FEATUREDCOURSES
Australia’s Marine Environment
MARS2005
As a student of this course, you will develop
an understanding of the significance
of Australia’s marine systems and their
importance in the global scene. The
course examines the diversity of marine
environments, both pristine and altered,
sites of conservation significance,
endangered plants and animals, as well
as jurisdictional responsibilities. Field
trips are not compulsory, but are highly
recommended. There are additional costs
for field trips.
Geology of Coral Reefs
ERTH3212
The Great Barrier Reef is one of Australia’s
most important natural heritage icons. This
field-based course offers a week-long field
experience at UQ’s Heron Island Research
Station in the southern Great Barrier Reef.
You will investigate processes of reef
formation, sedimentation, zonation, and
structure to better understand modern and
ancient reefs while gaining insight into issues
facing modern and future reef systems.
Numbers are limited, so you must seek
approval from a UQ Science academic
advisor prior to enrolling in this course.
There are additional costs for the field trip.
Australia’s Terrestrial Environment
BIOL2001
This course introduces you to the flora and
fauna of the Australian continent. Through
lectures and field trips (Brisbane Forest
Park, Fraser Island World Heritage Area and
Australia Zoo), you will examine a range of
Australian animals and vegetation types,
and learn about Australian climate, soil and
geology, along with those historical factors
that have helped shape this continent’s
distinctive terrestrial environment. The
course also provides a broad understanding
of ecological principles and processes
that are specific to Australia, and allows
you to critically assess the effects of
human activities on our fragile terrestrial
ecosystems. There are additional costs for
the field trip.
Outback Ecology Field Studies
BIOL3016
This course offers the opportunity of
learning core principles of ecology during
a week-long field trip to remote outback
Queensland. In the spectacular surrounds
of Idalia National Park in far western
Queensland, you will learn about the flora
and fauna of this fragile ecosystem and
the management strategies essential to
its conservation. The course consists
of a rotation through three small-group
projects that include investigating the water
and energy requirements of kangaroos,
identifiying plants and monitoring rangeland
conditions, and studying habitat use by
kangaroos and wallabies. Do not miss out
on this rare opportunity to visit Australia’s
delicate outback ecosystem and learn more
about the factors critical to its conservation.
This course is held between Semesters 1
and 2, but you may enrol in either semester.
There are additional costs for field trips.
International Field Studies:
Natural and Built Environments
of a Selected Region
ENVM3205
This course provides you with the
opportunity to learn core concepts within
the disciplines of geography, planning
and environmental management in the
context of Hong Kong, a global city and the
gateway to contemporary China. While in
Hong Kong, you will participate in lectures,
workshops, and cultural experiences,
gaining expertise from industry practitioners,
local authorities and academics. The 10-day
field trip includes visits to a range of sites in
Hong Kong and the New Territories, as well
as day trips to Macau and mainland China
(Shenzhen). The course features a strong
focus on urban planning and development,
taking into consideration Hong Kong’s
recent economic prosperity and the
“growing pains” which have accompanied it.
There are additional costs for the field trip.
Archaeology Field School
ARCS2060
This course is a residential field school
teaching practical core archaeological skills
(survey, excavation, and public liaison)
through participation in an authentic
research setting. The field school is
followed by a period of lectures and
desktop research which contribute to
your field reports. You will learn how field
research is structured and implemented in
archaeological research and cultural heritage
management. Field locations will vary each
year. This course will have limited student
enrolments and preference is given to
students who have completed ARCA1000
and ARCA/ARCS1001 or extended
Archaeology major.
UQ CODE COURSE NAME
ANTH3090 Ethnographic Fieldwork
ARCS3010 Field Archaeology
BIOL2015 Ecology Field Studies
ERTH3050
Field Geology: Mapping in the
Outback
NOTES
– Course information is correct as at April 2014 and may
change in 2015. Please refer to
for current information.
– Whilst all listed courses are available to Study Abroad
and Incoming Exchange students, some will require
faculty/school approval as relevant previous study may
be required.
FIELDTRIPS
SOPHIELEBUTT
(UNITEDKINGDOM)
Incoming Exchange student
“One UQ course that I most enjoyed
was
BIOL2001: Australia’s Terrestrial
Environment
. It covered the unique
flora and fauna found in Australia,
with the added excitement of
frequent animal visitors appearing
in class...yes, even a crocodile! The
outstanding feature of this course has
to be the field trip to Fraser Island, a
highlight of my year in Australia, and
led by lecturers clearly passionate in
their field of study. This is one course
not to be missed!”
Ethnographic Fieldwork
ANTH3090
The first half of the course will focus on the
theoretical and methodological paradigm
underlying ethnographic method. You
will learn about the logic of participant
observation, forms of interviewing, and other
ethnographic approaches to social analysis.
During the second part of the course, you
will undertake a supervised placement or a
volunteer role in a relevant organisation so
that you can practise ethnographic skills.
OTHERCOURSES
The table below lists other popular courses
in this area available to Study Abroad and
Incoming Exchange students. A full list of
courses can be found on UQ’s Courses and
Programs website at
Study Abroad and Incoming Exchange
UQ Guide 2015
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