Found 1060 study abroad units
BAB302 Impact Lab: Community and Industry Engagement
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Creative Arts
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit will enable you to consolidate and apply the knowledge and skills you have learned and experienced over your course. Through a community or industry project you will identify and analyse an authentic challenge, offer and defend a creative solution, and reflect on your strengths and career readiness to action the solution. Drawing on interdisciplinary research and insights this unit will enable you to apply examples that consider social and cultural sustainability, technological solutions and impact, and personal perspectives and ethics when responding to real world opportunities and challenges.
ERB111 Earth and Planetary Evolution
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
In ERB111 Earth & Planetary Evolution, you will focus on key events in the history of our planet and the solar system – the formation of our planet, the concept of geologic time, the origin of the oceans and atmosphere, and the evolution of life. You will learn about the connections between the evolution of life and physical planetary processes and events, to appreciate the complexity of life that exists on Earth today. This provides a fundamental introduction to astrobiology and geological time and prepares you for a more in-depth exploration of Earth system connectivity, biodiversity, natural hazards, environmental management, and climate change.
ERB110 Earth's Dynamic Systems
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Earth Science impacts every aspect of modern life. The concepts of Earth Science are fundamental not only to the field of geology, but also to climate science, environmental science, natural resource management, water security, civil and geotechnical engineering and society at large. This introduction to Earth Science and its applications, includes earth cycles and materials (minerals and rocks), geospatial mapping, geological history, physical geography and landforms. Additionally, the unit provides accessible examples of the use of scientific reasoning for understanding complex natural systems. Earth's Dynamic Systems is a foundation unit for further studies in Earth Science, but more importantly, serves as a broad introduction to the very world we live on and to science in general. Such a background is highly desirable for any informed citizen for understanding complex issues around resources, climate, environment, and societal development.
MXB103 Introductory Computational Mathematics
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Mathematical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Many real world phenomena are modelled by mathematical models whose solutions cannot be found analytically. To solve these problems in practice, it is necessary to develop computational methods, algorithms and computer code. This unit will introduce you to numerical methods for addressing foundational problems in computational mathematics such as solving nonlinear ordinary differential equations, finding roots of nonlinear functions, constructing interpolating polynomials of data sets, computing derivatives and integrals numerically and solving linear systems of equations. This is an introductory unit providing foundational skills in computational methods and their practical implementation using relevant computational software. This unit will be essential throughout the remaining parts of your degree. MXB226 Computational Mathematics builds on this unit by extending your computational and programming skills to more challenging problems and more sophisticated algorithms.
MXB105 Calculus and Differential Equations
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Mathematical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Calculus and differential equations are used ubiquitously throughout mathematics, statistics and operations research. In this unit, you will build upon the foundations of calculus established in high school or in earlier university mathematics study, to greatly enhance your repertoire of theory and practice in these areas. The application of calculus and differential equations in the description and modelling of real-world problems will also be considered. This unit will extend your problem-solving skills, range of knowledge and use of techniques in differential and integral calculus. These theoretical concepts and their applications will be pursued further in MXB202 Advanced Calculus.
MXB100 Introductory Calculus and Algebra
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Mathematical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit builds on high school calculus by exploring derivatives, integrals and differential equations. It also introduces the basic theory of matrices, vectors and complex numbers. The ability to apply these concepts and techniques, and express real-world problems in mathematical language, is essential in quantitative fields such as science, business and technology. This is an introductory unit, which attempts to establish foundational skills that you will extend in subsequent discipline-specific units. This unit is particularly intended for students whose mathematics preparation does not include Queensland Senior Specialist Mathematics, Mathematics C or an equivalent.
LQB301 Medical Microbiology and Infection Control
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
Infectious agents continue to be an important cause of human morbidity and mortality in the healthcare system, while also posing an occupational risk for healthcare professionals. In your clinical practice as a healthcare professional, a broad knowledge and understanding of infectious diseases is fundamental to developing strategies to reduce the risk of transmission and infection-associated sequelae in the community and in healthcare facilities through prevention, control and treatment of infectious diseases. This introductory unit provides you with foundational knowledge on the range of infectious agents affecting human health and disease, alongside the methods used to limit the growth and transmission of microbial pathogens. This foundational knowledge underpins the practical experience you will gain in dealing with infectious agents in the subsequent clinical practice units of your degree.
