Study Abroad

 
Put a global perspective on your career by studying in unique learning environments at a leading Australian university. Study Abroad in the area of Science offers you many unique opportunities including field trips to study outback, tropical and marine environments and Australia’s unique flora and fauna.

Students should seek approval from a UQ Science academic advisor prior to enrolling in any course. Please note that other UQ courses not included in this list might also be available to Study Abroad students. To check availability contact a UQ Science academic advisor. 

To find out how to apply click here.

Download the Science Study Abroad prospectus with a selection of Science Study Abroad courses here (PDF 4.1 MB).

Download the central UQ Study Abroad prospectus with all Study Abroad courses here (PDF 2.9 MB).

The below table provides you with a list of pre-approved Study Abroad courses:

Course Code Course Description Special Features
AGRC1010
Systems Thinking and Practice for Environmental and Agrifood Industries: An introduction to systems thinking and applications to Australia's natural systems and resource-based industries. Global trends, drivers of change and the interfaces between natural systems, agrifood production systems (agricultural, horticultural, animal) and food processing are explored.
  
AGRC1014
Plant Utilisation in Natural & Agricultural Environments: Utilisation of plants including crops, pastures and rangelands with emphasis on Australia; an understanding of production systems and their relation to natural systems; environmental resources and constraints and major challenges facing these industries.
  
AGRC1016
Food & Fibre in the E-Landscape: An introduction to the electronically enabled food and fibre sector. The concept of the e-landscape and the associated major technologies used through the supply chain of various agri-industries from on-farm (e.g. precision farming, the NLIS, irrigation management) to the end customer (e.g. product traceability systems, legal issues and paperless warehouses). Current agri and enviro industry examples will be used throughout.
  
AGRC2019
Ecology of Natural and Agricultural Systems: The principles, concepts and application of population and community ecology with special reference to major Australian ecosystems in the context of their relevance to agricultural and environmental systems.
  
AGRC2020
Agronomy: Land preparation and tillage options, plant population, rotations, nutrition and water management in dryland and irrigated agriculture; precision technologies such as controlled traffic farming systems and variable rate input application.
  
AGRC3006
Pasture Science: Advanced coverage of important topics in tropical & subtropical pasture science including pasture plant improvement, pasture plant adaptation, yield & ecology of sown pastures, pasture sampling, role of pastures & fodder crops in sustainable agriculture & livestock production, environmental issues.
 Practicals & field trips.
ANAT3022
Functional Neuroanatomy: This course introduces students to the neuroanatomy of the human brain, with particular emphasis on the cerebral cortex, basal ganglia, limbic system, and sensory pathways. Practical instruction takes place in the School’s Gross Anatomy Facility, a scientific teaching unit equipped with the latest technologies. Teaching tools range from life-size skeletons, bones, and radiographic images to potted, plastinated, and wet specimens. Students use whole human brains and brain sections to understand the structural organisation of the brain and are introduced to the latest imaging techniques to analyse neuroanatomy in the living brain. Teaching staff include Australia’s leading neuroscientists and imaging experts. Students should seek approval from a UQ Science academic advisor prior to enrolling in this course.
  
ANIM1008
Animal Health & Care: The importance of animal health, types & causes of disease, methods of spread of disease, major parasites & diseases affecting Australian livestock, methods to control these diseases, first aid for animals.
  
BIOL3016
Outback Ecology Field Studies: This course features six days camping at Idalia National Park in Western Queensland, studying the ecology of arid zones. This course is held between semesters 1 & 2 but students may enrol in either semester. Additional costs for the field trip apply. Students should seek approval from a UQ Science academic advisor prior to enrolling in this course.
 Field trip.
BIOL2001
Australia’s Terrestrial Environment: Through lectures and field trips students get introduced to the spectacular flora and fauna of the Australian continent. Students learn about a range of Australian animals, vegetation types and soils, along with historical factors that have helped shape the continent’s distinctive terrestrial environment. The course also gives students a broad understanding of ecological principles and processes that are specific to Australia, and allows them to critically assess the impacts of human development and activities on Australia’s fragile terrestrial ecosystems.
Field trip to Fraser Island:
 
