Overview

This degree will appeal to applicants who have the goal of completing an Honours year in this specialisation of science.Students will explore the importance of diverse biological processes to improve human wellbeing and gain a fundamental understanding in molecular biology, cell physiology and microbiology, and learn about new computational approaches … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Program of study
144 Units

Year 336 Units
Year 436 Units
Honours Program36 Units

Admission requirements

Admission requirements
English Language requirements

Aims

The course aims to develop graduates with a solid scientific knowledge and an awareness of professional practice within the interdisciplinary life science industry. It is designed to develop graduates' abilities to contribute to the development of scientifically sound, ethical and culturally sensitive solutions to complex problems for the economic and social benefit of society. It aims to develop graduates who work effectively within team environments and improve their practice through critical reflection and learning.

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course you will be able to:
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Transfer and apply core scientific concepts to propose solutions in the life science industry
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Demonstrate knowledge of, and critically apply the theories, subject content, professional methodologies and research procedures relevant to the discipline of life science
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Analyse and critically evaluate ideas/information/data and apply relevant scientific principles to solve problems by, for example, creating hypotheses, testing theories and predictions, designing and carrying out experiments and analysing reported data
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Communicate your findings to a variety of audiences in written and spoken form
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Work and learn independently and appreciate the need for continuing professional development, including pathways into research and research higher degrees
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Work in a multidisciplinary team and incorporate the views of all stakeholders including Indigenous groups

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Course/Course specialisation association
Course/Exit award association
Honours - Embedded/Bachelor association