximum amount of time a student can take as leave of absence from the course is one year.

12. PASS CONCEDED

A grade of Pass (P) or higher must be obtained in all core subjects.

13. ADVANCED STANDING FOR PRIOR STUDY

Candidates for awards of the faculty may apply to obtain advanced standing for previous tertiary study as detailed in the Advanced Standing for Previous Studies and Recognised Prior Learning Policy and associated procedures.

14. Advanced standing for previous study granted towards the Diploma of Science may only be granted for study undertaken in the previous four years.

15. CANCELLATION OF ADVANCED STANDING

Unless the faculty otherwise determines, advanced standing granted for any subject shall be cancelled 10 years after the date of the examination upon which the advanced standing is based if by then the candidate has not completed the course.

16. SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMINATION FOR FINAL SUBJECT TOWARDS THE DIPLOMA

Supplementary examination will be offered in line with current faculty policy and guidelines.

16. ADMINISTRATION OF THE DIPLOMA

The diploma shall be administered by the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Information Technology.

CERTIFICATE OF INTRODUCTORY ENGINEERING STUDIES

Note: The Certificate of Introductory Engineering Studies is expected to be disestablished from 2008. No new enrolments will be accepted. Students currently enrolled may continue their studies in the course.

CERTIFICATE OF SCIENCE

Note: The Certificate of Science is expected to be disestablished from 2008. No new enrolments will be accepted. Students currently enrolled may continue their studies in the course.

FACULTY OF SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY UNDERGRADUATE COURSES AND MAJORS

Students are advised that all subjects are offered on condition that staff and resources are available.

TEACHING PERIODS (previously referred to as “Semesters”) and STUDY PERIODS

The academic year is divided into two Teaching Periods (1 January to 30 June and 1 July to 31 December). Teaching Periods (TP) were previously known as semesters. Within the two Teaching Periods are 12 main study periods. Each Study Period (SP) has a designated start and end date, census date, date for withdrawal without academic penalty, and date for release of subject results. The majority of subjects will fall in either Study Period 1 (SP1) or Study Period 2 (SP2). Block Mode subjects may fall in Study Periods 3 to 11.

BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE AND BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE WITH HONOURS

Majors:

• Aquaculture

The core subjects for the Aquaculture major are listed below.

AQUACULTURE

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4 (PASS)

Level 4 (HONOURS)

BACHELOR OF ARTS-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE AND BACHELOR OF ARTS-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE WITH HONOURS IN BOTH OR EITHER DISCIPLINE

Course details are shown in the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences section in this handbook.

BACHELOR OF BIOTECHNOLOGY

Advances in genetic engineering, cell culture, molecular biology and agriculture have rapidly generated new applications for biological products, and an increasing variety of job opportunities in the field. This field is now seen as a solid career option by domestic and overseas students, and the establishment of a biotechnology degree allows JCU to focus its existing subject offerings and position itself as a provider of cutting-edge science in the region. Depending on the combination of subjects selected, students can focus on one of several discipline areas including Aquaculture (choose AQ2001, AQ3003, AQ3004, AQ5021), Pharmacology (choose BC2024, BC3102, BC3202, HS1000, MI2021) or Tropical Agriculture (AG1002, AG1003, AG1004, AG2001, AG2005, level 3 Agriculture subjects).

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

BACHELOR OF CONSERVATION BIOLOGY AND BACHELOR OF CONSERVATION BIOLOGY WITH HONOURS

The Bachelor of Conservation Biology will provide students with core knowledge and training in theory, skills and application of biology and ecology in conservation. It is designed for students who seek a career as a biologist within government departments and agencies, consulting companies, national and international conservation organisations or academia. The core subjects through levels 1 to 3 provide a fundamental background in biological and associated sciences essential for the practising biologist. A substantial range of subjects in marine biology, plant sciences, evolutionary biology, genetics, zoology and environmental science provide students with the opportunity to:

• develop new and relevant skills;

• enhance their breadth of ecological knowledge; and/or

• enhance their depth of ecological knowledge of specific habitats of plant and animal groups.

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4 (HONOURS)

BACHELOR OF CONSERVATION BIOLOGY (ADVANCED) AND BACHELOR OF CONSERVATION BIOLOGY (ADVANCED) WITH HONOURS

The Bachelor of Conservation Biology (Advanced) will provide students with core knowledge and training in theory, skills and application of biology and ecology in conservation. This advanced course is oriented towards high achievers who will undertake special research projects and other activities, including internship with a relevant biological research program. It enhances employment opportunities especially in research and government departments. The core subjects through levels 1 to 3 provide a fundamental background in biological and associated sciences essential for the practising biologist. Two core subjects (BZ3000 and BZ3001) provide advanced training in conservation biology research. A substantial range of subjects in marine biology, plant sciences, evolutionary biology, genetics, zoology and environmental science provide students with the opportunity to:

• develop new and relevant skills;

• enhance their breadth of ecological knowledge; and/or

• enhance their depth of ecological knowledge of specific habitats of plant and animal groups.

