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Bachelor of Science (Evolutionary Biology) B.Sc(EvoB)
2009

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Location: North Terrace Campus
Duration: 3 years (full-time or part-time? equivalent)
Degree/Award: Bachelor

Program Outline

Evolutionary Biology involves the study of information contained in living plants and animals and their fossils to determine how they evolved. This knowledge assists in understanding biodiversity and planning for its conservation. The program, which provides access to SA Museum staff and collections, is unique in South Australia, and is designed to deliver internationally competitive training. After the first year level, students have the opportunity to pursue two majors: Palaeontology or Systematics & Molecular Evolution. Palaeontology focuses on fossil reconstruction, while Systematics & Molecular Evolution involves studies in evolutionary genetics and molecular biology. Students are exposed to high quality, cutting edge research and conduct a research project in their field of interest.

Program Structure

First year involves core studies in biology and geology. In subsequent years, students study plant and animal morphology and evolutionary theory and learn about specialist computer packages. Students can pursue one of two major areas of study, Palaeontology, which focuses on fossil reconstruction, or Systematics & Molecular Evolution, which involves studies in evolutionary genetics and molecular biology.

Admission Information

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Domestic applicants

Not a domestic applicant? ?

2008 CSP IB 28
SATAC Code 324281
2008 CSP TER 80.9
HESS group ? General
Annual tuition fees ?
Commonwealth-supported place: $4,162
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Year 12 applicants
You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study (48 units). You compete for a place with your Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER).
Assumed Knowledge ?
SACE Stage 2 Chemistry, Mathematical Studies
Alternative entry pathways
  • Higher Education applicants
    You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent university study. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA.
  • VET applicants
    You must have completed an AQF Certificate IV or above. Your application will be ranked according to the level of the award.
  • Special Entry applicants
    You must meet the following criteria: you must be 21 years or over on January 1st of the year that you will be studying*, you must not hold a completed higher education level award, and if you have been enrolled in a course leading to a higher education level award in the last 3 years, you must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is weighted such that the verbal component contributes 40% and the quantitative component contributes 60% to your overall score. Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements may also contribute to your rank. If you submit a PC or EE statement, and one of these ranks higher than your STAT score, then the highest ranking statement will contribute 50% to your overall rank and the STAT will contribute the remaining 50%. If you do not submit a PC or EE statement, or if the statements have a lower rank than the STAT, then you will compete for a place on the basis of your STAT result only. *The age restriction is 19 years or over if you have completed either the Flinders Foundation course or the UniSA Foundation Studies program or the UniSA Program for Adult Learners. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
  • Without formal qualifications?
    You may be eligible for our special access schemes.

How to Apply ?

SATAC Code: 324281

International applicants

Not an international applicant? ?

International TER 80
IELTS Total 6 [more info]
Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $22,000
Mid-year entry? No
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Selection Criteria ?

Assumed Knowledge ?
Chemistry and Mathematics desirable
Equivalent Scores
International TER 80
IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
6
5.5
5.5
6
6

How to Apply ?

International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

International TER 80
Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $22,000
Mid-year entry? No
Enquiries Student Centre

Selection Criteria ?

Assumed Knowledge ?
SACE Stage 2 Chemistry, Mathematical Studies
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Areas of Specialisation

After a common first year focussing on the fundamentals of biology, chemistry and geology you will be given the opportunity to pursue one of two majors:

  • Palaeontology or Systematics & Molecular Evolution – the reconstruction and study of fossil material;  or
  • Systematics and Molecular Evolution – the use of molecular biology and evolutionary genetics to investigate the diversification of life.

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Study Plans

The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Please note that this program is under review and the courses listed at levels II and III are indicative only.

Level I

Semester 1 (core courses)

together with an additional 6 units of Level I courses chosen from the following electives:

or

other courses offered by the Faculty of Sciences.  A maximum of 3 units may be taken from courses offered by the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Faculty of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences and the School of Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Urban Design.

Semester 2 (core courses) 

together with an additional 3 units of Level I courses chosen from the following electives:

or

other courses offered by the Faculty of Sciences.  A maximum of 3 units may be taken from courses offered by the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Faculty of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences and the School of Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Urban Design.

Level II

Passes in Level II courses as follows.

FOR A MAJOR IN PALAEONTOlOGY:

with passes in additional courses to the value of 15 units chosen from:

or courses selected in consultation with the Program Coordinator

* Students wishing to enrol in GENETICS 3111 Genes, Genomes & Molecular Evolution as part of the Level III Palaeontology major must enrol in both GENETICS 2510: Genetics IIA: Foundations of Genetics and GENETICS 2520: Genetics IIB: Function & Diversity Genomes.

FOR A MAJOR IN SYSTEMATIC AND MOLECULAR EVOLUTION:

with electives to the value of 12 units chosen from:

or courses selected in consultation with the Program Coordinator

* Students wishing to enrol in GENETICS 3111 Genes, Genomes & Molecular Evolution as part of the Level III Systematic and Molecular Evolution major must enrol in both GENETICS 2510: Genetics IIA: Foundations of Genetics and GENETICS 2520: Genetics IIB: Function & Diversity Genomes.

Level III

Passes in Level III courses as follows:

FOR A MAJOR IN PALAEONTOLOGY:

Semester 1

Semester 2

with electives to the value of 12 units chosen from Sciences electives

Recommended electives include:

Semester 1

Semester 2

FOR A MAJOR IN SYSTEMATICS AND MOLECULAR EVOLUTION:

Semester 1

Semester 2

with electives to the value of 12 units chosen from Sciences electives

Recommended electives include:

Semester 1

Semester 2

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