International Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Testamur Title of Degree:
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International Bachelor of Science (Honours)
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Abbreviation:
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BSc Int (Hons)
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Home Faculty:
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Science
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Duration:
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4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
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Total Credit Points:
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192
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Delivery Mode:
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Face-to-face
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Starting Session(s):
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Autumn
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Location:
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Wollongong
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UOW Course Code:
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848
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UAC Code:
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757600
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CRICOS Code:
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TBA
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Overview
Students will gain a strong discipline-based training in an approved Science degree, integrated with a technological application of that science, an understanding of the social context of this science and technology, and an international perspective on the science and its applications.
The flexible structure of the major, two minors, and electives allows students to design their study program to meet their particular interests and abilities.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
New South Wales HSC University Admission Index (UAI) of 92 (or equivalent). The UAI is reviewed each year.
Assumed Knowledge: Mathematics and any two units of Science. Students who have not completed Chemistry and/or Biology at the HSC are strongly recommended to enrol in bridging courses offered in February each year. Students without at least HSC Mathematics Band 4 (or equivalent) are required to take a special Mathematics subject (MATH151) in the first year.
Course Program
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Subjects
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Session
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Credit Points
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Suggested First Year
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SCIE102
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International Perspectives in Science
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Autumn
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6
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Plus two 100-level subjects towards an approved Major.
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12
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Plus additional subjects towards the Technology Minor, Social Sciences Minor and/or the balance.
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30
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Suggested Second Year
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SCIE202
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Bioethical Challenges: A Global Perspective
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Autumn
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6
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Plus four 200-level subjects towards an approved Major.
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24
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Plus additional subjects towards the Technology Minor, Social Sciences Minor and/or the balance.
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18
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Suggested Third Year
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Three subjects towards an approved Major
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24
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Plus additional subjects towards the Technology Minor, Social Sciences Minor and/or the balance.
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24
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Suggested Fourth Year
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SCIE402
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Research Frontiers in Science
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Autumn
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18
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Plus an Honours Research Project.
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Autumn/Spring
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24
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Plus an additional subject towards the Technology Minor, Social Sciences Minor and/or the balance.
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6
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Total for major
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192
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Course Requirements
International Bachelor of Science requirements are as follows:
One major chosen from disciplines located in the Faculty of Science. A major study consists of at least 60 credit points from one of the Faculty of Science disciplines: Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Geology, Geosciences. Information regarding these majors is listed under the Bachelor of Science Course Information under “Major Study Areas.”
The Technology Minor consists of 30 cp as outlined in the following five strands and approved by the degree coordinator in consultation with the Engineering or Informatics Faculty Education Committee Chair.
Students will also complete a 24 credit point Honours Research Project in their chosen discipline
Engineering Technology Strand
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Subjects
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Session
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Credit Points
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100-Level
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ENGG152
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Engineering Mechanics
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Spring
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6
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ENGG153
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Engineering Materials
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Autumn
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6
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ENGG154
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Engineering Design & Innovation
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Spring
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6
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NANO101
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Current Perspectives in Nanotechnology
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Spring
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6
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200-Level
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MATE201
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Structure and Properties of Materials
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Autumn
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6
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NANO201
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Research Topics in Nanotechnology
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Spring
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6
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MATE291
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Engineering Computing and Laboratory Skills
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Autumn
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6
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300-Level
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MATE302
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Polymeric Materials
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Autumn
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6
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Informatics Strand
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Subjects
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Session
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Credit Points
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100-Level
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CSCI102
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Systems
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Spring
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6
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CSCI103
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Algorithms and Problem Solving
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Autumn or Spring
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6
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CSCI114
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Procedural Programming
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Autumn or Spring
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6
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CSCI124
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Applied Programming
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Autumn or Spring
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6
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200-Level
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CSCI235
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Databases
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Spring
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6
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300-Level
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CSCI315
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Database Design and Implementation
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Autumn
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6
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Internet Technology Strand
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Subjects
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Session
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Credit Points
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100-Level
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ECTE181
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WWW Engineering
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Autumn
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6
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ECTE182
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Internet Technology 1
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Spring
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6
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200-Level
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ECTE281
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Embedded Internet Systems
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Spring
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6
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ECTE282
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Internet Systems
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Autumn
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6
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ECTE283
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Internet Technology 2
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Spring
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6
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Information and Communication Technology Strand
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Subjects
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Session
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Credit Points
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100-Level
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CSCI102
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Systems
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Spring
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6
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200-Level
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IACT201
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Information Technology and Citizens' Rights
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Autumn
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6
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IACT202
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The Structure and Organisation of Telecommunications
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Spring
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6
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300-Level
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IACT301
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Information and Communication Security Issues
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Spring
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6
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IACT303
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World Wide Networking
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Spring
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6
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Mathematics Strand
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Subjects
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Session
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Credit Points
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100-Level
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MATH187
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Mathematics 1A Part 1
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Autumn
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6
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MATH188
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Mathematics 1A Part 2
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Spring
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6
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MATH111
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Applied Mathematical Modelling 1
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Spring
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6
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200-Level
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MATH201
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Multivariate and Vector Calculus
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Autumn
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6
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MATH202
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Differential Equations 2
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Spring
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6
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STAT231
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Probability and Random Variables
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Autumn
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6
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The Social Sciences Minor consists of 24 credit points selected from the International Studies Minor in consultation with the Course Coordinator.
Note: When selecting subjects for the Technology and Social Sciences minors, students must adhere to the requirement that no more than 60 credit points of 100-level subjects can count towards their degree programs.
The Global Science Study component consists of SCIE102, coordinated by the University of Wollongong, SCIE202, a point remote-delivery subject at 200-level, coordinated by the University of Colorado (Boulder), and an 18 credit point remote-delivery subject at 400-level, coordinated by Dublin City University.
The balance of 24 credit points (to a degree total of 192) may be chosen from either the Science Schedule or General Schedule and may include a selection of complementary or contrasting subjects, or other subjects with the approval of the Dean or Associate Dean. Some of these credit points may be required to complete prerequisite subjects related to the Science major (e.g., the Maths requirement, or 100-level Chemistry and STAT252 for a Biological Sciences major).
Students will be required to complete at least 24 credit points of the degree at one of the partner institutions. It is suggested that students complete the study abroad component in either their 2nd or 3rd year of study.
Other Information
For further information contact the Faculty of Science Office, Room 41.258, or telephone (02) 4221 3481.
Web site: www.uow.edu.au/science/.
The Degree Coordinator is the Associate Dean, Associate Professor Ted Bryant, Room 41.259.
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