KMB119 Sound Recording and Audio Production
Unit information
- School/discipline
- Music
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit provides you with the essential technical foundations for contemporary music production, introducing you to professional recording, editing, and mixing practices used across the industry. You will develop critical listening skills and hands-on proficiency with digital audio workstations, microphone techniques, and studio workflows. The unit emphasises practical application through real recording projects, preparing you for roles in music production, audio engineering, and content creation. Sustainability concepts related to music production, including gender inclusivity, cultural awareness, responsible technology use, equipment lifecycle management, and energy-efficient production practices are integrated throughout.
ABH323 Contract Administration
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Architecture and Built Environment
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit develops your knowledge and skills in the administration of construction type contracts, allowing you to apply the developed skills to all types of contracts used in the building and construction industry. This unit represents one of the core applications for construction managers, quantity surveyors and cost engineers and will allow you to gain an appreciation of the commercial implications of contract administration. You will study administrative implications for both parties to the contract for both head contracts and subcontracts that can be applied to contracts of all types at all levels. You will draw on work undertaken in the earlier years of the course such as Commercial Construction and prepares you for the final semester projects.
ABH322 Cost Planning and Control
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Architecture and Built Environment
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit applies the fundamental principles of cost management including design and construction cost planning (pre-construction) and project controls (during construction), including important techniques in managing project cost in the context of working closely in multidisciplinary teams. It covers cost management in different types of projects.
KMB117 Creative Musicianship
Unit information
- School/discipline
- Music
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This foundational unit develops core musicianship skills while guiding students to discover and articulate their emerging creative voice across contemporary music practices. Students build practical fluency in melody, harmony, rhythm, form, and musical communication through individual exploration and collaborative music-making that spans diverse genres and creative approaches. The unit emphasises creative identity development through musical creation, arranging, improvisation, and ensemble work, while introducing industry-standard documentation and presentation practices. Students explore career pathways through case study analysis and develop professional skills through simulated industry scenarios including creative briefs, collaborative projects with defined roles, and professional presentation formats.
ABH324 Modern Construction Business
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Architecture and Built Environment
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit explores the role of construction firms as business entities in the construction industry. This unit introduces the business, social and economic environments in which construction firms operate, and the industry-specific challenges of growing and managing a socially responsible, forward thinking and profitable construction business. The ability to develop a business plan to competently guide business direction and growth is a core skill needed to navigate the dynamic and competitive nature of construction business. Key elements of the business plan include a competent analysis of the market, identifying and engaging key stakeholders, financial analysis, mitigating business risks and opportunities, and build a caring and inclusive corporate culture. The knowledge and skills acquired in this unit are relevant to construction management and related majors.
ABH332 Interior Design: Interaction
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Architecture and Built Environment
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit provides you with the opportunity to undertake a ‘real world’ design project in a Workplace scenario. You will further develop design methodology and undertake an informed design exploration; critically analyse and generate solutions to unpredictable and complex problems. You will refine your written, verbal and visual communication skills to present design processes and solutions. You will develop your critical knowledge of contemporary social contexts within actual built spaces, focusing on ‘process’ and ‘solution’. The projects will address the role and relevance of research, while applying theoretical, technical, ethical and legislative constraints. Through semi-directed learning and studio delivery, the projects allow for the exploration of interior environments with an increased level of complexity and resolution so you can build on earlier learnings from your degree.
ABH334 Design in Society
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Architecture and Built Environment
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit addresses the relationships between design and everyday socio-cultural practices enabling you to apply this knowledge in contemporary designed environments analysis such as work and exhibiting environments and service scapes. It provides critical, theoretical and analytical opportunities to develop knowledge of the way the designed world intersects with social life. These insights are crucial to the capacity of design to respond in an evidenced-based and socially responsible way to the designed world as lived and experienced. The unit reviews theories and case studies to illuminate the injustices between design and everyday practice across cultures and time and provides an opportunity to apply these critical insights in an analysis of a designed environment. It focuses on inclusion and the socio-cultural aspects of design and complements the unit, ABB202 Design Psychology, while also helping consolidate your final year learning in preparation for professional practice.
EGH419 Advanced Design and Entrepreneurship
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Electrical Engineering and Robotics
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit introduces you to advanced design practice and fundamental entrepreneurial concepts. The unit combines skills in electrical and mechatronics engineering with entrepreneurship. You will work in a team and apply your new knowledge in entrepreneurship to devise an idea for an artefact that solves a customer’s problem or satisfies a demand in the market. You will learn how to think about a business case for your idea, identify potential customers and analyse the market situation. In your team, you will apply advanced design methods to evaluate your product or service idea based on its technology feasibility, desirability, and commercial viability. You will heavily draw on the project management and team skills learned in the previous project unitsEGB240 or EGB220 and EGB320.
