Science of People, Society and the Future Planet

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
SCIE 1001
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Course ID
200346
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Single course enrolment
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Course overview

Students will explore the origins of science, how it has shaped societies and impacted the planet, how it is reported, and will effectively communicate their predictions about how science will be employed by humanity. Students will acquire the skills to critically evaluate and communicate scientific information across a range of media, and understand principles of scientific ethics. As an interdisciplinary course, students will cultivate the skills needed to collaborate and communicate knowledge effectively across all disciplines.

  • The Nature And History Of Science
  • Science And The Planet Earth
  • Science Communication And Ethics

Course learning outcomes

  • Describe the development of scientific thought and process through history in different societal contexts
  • Evaluate the impact of science on the lives of people and on the planet
  • Predict how science will shape the future of humanity and the Planet Earth
  • Develop communication skills representing scientific ideas to a non-specialist audience using a variety of formats
  • Develop foundational critical thinking skills
  • Collaborate with students from a range of backgrounds to discover knowledge

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Antirequisite(s)

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