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4 (HONOURS)

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS-BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Course details are shown in the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts section of this handbook.

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE-BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Note: The Bachelor of Commerce-Bachelor of Information Technology is suspended from 2008. No new enrolments will be accepted in this course.

Course details are shown in the Faculty of Law, Business and the Creative Arts section of this handbook.

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, BACHELOR OF EDUCATION-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE WITH HONOURS AND BACHELOR OF EDUCATION WITH HONOURS-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Course details are shown in the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences section of this handbook.

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING

Majors:

• Chemical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Computer Systems Engineering

• Electrical and Electronic Engineering

• Environmental Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

Level 1

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 2

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 3

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Note:

EG4011:03 Thesis Part 1 of 2 and EG4012:03 Thesis Part 2 of 2 are normally offered in Study Periods 1 and 2, respectively. Other Study Period combinations may be possible. See the Associate Dean (Engineering) for advice and approval.

CIVIL ENGINEERING

Level 1

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 2

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 3

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Note:

EG4011:03 Thesis Part 1 of 2 and EG4012:03 Thesis Part 2 of 2 are normally offered in Study Periods 1 and 2, respectively. Other Study Period combinations may be possible. See the Associate Dean (Engineering) for advice and approval.

COMPUTER SYSTEMS ENGINEERING

Level 1

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 2

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 3

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Note:

EG4011:03 Thesis Part 1 of 2 and EG4012:03 Thesis Part 2 of 2 are normally offered in Study Periods 1 and 2, respectively. Other Study Period combinations may be possible. See the Associate Dean (Engineering) for advice and approval.

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

Level 1

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 2

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 3

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Note:

EG4011:03 Thesis Part 1 of 2 and EG4012:03 Thesis Part 2 of 2 are normally offered in Study Periods 1 and 2, respectively. Other Study Period combinations may be possible. See the Associate Dean (Engineering) for advice and approval.

ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING

Level 1

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 2

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 3

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Note:

EG4011:03 Thesis Part 1 of 2 and EG4012:03 Thesis Part 2 of 2 are normally offered in Study Periods 1 and 2, respectively. Other Study Period combinations may be possible. See the Associate Dean (Engineering) for advice and approval.

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Level 1

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 2

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 3

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Note:

EG4011:03 Thesis Part 1 of 2 and EG4012:03 Thesis Part 2 of 2 are normally offered in Study Periods 1 and 2, respectively. Other Study Period combinations may be possible. See the Associate Dean (Engineering) for advice and approval.

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Majors - Engineering:

• Chemical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Computer Systems Engineering

• Electrical and Electronic Engineering

• Environmental Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

Majors - Science:

• Aquaculture

• Archaeology

• Biochemistry/Molecular Biology

• Botany

• Chemistry

• Computer Science

• Environmental Earth Science

• Environmental Science

• Geography

• Geology/Economic Geology

• Marine Biology

• Mathematics

• Microbiology

• Pharmacology

• Physics

• Physiology

• Spatial Science

• Zoology

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

CIVIL ENGINEERING

COMPUTER SYSTEMS ENGINEERING

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

BACHELOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND BACHELOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE WITH HONOURS

Environmental science applies knowledge from the biological, physical and social sciences to the study of environmental problems. Environmental scientists use their cross-disciplinary training to work in a range of private and public organisations involved in the solution of environmental problems. The Bachelor of Environmental Science is a three year course (with the option of honours for high achievers) which provides specialised training for students interested in professional work in the environmental science fields.

There are opportunities to include subjects that allow some level of additional areas of specialisation within the degree, framed around core environmental science subjects.

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4 (HONOURS)

BACHELOR OF GEOLOGY AND BACHELOR OF GEOLOGY WITH HONOURS

The Bachelor of Geology provides students with core knowledge and training in theory, skills and practical application of geology. It is designed for students who seek a professional career as a geologist within the mining and exploration industry, government agencies, consulting companies and academia. The core subjects provide a fundamental background and training in geology essential to becoming a geologist. Optional subjects are designed to provide a broad scientific background in first year and at levels 2 and 3 to provide students with additional relevant knowledge and skills from other disciplines.

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4 (HONOURS)

BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY WITH HONOURS

Majors:

• Business Computing

• Computer Technology

• E-Business Entrepreneurship

• General Computing

• Geographical Information Systems

• Industry Professional

• Multimedia Game Development

• Specific Application

Modern business and society are increasingly computer reliant. In recent years the Internet, the WWW and computer networks have become essential everyday business tools. The people who make these computer systems work are called Information Technology (IT) professionals. Not surprisingly, the IT industry is one of the world’s prestige industries and IT graduates can expect exciting and rewarding careers, anywhere in the world. All eight Bachelor of Information Technology majors have been approved by the Australian Computer Society at the highest level, the Professional level.

Within the BInfTech some majors include preparation for Industry Certificates from Cisco (the Cisco Certified Networking Associate) and Microsoft (the Microsoft Certified System Engineer).