 Field trips.
BIOT3002
Drug Design and Development: Drug Design and Development is a rapidly expanding and critical component of contemporary biotechnology. By completing this course, students will understand how compounds are identified, selected, and developed into drug products. Topics include drug target discovery, drug candidate selection, licensing, intellectual property, product formulation, pre-clinical and clinical evaluation of drugs, and the role of regulatory bodies. Practical components include a field trip to Alphapharm, a large generic pharmaceuticals manufacturer; a mock Licensing Negotiation; and the “Pharma Debate”. Students who complete this course are able to develop and deliver arguments around topical issues in drug development. Students should seek approval from a UQ Science academic advisor prior to enrolling in this course.
 Field trip.
CHEM1020
Chemistry: Energetics & Reactivity: This hands-on course will let you spend three-hours per week doing practical work in a laboratory, developing your understanding of chemistry as a molecular science. If you studied chemistry in senior high school or at university, it’s the perfect course for you! To start with, you will be allowed to develop an understanding of the general properties of gases and basic thermochemistry. Next, you will explore the chemical equilibrium, and its application in acid/base chemistry. In the following section, you will be able to discuss the energetics and spontaneity of chemical reactions, and in the final part of the course, you will find out about the essential principles in chemical kinetics and electrochemistry. Students should seek approval from a UQ Science academic advisor prior to enrolling in this course.
 Lab work.
ENVM2522 & ENVM7524
Environmental Markets & Emissions Trading: This course provides an advanced understanding of how organisations can manage their carbon emissions and engage in emissions trading schemes to mitigate climate change. Students learn skills in four practical carbon management tools: (1) how to conduct a carbon footprint or inventory; (2) how to compare the relative costs and benefits for an organisation of different emissions reduction opportunities; (3) how to conceptualise, design and appraise a carbon offset project; and (4) how to form strategies to successfully engage in emissions trading schemes. The course has global relevance and deals with practical examples and exercises not only from Australia but also Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines. The course is available at undergraduate as well as postgraduate level.
  
ENVM3202
Coral Reef Processes & Management: This field-based course includes a seven-day field excursion to Heron Island on Australia’s World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef. Students will investigate geomorphic & ecological processes, remote sensing applications and management and planning on coral reef/cay systems. Accommodation is provided at UQ’s Heron Island Research Station. Additional fees payable. Numbers are limited. Students should seek approval from a UQ Science academic advisor prior to enrolling in this course.
 Field trip.
ERTH3212
Coral ReeF Geology: The Great Barrier Reef is one of Australia’s most important natural heritage icons. This field-based course provides students with a week-long field experience on Heron Island, southern Great Barrier Reef. Students will investigate processes of reef formation, sedimentation, zonation, morphology and structure to better understand both modern and ancient reefs while providing insight into issues facing modern and future reef systems. Students will study at UQ’s Heron Island Research Station. Additional fees are payable. A broad understanding of second level Earth Science, Marine Science or Environmental Science is required for this course. Numbers are limited, so students must seek approval from a UQ Earth Sciences academic advisor prior to enrolling in this course.
 Field trip.
FOOD3000
Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals: Functional foods are considered as those foods which are intended to be consumed as part of the normal diet but contain bioactive substances that offer the potential of enhanced health or reduced risk of disease. Examples of functional foods include foods that contain specific fatty acids (e.g. omega 3) or dietary fibre (e.g. beta glucan), or biologically active substances such as phytochemicals or other antioxidants or probiotics with live beneficial cultures. Consumer awareness and interest in the relationship between diet and health has also increased substantially and consequently consumers are demanding more of these functional foods. Challenges however, remain in the development and regulations of functional foods. There are no prerequisites. A general understanding of the chemistry of the major classes of nutrients and micronutrients that occur in food is assumed.
  
GEOG3003
The Asian Metropolis: This course includes a field trip to Hong Kong. The course reviews the dynamics and underpinnings of growth and change in Asian cities. It identifies relevant planning and governance problems, examines development interventions, and analyses case study cities’ attempts to address urban poverty, economic change and achieve environmental sustainability. Students are expected to typically be in their third year of undergraduate study. Students should have an interest in both urban issues and developing countries, specifically in Asia. Students should seek approval from a UQ Science academic advisor prior to enrolling in this course. The course with field trip to Hong Kong will run in June 2012.
 Field trip.
MARS2005
Australia’s Marine Environment: This course offers field trips to the Moreton Bay Research Station and the Great Barrier Reef to give students a chance for hands-on learning. Attendance of field trips is not compulsory but highly recommended. The course aims to 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 trip to Moreton Bay Research Station (Island):
 
 
Field trip to Heron Island Research Station (Reef):
 Field trips.
PHYS2082
Space Science and Stellar Astrophysics: Ever wondered what is happening in outer space? How stars and solar systems function? Discover the nature of distant solar systems, the orbits of planets and binary stars, the structure and formation of stars, supernovae, white dwarf stars and neutron stars in this course at UQ. Open your scientific mind using data from ground based and space based telescopes and learn from one of the leading astrophysics teams in Australia. Students undertaking this course will develop a broad understanding of the physical processes taking place in stars and solar systems with a particular emphasis on the scientific techniques used to explore distant solar systems.
  

 

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