6 Dec 2009 - 09 Jan 2010

All Science year 1, year 2, year 3 and year 4 undergraduate students (who are not graduating by the end of this semester) are welcome to apply.

Male Singaporean students who have In-Camp-Training (ICT) during the period of the Summer Program, which coincides with the Special Terms at NUS, will not be granted deferment from their NS call-up. They will have to fulfill their NS liabilities.

Students on this programme course will read three UNSW courses:

GENS7201 Australian Wildlife Biology
Offer Dept: School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences
Workload: 12 units of credits

Microscopes, telescopes, sextants, chronometers, computers, scales and the standard meter. Scientific instruments of the past influenced the evolution of all areas of science and many aspects of daily life. This course looks at topics ranging from Galileo's telescope to the development of barometers. Lectures are supplemented by the examination of items in a historical collection in the Faculty of Science and by visits to museums. The course is 'hands-on' with short written assignments and frequent feed-back in place of exams. Students will learn techniques for studying the history of science and technology and thier impact on cultural and economic development both internationally and in Australia.The conservation of natural ecosystems is a topic of immense social significance. This is particularly true in Australia, since not only our animals and plants are unique, having evolved for millions of years in isolation from life on other continents, but our ecosystems are considered some of the most fragile on earth. In this course the broad spectrum of the Australian flora and fauna is explored via lectures and hands-on experience in practical classes and a weekend excursion. As well as providing a basic grounding in Australian biodiversity, the factors that have shaped it are examined, as well as the challenges faced in its future survival. The influence of people, both indigenous and newly-arrived, is also considered, especially in regard to conservation problems that are of current interest either because of their inherent ecological significance or because they exist within a complex social framework. The knowledge gained in this course will help you to make intelligent and useful contributions to the discussion of a wide range of ecological issues. Note/s: There will be a one weekend excursion to the UNSW field station at Smith Lake near Seal Rocks, on the Central Coast (Friday night to Sunday afternoon). Some personal expense will be incurred.

GENS0405 Measuring up the Universe*
Offer Dept: School of Physics
Workload: 3 units of credits

Microscopes, telescopes, sextants, chronometers, computers, scales and the standard meter. Scientific instruments of the past influenced the evolution of all areas of science and many aspects of daily life. This course looks at topics ranging from Galileo's telescope to the development of barometers. Lectures are supplemented by the examination of items in a historical collection in the Faculty of Science and by visits to museums. The course is 'hands-on' with short written assignments and frequent feed-back in place of exams. Students will learn techniques for studying the history of science and technology and thier impact on cultural and economic development both internationally and in Australia.

GENT0903 Environmental Conflict*
Offer Dept: School of History and Philosophy
Workload: 3 units of credits

Explores the social, historical and political aspects of environmental conflicts and 'sustainable development'. These can be understood through the history of environmentalism in the twentieth century, and the study of political and social controversies arising from the push for a 'sustainable' society. Implications at the local, national and international level are examined through specific areas of conflict, for example fossil fuels and the politics of energy, the politicisation of hazardous chemicals, sustainable urban design, and the politics of trees; with case studies on Aboriginal issues.

* Second and Third course subject to changes.

For more information on the courses, please refer to UNSW Course Website

All 35 NUS Science students will be put up at The UniLodge, 5 minutes walk from Campus

MultiShare Standard 3/4/5 Bedroom Unit UniLodge: AUD44.55 per night

This includes all utilities (electricity, water, gas, etc.) and security.

For more information, you may refer to The UniLodge website. (Please do not contact UniLodge directly)