Oceanography focuses on study of oceans and related phenomena. This is a ‘Whole Earth’ science. From the beginning the ocean has always fascinated human beings. it covers seventy percent of the earth’s surface, regulating our climate and maintaining our atmosphere, and is the setting for much of the planet’s biological production. Case studies will be made of areas of coastal Fiji in order to provide the basis for observational analysis and allow students to understand the various phenomena which influence our life. This course deals with the physio-chemical and biological properties, as well as the structure of the basins that contain them- covering topics like sea-floor spreading, the El Nino/ La Nino phenomenon and its link to drought and floods; and the global importance of oceans. This is a wide-ranging, fascinating, multi-disciplinary course for anyone interested in the natural world.
- Teacher: Mohammad Alam
- Teacher: Asif Iqubal