More information related to this unit will be provided during the pre-deparure workshop, in Canvas, and through direct communication with the UoS Coordinator.

The fieldtrip to Broken Hill is scheduled for 4-19 July. Please note that fieldwork planning is subject to change depending on NSW Government guidelines and restrictions.

It is students’ responsibility to take all personal medication required for the duration of the field school and inform trip leaders of any issues that might arise during the fieldtrip. As we will be in remote locations that are unlikely to have mobile phone reception, advance warning of any potentially serious issues is common sense and necessary.

Most days of the field school involve spending approximately eight hours in isolated field areas, during which you will be walking and making observations and interpretations over locally rugged but not steep terrain. The mean diurnal temperature range for the area in September is 10–22°C, but nights can be colder (below zero) and days may be warmer (30°C). Participants should be physically capable of such activity. If you have any concerns, please discuss with the UoS coordinator well before the field school.

It is highly desirable (but not compulsory) that all participants have attained competency in HLTFA311A Apply First Aid (or equivalent), through a registered training organization. Those of you who have already enrolled to GEOS3908, or intend to enroll, please complete, sign and submit the School’s online Field School Disclosure and Acknowledgement Form by 25 May. The link to the form will be shared by the UoS coordinator and submission of the form is compulsory.