Graduate Certificate of Science [Exit Only]

53911 - Graduate Certificate of Science [Exit Only]

Graduate Diploma of Science

105006 - Graduate Diploma of Science

Master of Science (Professional)

115804 - Master of Science (Professional)

MASTER OF SCIENCE

JCU Townsville Majors

JCU Cairns Majors

The following majors have additional fees for mandatory fieldtrips: Environmental Earth Science;  Geology;  and Global Change Biology.

Majors 

Structure

Organise, analyse and interpret complex scientific data using advanced mathematical, statistical and technological skills

Reflect on current skills, knowledge and attitudes to manage their professional learning needs and performance, autonomously and in collaboration with others

Plan and conduct reliable, evidence-based laboratory and/or field experiments/practices by selecting and applying methods, techniques and tools, as appropriate to one or more science disciplines

Critically review regulatory requirements, ethical principles and, where appropriate, cultural frameworks, to work effectively, responsibly and safely in diverse contexts

Retrieve, analyse, synthesise and evaluate complex information, concepts and theories from a range of sources

Identify, analyse and generate solutions to unpredictable or complex problems, especially related to tropical, rural, remote or Indigenous contexts, by applying scientific knowledge and skills with initiative and expert judgement

Integrate and apply an advanced body of theoretical and technical knowledge, including an understanding of recent developments, in one or more science disciplines

Communicate theoretical propositions, methodologies, scientific data, arguments and conclusions clearly and coherently to specialist and non-specialist audiences through advanced written and oral English language skills and a variety of media

Apply knowledge of research principles, methods, techniques and tools to plan and execute a substantial research-based project, capstone experience and/or piece of scholarship.

106904

There are additional fees required for mandatory field trips for students undertaking the following majors: Global Change Biology, Geology and Environmental Earth Science.

There are additional fees required for mandatory field trips for students undertaking the following majors: Global Change Biology, Geology and Environmental Earth Science. Offerings: All

Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course. These abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours preserve the academic integrity of the University's learning, assessment, and accreditation processes, and where applicable, meet the standards of a profession. For more information please visit: <a href="https://www.jcu.edu.au/inherent-requirements/master-of-science-inherent-requirements">Master of Science</a>. All JCU students have the opportunity to demonstrate, with reasonable adjustments where applicable, the inherent requirements for their course. For more information please visit: <a href="https://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/student-services/student-disability">Student Disability Policy and Procedure</a>.

Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course. These abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours preserve the academic integrity of the University's learning, assessment, and accreditation processes, and where applicable, meet the standards of a profession. For more information please visit: <a href="https://www.jcu.edu.au/inherent-requirements/master-of-science-inherent-requirements">Master of Science</a>. All JCU students have the opportunity to demonstrate, with reasonable adjustments where applicable, the inherent requirements for their course. For more information please visit: <a href="https://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/student-services/student-disability">Student Disability Policy and Procedure</a>. Offerings: All

Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of ”Band 1” – <a href="https://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/procedures/student-services-procedures/admissions-policy-schedule-ii">Schedule II</a> of the JCU Admissions Policy.

Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of ”Band 1” – <a href="https://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/procedures/student-services-procedures/admissions-policy-schedule-ii">Schedule II</a> of the JCU Admissions Policy. Offerings: All

Completion of an AQF level 7 bachelor degree in Science with a minimum GPA of 5.0 (65%) or equivalent.

Completion of an AQF level 7 bachelor degree in Science with a minimum GPA of 5.0 (65%) or equivalent. Offerings: All

Course and Subject Handbook

106904 - Master of Science