River Environments 1

This unit aims to increase students understanding of lower catchment environments including but not limited to geomorphology, river health, macro invertebrates, and catchment management within the unique riverine environment. Through outdoor experiential frameworks students will develop the knowledge and skill to live, travel, and lead safe multi day journeys on rivers and/or lakes. Students will also develop an appreciation of the physical, mental and social demands and benefits of these multi-day activities.


Off campus field classes in this unit may require a levy for incidental fees for accommodation, transport and camping.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

1. Investigate riverine geomorphology, river health, and catchment management specifically relevant to the lower catchment environments visited in the unit of study;
2. Articulate the unique theoretical knowledge and adapt the practical skills required to live, travel, and lead safely in lower catchment environments;
3. Apply active place-based pedagogies to facilitate environmental, cultural, geological and historical learning opportunities whist in the field; and
4. Employ strategies to safely manage and lead groups on multi day canoe journeys in lower catchment environments.