Antarctica

This introductory course explores the Antarctic continent and the Southern Ocean. It aims to develop an understanding of the relevance of the polar regions to current issues such as climate change, environmental management, and living resource conservation and protection. The course will be delivered entirely online through LEARN, which will allow students flexibility as to when they view the lectures.

15 points

INCO103, ANTA102 and ANTA103, ANTA112 and ANTA113

Antarctica: The Cold Continent

This introductory course explores the evolution of the Antarctic continent, the dynamics of polar ice, the drivers of weather and climate in Antarctica, the circulation of the Southern Ocean, astronomy and human interaction with the polar region including the history of exploration and intriguing legal issues.

15 points

Antarctica and Global Change

This course provides a multidisciplinary approach to understanding how Antarctica will be affected by global change. It takes a Science System approach and investigates the linkages between the Antarctic atmosphere, cryosphere, lithosphere and biosphere.

15 points

30 points from 100-level Antarctic Studies, Biology, Geography or Geology courses