Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)
Testamur Title of Degree: |
Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) |
Abbreviation: |
BSc(Biotech) |
Home Faculty: |
Science |
Duration: |
3 years |
Total Credit Points: |
144 |
Delivery Mode: |
Face-to-face |
Starting Session(s): |
Autumn |
Location: |
Wollongong |
UOW Course Code: |
742 |
UAC Code: |
757631 |
CRICOS Code: |
003283D |
Overview
Biotechnology is the application of exciting advances in molecular and cell biology to medicine, agriculture, and the environment. Through modern technologies, such as genetic engineering, biotechnology is shaping diverse aspects of medicine (cancer, vaccines, therapy and diagnosis of genetic diseases), food production (transgenic plants) and industry (bioremediation). Biotechnology encompasses the rapidly evolving fields of monoclonal antibody technology, proteomics and genetic engineering. A new generation of pharmaceuticals, vaccines, hormones and anti-inflammatory agents are being developed using these technologies.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
New South Wales HSC University Admission Index (UAI) of 75 (or equivalent). The UAI is reviewed each year.
Assumed Knowledge: Four units of Science (including Biology or Chemistry) or four units comprising Science and Mathematics. Students who have not completed Chemistry and/or Biology at the HSC are strongly recommended to enrol in bridging courses offered in February each year. Students without at least HSC Mathematics Band 4 (or equivalent) are required to take a special Mathematics subject (MATH151) in the first year.
Course Requirements
This is a prescribed program of study comprising core and optional subjects as set out below.
Course Program
Subjects |
Session |
Credit Points | |
First Year |
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BIOL103 |
Molecules, Cells and Organisms |
Spring |
6 |
BIOL104 |
Evolution, Biodiversity and Environment |
Autumn |
6 |
CHEM101 |
Chemistry 1A: Introductory Physical and General Chemistry |
Autumn |
6 |
CHEM102 |
Chemistry 1B: Structure and Reactivity of Molecules for Life |
Spring |
6 |
MATH151 |
General Mathematics 1A (if required) |
Autumn or Summer |
6 |
Plus other elective subjects to give a total credit point value of 48, at least 6 of which should be one of the following: |
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PHYS155 |
Introduction to Biomedical Physics* |
Autumn |
6 |
STS 100 |
Social Aspects of Science and Technology# |
Autumn |
6 |
BMS 101 |
Systemic Anatomy |
Autumn |
6 |
BMS 112 |
Human Physiology I: Principles and Systems |
Spring |
6 |
* Strongly recommended # STS100 is compulsory for students taking an approved course of study which does not include STS251. | |||
Second Year |
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BIOL213 |
Principles of Biochemistry |
Autumn |
6 |
BIOL214 |
The Biochemistry of Energy and Metabolism |
Spring |
6 |
BIOL215 |
Introductory Genetics |
Spring |
6 |
BIOL240 |
Functional Biology of Plants and Animals |
Autumn |
6 |
STAT252 |
Statistics for the Natural Sciences |
Spring |
6 |
CHEM212 |
Organic Chemistry |
Autumn |
6 |
CHEM214 |
Analytical and Environmental Chemistry II |
Spring |
6 |
Plus one of the following subjects: | |||
STS 251 |
From Molecular Genetics to Biotechnology |
Autumn |
6 |
BMS 202 |
Human Physiology II: Control Mechanisms |
Autumn |
6 |
MGMT208 |
Introduction to Management for Professionals |
Autumn |
6 |
Third Year |
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Core |
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BIOL303 |
Biotechnology: Applied Cell and Molecular Biology |
Autumn |
8 |
CHEM320 |
Bioinformatics: From Genome to Structure |
Spring |
8 |
BIOL320 |
Molecular Cell Biology |
Autumn |
8 |
BIOL321 |
Infection and Immunity |
Spring |
8 |
Options |
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Plus one Session 1 subject chosen from the following: |
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CHEM350 |
Principles of Pharmacology |
Autumn |
8 |
BIOL332 |
Ecological and Evolutionary Physiology |
Autumn |
8 |
BIOL392 |
Advanced Biology |
Autumn, Spring or Summer |
8 |
BMS 344 |
Cardiorespiratory Physiology |
Autumn |
8 |
Plus one Session 2 subject chosen from the following: |
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CHEM321 |
Organic Synthesis and Reactivity |
Spring |
8 |
BIOL392 |
Advanced Biology |
Autumn, Spring or Summer |
8 |
PHIL380 |
Bioethics |
Spring |
8 |
Or other subjects approved by the Coordinator |
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Honours
If the required academic standard is attained, the BSc (Biotechnology) student may transfer to the B Biotechnology fourth Honours year. This consists of special coursework plus a research project.
Professional Recognition
Graduates qualify to apply for membership of the Australian Institute of Biology, the Australian Society of Microbiology and the Australian Biotechnology Society.
Other Information
For further information contact the Faculty of Science Office, Room 41.258, or telephone (02) 4221 3481.
Web site: www.uow.edu.au/science/.
Or for more detailed course information contact the Professional Officer, Julie-Ann Green - School of Biological Sciences, Room 35.103, telephone (02) 4221 3100, email: jagreen@uow.edu.au.
The Coordinator of the degree is Professor Mark Wilson - School of Biological Sciences.