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Soil Science and Hydrology

Learning outcomes

Students who graduate from Soil Science and Hydrology will be able to:

No. Learning outcome
1 Exhibit a broad and coherent body of knowledge in soil science and hydrology with a depth of knowledge in underlying theories, concepts and principle sub-disciplines.
2 Integrate deep knowledge of soil science and hydrology with concepts and principles in other disciplines including agriculture, ecology and environmental sciences.
3 Evaluate the application of soil science and hydrology to contemporary agricultural, ecological and environmental issues and the development of policy and management strategies.
4 Quantify, analyse and interpret integrated soil and water data in the field and the laboratory.
5 Communicate soil science and hydrology concepts and findings through a range of modes for a variety of purposes and audiences using evidence-based arguments that are robust to critique.
6 Integrate soil science and hydrology through research-based projects and develop expertise in solving real-world problems.
7 Address authentic problems in soil science and hydrology, working professionally and responsibly and with consideration of cross-cultural perspectives, within collaborative, interdisciplinary teams.
8 Engage directly with industry in a professional and ethical manner to address real-world issues in soil science and hydrology.