SCIE10005 Today's Science, Tomorrow's World
University of Melbourne · Level 1 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1, Semester 2.
- No final exam: all coursework
- 40% group work
- Pass/fail only, not in the WAM
Is SCIE10005 hard?
SCIE10005: Easier. Pass/fail, so it doesn't count in your WAM and isn't on the lists. Makes it easier: Reviewers say it’s manageable (10 reviews), Reviewers say the workload is light, No final exam, First-year subject. Makes it harder: 4 other hurdle tasks.
What you learn
How science works and builds trust, and how it tackles big issues like climate change. Pass/fail, first semester.
After it you can
- Explain how the scientific method works
- Discuss climate change and sustainability with evidence
- Work in a small group toward a shared goal
What you need first
None
How it’s assessed
Quizzes 20%, Reports and essays 40%, Projects 40%
Student reviews and ratings
Summarised from 10 students on StudentVIP (2022–2026)
- This is a compulsory pass/fail subject. Most say minimal effort is enough to pass.
- Most reviewers felt they learned little; lectures were seen as unnecessary for the assessments.
- There is a group presentation late in the semester; attend so you aren't left without a group. Assignment instructions can be unclear.
A summary of public reviews, not scored here.
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Quick answers
- When is SCIE10005 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 1, Semester 2.
- What do I need before taking SCIE10005?
- Needs None.
- Does SCIE10005 have a final exam?
- No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Quizzes 20%, Reports and essays 40%, Projects 40%.
- Is SCIE10005 hard?
- From 10 student reviews on StudentVIP: This is a compulsory pass/fail subject. Most say minimal effort is enough to pass.
- What do students say about SCIE10005?
- This is a compulsory pass/fail subject. Most say minimal effort is enough to pass. Most reviewers felt they learned little; lectures were seen as unnecessary for the assessments. There is a group presentation late in the semester; attend so you aren't left without a group. Assignment instructions can be unclear.
- Can I take SCIE10005 as breadth?
- No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
- Can I rate SCIE10005?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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