ATOC30003 Tropical Weather and Climate Extremes

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is ATOC30003 hard?

ATOC30003: About average. Makes it harder: Final exam 60%. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Tropical weather and climate extremes like cyclones, ENSO and monsoons, driven by ocean–air interaction.

After it you can

What you need first

MAST20009 or (ATOC20003 and MAST10006)

Careers

Helps toward: Geologist, Meteorologist

How it’s assessed

Assignments 40%, Final exam 60%

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Quick answers

When is ATOC30003 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking ATOC30003?
Needs MAST20009 or (ATOC20003 and MAST10006).
Does ATOC30003 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 60% of the mark. Assessment: Assignments 40%, Final exam 60%.
How many class hours a week does ATOC30003 have?
4 h a week in class
Can I take ATOC30003 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music.
Can I rate ATOC30003?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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