This plan is designed to provide graduates with the background and training necessary to become aquatic resource managers. Students initially develop an appreciation of the structure and function of freshwater and marine ecosystems, including man made systems. A range of specialist courses then deal with topics including water quality control, pollution monitoring, experimental design and aquaculture. An industrial placement provides practical experience. This plan is designed to prepare graduates who can work as professional biologists, either individually or as members of a team.
Biology is the scientific study of all living organisms, including human beings.
It includes botany, zoology, microbiology, marine science, biochemistry and ecology. It is increasingly important for modern biologists to have a thorough knowledge of the basic concepts of biology, together with a scientific approach to problem solving, experimental design and the interpretation of results. This plan helps develop these skills with a combination of theoretical and practical work, including applied problems, small research projects and teamwork. Biologists are employed in fields such as medicine, public health, universities, national parks, agriculture, conservation and environmental management. This program aims to provide graduates with a broadly based knowledge of modern chemical principles, who are also aware of the need for environmentally responsible and sustainable practices within chemical industries.