James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2001

TROPICAL ECOLOGY

Coordinated by the School of Tropical Biology, the Graduate Diploma of Science and the degrees of Master of Applied Science and Master of Science in Tropical Ecology are offered through an inter-school program which aims to educate students in the background, principles and practices of ecology, especially as applied to tropical systems.

The wide range of electives allows students to build a course specialising in aquaculture or the ecology of rainforest, savanna, tropical freshwater systems, tropical wildlife, or tropical insects.

Prospective students should consult with the Course Coordinator. Within the broad framework of the Award Requirements, each student’s program, including weighting of coursework and research, can be tailored to the individual candidate’s background and requirements.

CORE  
ZL5001:03 Ecological Principles and Methods Applied to Tropical Systems*
ZL5003:03 Biometry*

ELECTIVES

Consult Course Coordinator for elective information.