Program Overview

Introduction to Marine and Antarctic Science A Unit (KSA101)

Introduction

The KSA101 unit provides a background to the science and management of the seas, with a focus on Antarctic and Southern Ocean. On completion of this unit, students will demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of contemporary issues facing Antarctic, marine, and coastal environments, and the management strategies used to optimize the value of these areas.

Summary

• Unit name: Introduction to Marine and Antarctic Science A
• Unit code: KSA101
• Credit points: 12.5
• College/School: Sciences and Engineering
• Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies
• Discipline: Oceans Ice and Climate
• Coordinator: Doctor Maree Fudge
• Available as an elective: Yes
• Delivered By: University of Tasmania
• Level: Introductory

Sustainable Development Goals

The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Availability

• Location: Hobart, Online
• Study period: Semester 1
• Attendance options: On-campus, Off-Campus
• Available to: Domestic students, International students

Key Dates

• Study Period: Semester 1
• Start date: 23/2/2026
• Census date: 17/3/2026
• WW date: 20/4/2026
• End date: 14/6/2026

Learning Outcomes

• Describe the historical, legal, and political background to contemporary Antarctica and the Southern Ocean.
• Identify environmental, economic, and social values of Antarctic, marine, and coastal environments to understand their importance for national and international policy making.
• Discuss the drivers of change that impact on the environmental, economic, and social values of Antarctic, marine, and coastal environments.
• Describe the mechanisms and strategies used to manage Antarctic, marine, and coastal issues.

Fee Information

• Field of Education:
• Commencing Student Contribution: $1,192.00
• Grandfathered Student Contribution: $1,192.00
• Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution: Not applicable
• Domestic Full Fee: $3,382.00

Teaching

• Teaching Pattern: 1 hour tutorial per week, 3 hours of lectures per week
• Assessment:
  • Assessment Task 3 - Presentation (10%)
  • Assessment Task 2 - Essay (15%)
  • Assessment Task 5 - Quiz (15%)
  • Assessment Task 4 - Essay (20%)
  • Assessment Task 6 - Exam (40%)
• Timetable: View the lecture timetable, View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

• Required: Please refer to MyLo for key readings for this unit

Note

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