EGH418 Biomechanics
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Biomedical engineers require the ability to analyse the mechanics of the human body for a large variety of applications. The first type of problems deal with prosthetic design, design of assistive devices for people with disabilities, sporting performance, and ergonomic tasks which can be addressed within the context of rigid-body dynamics. The second type of applications is related to characterisation of tissue mechanical properties to bone fracture fixation, development of cartilage and ligament replacement materials and dynamic adaptation of living tissues.In this advanced unit, the concepts of dynamics and continuum mechanics are further developed in the context of biomechanical systems and human movement. Skills for the measurement of human movement and lab-based testing of biological tissues are developed.
EGH414 Stress Analysis
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
Mechanical/Medical engineers need to analyse components and systems to produce safe effective designs, innovate new products and improve existing devices. Towards a professional engineer, an understanding of how engineering components respond to loads to produce stress and strain, and the nature of the stresses and strains is required. This unit introduces computational methods to analyse, design and optimize more complex components and systems. You will work with peers to learn basic finite element method in solving stress and strain in simple engineering components in response to loadings. This unit builds on the intermediate Engineering Mechanics units, and aims to extend your knowledge on basic mechanics of materials to more advanced stress analysis methods.
EGH413 Advanced Dynamics
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
The analysis, design, and control of many practical engineering systems require analysis of rigid bodies in three dimensions, e.g. gyroscopes, amusement park rides, space vehicles, and robots. The aim of this unit is to develop skills and techniques to analyse the behaviour of mechanical systems in three dimensions using both Newton-Euler and Lagrangian approaches. This capstone unit builds upon the concepts of 2D kinematics and kinetics from earlier units (EGB211, EGB321) and introduces Lagrangian methods, which are powerful tools in developing equations of motion for complex engineering systems.
LWS101 Ethics Law and Health Care
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Law
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Nursing practice involves making decisions for, and with, others. An important requirement of such decisions is that they are consistent with nurses' public and professional responsibilities and that they serve to promote the needs of patient/clients. In short, nursing practice is guided by normative requirements. The basic requirements and considerations are established by law, ethics and professional values. The unit explores the relationship between law and ethics to lay the foundations of understanding of both law and ethics as they relate to healthcare and to your professional practice.
EGH411 Sustainable Chemical Engineering in Practice
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
It is essential that chemical and process engineers involved in industrial chemical production translate fundamental knowledge of chemistry and engineering into practical outcomes. In this unit you will focus on green chemistry, industrial biotechnology and catalysis which underpins 90 % of all chemicals made today. You will be introduced to catalyst fundamentals and their application to industry for bulk chemicals, production of sustainable polymers and plastics, zeolites for green chemistry and bio-catalysts such as enzymes. You will also be guided through the development of professional skills which includes creation of a MindMap, completion of a Dynamic SWOT analysis, and presentation of business ideas in a poster. This unit brings together learnings from prior units in the chemistry stream.
AMB140 Marketing for the Real World
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Advertising, Marketing And Public Relations
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
AMB140 Marketing for the Real World follows the introductory marketing unit in the marketing major and minor and provides a focus on the implementation and evaluation of the marketing plan at a small business level. Emphasis is placed on the responsibilities within a marketing team for planning, developing, organising, implementing, controlling, and evaluating marketing activities. The unit prepares students for other marketing units in the major.
CVB101 General Chemistry
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Chemistry and Physics
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This foundation chemistry unit covers the core concepts and laboratory practices that we use to define the nature of atoms and the different forms of matter, to quantify chemical reactions & chemical reaction processes through the application of thermochemistry, kinetics and chemical equilibria. The understanding of these chemical concepts is essential to knowing why matter in our universe exists in specific forms and how it transforms. This knowledge is the foundation upon which the other scientific disciplines and applied disciplines are based. The knowledge and skills developed in this introductory unit are relevant to both chemistry major students and non-majors alike.
