Environmental Studies
Learning outcomes
Students who graduate from Environmental Studies will be able to:
| No. | Learning outcome |
|---|---|
| 1 | Exhibit a broad and comprehensive understanding of fundamental concepts and methods in natural and social sciences, and of how these apply to practice, policies and institutions relevant to environmental issues. |
| 2 | Examine natural environments, resources and management in the context of contemporary Australian regulatory and policy frameworks. |
| 3 | Work competently, confidently and safely in field and laboratory environments. |
| 4 | Source, collate, synthesise and critically evaluate information in environmental studies from a range of relevant sources. |
| 5 | Apply appropriate quantitative and qualitative methods to address a variety of environmental issues in a range of contexts. |
| 6 | Communicate concepts and findings in environmental studies to diverse audiences through multiple modes, using logical arguments and responding effectively to scrutiny. |
| 7 | Integrate and apply perspectives on complex environmental issues from the natural sciences, social sciences and humanities. |
| 8 | Address authentic problems in environmental studies, working professionally and responsibly within diverse, interdisciplinary teams. |
| 9 | Critically reflect on the ethical, social and cross-cultural contexts within which environmental issues are situated. |
| 10 | Examine and evaluate contemporary environmental and social issues from a range of ethical, disciplinary and cross-cultural perspectives. |