This degree prepares students for work in a wide range of IT intensive industries. It combines a solid basis of computing theory with practical knowledge and skills in software (languages), software engineering, multimedia, databases and networking. Specialisation is provided in the eight majors of Business Computing, Computer Technology, E-business Entrepreneurship, General Computing, Geographic Information Systems, Industry Professional, Multimedia Game Development and Specific Application.

Please note that you should follow the subjects set out in your major for the year you STARTED that major, eg if you transferred into BInfTech (Industry Professional) in 2003 you are required to look up the 2003 major on the School of Mathematics, Physics and Information Technology website to select your subjects. If some subjects have been discontinued and you have any problems please contact the School of Mathematics, Physics and Information Technology.

For this rapidly changing field, prior to enrolment students are advised to verify subject and course specifications from the school web site, www.it.jcu.edu.au. The study programs shown are typical for the major chosen, but may be varied due to program development and/or with the approval of the Head of School of Mathematics, Physics and Information Technology.

Note that the testamur for a Bachelor of Information Technology does not show the major studied.

BUSINESS COMPUTING

Level 1

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 2

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 3

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4 (HONOURS)

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4 (PART-TIMEHONOURS)

COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

Level 1

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 2

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 3

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4 (HONOURS)

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4 (PART-TIME HONOURS)

E-BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Level 1

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 2

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 3

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4 (PART-TIME HONOURS)

Level 4 (HONOURS)

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

GENERAL COMPUTING

Level 1

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 2

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 3

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4 (HONOURS)

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4 (PART-TIME HONOURS)

GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4 (HONOURS)

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4 (PART-TIME HONOURS)

INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL

Level 1

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 2

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 3

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4 (HONOURS)

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4 (PART-TIME HONOURS)

MULTIMEDIA GAME DEVELOPMENT

Level 1

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 2

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 3

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4 (HONOURS)

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4 (PART-TIME HONOURS)

SPECIFIC APPLICATION

Level 1

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 2

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 3

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4 (HONOURS)

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4 (PART-TIME HONOURS)

BACHELOR OF MARINE SCIENCE AND BACHELOR OF MARINE SCIENCE WITH HONOURS

Majors:

• Tropical Marine Network Program

The Bachelor of Marine Science is specifically designed for students who wish to pursue a career in marine science. The course provides two pathways; the Bachelor of Marine Science or the Bachelor of Marine Science (Tropical Marine Network Program). They are differentiated by the cross-institutional subject requirements of the Tropical Marine Network Program. Each of the pathways provides students with breadth in the discipline as well as flexibility to follow their own interests. Emphasis is given to scientific breadth in life and physical marine sciences and to generic skills that enable the student to respond to changes in the job market for marine science in Australia.

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4 (Honours)

TROPICAL MARINE NETWORK PROGRAM

The Tropical Marine Network program is more prescibed and involves inter-institutional teaching with staff from the Universities of Sydney and Queeensland. Students can apply for entry at the end of their first year. There will be a quota of 25 students each year.

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4 (HONOURS)

BACHELOR OF PLANNING AND BACHELOR OF PLANNING WITH HONOURS

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

CAIRNS

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGY-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE AND BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGY-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE WITH HONOURS IN BOTH OR EITHER DISCIPLINES

Course details are shown in the Faculty of Arts, Education and Social Sciences section of this handbook.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE AND BACHELOR OF SCIENCE WITH HONOURS

Majors:

• Aquaculture

• Archaeology

• Biochemistry/Molecular Biology

• Botany

• Chemistry

• Computer Science

• Ecology

• Environmental Earth Science

• Environmental Science

• Genetics and Genomics

• Geography

• Geology/Economic Geology

• Hydrology and Water Resources

• Marine Biology

• Marine Biology - Advanced

• Mathematics

• Microbiology

• Pharmacology

• Physics

• Physiology

• Psychology

• Spatial Science

• Zoology

Majors - available for Honours students only:

• Mathematical Sciences

• Metalliferous Economic Geology (see Geology/Economic Geology)

• Physical Sciences

• Statistical Sciences

• Statistics

Students may undertake majors as follows:

• Single major – consists of an approved sequence of 27 credit points (nine subjects) in a discipline or cognate discipline, which must include 12 credit points from level 3 subject from the Schedule of Science Subjects, with all subjects being passed at a grade of Pass or higher.

• Double major – consists of two sequences of credit points from two different disciplines following the requirements for a single major.

• Interdisciplinary major – consists of an approved sequence of at least 42 credit points (14 subjects) and including a total of 18 credit points (six subjects) of level 3 subjects from at least two different disciplines, with all subjects being passed at a grade of Pass or higher.

The core subjects for each major are listed below.

Substitution of subjects for core subjects to allow students to graduate with an approved major will be considered by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor on a case by case basis.

SINGLE MAJORS

AQUACULTURE

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

12 credit points from the following:

TEACHING PERIOD 1

TEACHING PERIOD 2

Level 4 (Honours students only)

CAIRNS (1ST AND 2ND YEAR ONLY)

Level 1

Level 2

ARCHAEOLOGY

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4 (Honours students only)

BIOCHEMISTRY/MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

Level 1 - Townsville

Level 1 - Cairns