CVB102 Chemical Structure and Reactivity
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Chemistry and Physics
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Chemistry relates to all aspects of our lives. An understanding of chemistry is necessary to make sense of our world and to address the global challenges faced by our society. Together with its companion unit, CVB101 General Chemistry, this unit provides you with a foundation in the science of Chemistry. It focuses on how atoms bond to form molecules, and the models chemists use to understand molecular structure. You will learn how to predict the reactivity and properties of molecules and will get a foundational introduction to organic and biological chemistry. You will develop your ability to apply theoretical knowledge and critical thinking to solving chemical problems. You will also complete a suite of laboratory practical experiments, where you will develop professional skills in chemical manipulation, analysis, safe laboratory practices, data recording and analysis. This unit is a foundation for higher-level courses in organic chemistry, materials science and biochemistry.
EGH438 Biomaterials
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
Biomaterials are widely used to create medical implants and devices. Thus, it is important for biomedical engineers to understand the fundamental properties of biomaterials and their interactions with biological systems. After taking this unit, you should be able to select suitable biomaterials for specific medical implants, devices and tissue engineering applications based on key features including biocompatibility, manufacturability, and sustainability. You will also have the essential knowledge to communicate with other professionals in the biomedical space including materials engineers, cell biologists, surgeons, and medical device regulators.
EGH437 Robot Anatomy
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Electrical Engineering and Robotics
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
Robots are complex systems that rely on electrical, electronic, mechanical and computing technology. This unit provides an understanding of the components that go toward creating a robot, how they work individually, and how they are organized into systems.
EGH435 Modelling and Simulation for Medical Engineers
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Traditional analytical and experimental techniques can often not be applied to investigate the mechanics of medical devices in biological systems. Biomechanical systems exhibit substantial non-linearity due to complex geometries, materials and interactions. Medical engineering professionals use modelling and simulation techniques in the design of biomechanical systems. This unit advances modelling and simulation techniques through their applications in Biomedical Engineering. This advanced unit will develop your knowledge and skills in analysing biomechanical components and systems in the course of medical device development. The unit focuses on modelling and simulation techniques using industry standard software. It applies content introduced in EGH418 Biomechanics, builds upon the finite element capabilities introduced in EGH414 Stress Analysis and adds quantitative analysis tools to the medical device design process commenced in EGB319 BioDesign.
EGH432 Foundations of Kinematics and Algorithms in Robotics
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Electrical Engineering and Robotics
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
Unit synopsis
This unit introduces you to important and foundational concepts in robotics, namely, how to represent the position and orientation of things (robots, cameras, widgets) in two or three dimensions. These representations form the foundation of professional practice in robotics and AI. This unit also introduces mathematical graphs which, combined with these representations, can be used to describe relative positions of places and objects. Search algorithms applied to such graphs are foundational to most robot navigation tasks. You will acquire key knowledge needed for later units in Decision and Control, Robot motion, control and planning, SLAM and Mobile Robotics.
AMB164 Media Relations and Publicity
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Advertising, Marketing And Public Relations
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
AMB164 Media Relations and Publicity introduces you to the tools and techniques you will need to work with the media and get positive publicity for organisations. This makes the unit an ideal elective for students from any discipline looking to add value to their major. The tools and techniques covered in AMB164 Media Relations and Publicity will also provide foundational knowledge and skills for use in subsequent units in the public relations major and minor. AMB164 Media Relations and Publicity helps you develop the skills required to effectively communicate with audiences on behalf of organisations through legacy/traditional and other forms of media.
AMB163 Introduction to Public Relations
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Advertising, Marketing And Public Relations
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
AMB163 Introduction to Public Relations answers three important questions: (a) what is public relations, (b) why do organisations need public relations, and (c) how is public relations practised? The unit introduces key concepts of public relations and lays a foundation for subsequent study in the discipline. This unit applies the role and influence of publics and stakeholders into multiple contexts including crisis communication, stakeholder engagement, and integrated communication. The unit showcases the range of potential careers available in public relations.
EGH424 Biofluids
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit is an advanced unit in medical engineering. Towards a professional medical engineer, It is designed to build up your knowledge and skills to examine the particular properties of the biological fluids and to introduce techniques to analyse their behaviour. This unit introduces the fundamental principles of fluid dynamics that are used to explain the mechanisms of biological flows and their interrelationships with physiological processes, in health and in disease. You will work together with peers to learn basic numerical methods in solving the flow of biofluids and propose design concepts by taking consideration of biological fluid property and behaviour. You will build on EGB323 Fluid Mechanics and LSB231 Physiology to develop your engineering knowledge and skills, with particular emphasis on an improved ability in applying the biological fluid dynamics principles in development of strategies for disease prevention or medical device design.