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Bachelor of Science (Biological Sciences) | 2020
This major will not be running in 2020. Please contact the Course Coordinator for advice on an alternative.
The science of biology is the study of living things from organic molecules to cells, individual organisms, populations and communities. Field and laboratory studies are built into appropriate subjects at all levels and take advantage of the superb local marine, freshwater and terrestrial environments on the South Coast and inland regions.
A major in Biological Sciences can be taken in the fields of biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, comparative physiology, terrestrial ecology, marine biology, evolutional biology and environmental biology.
Major Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:
- Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge in the principles and concepts associated with biological sciences.
- Analyse and synthesise data, methodologies and other information.
- Demonstrate how knowledge and skills in biological sciences can be applied in experimental projects and through the authoring of scientific works.
- Demonstrate skills in experimental design and performance.
- Exercise critical thinking and independent problem solving.
- Communicate clearly and coherently knowledge and ideas to others.
Entry Requirements and Credit Arrangements
Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder.
Other Information
For further information please email: smah-students@uow.edu.au