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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Science (Cell and Molecular Biology) | 2020
The science of cell and molecular biology is the study of the processes that occur within and between the cells of living things from organic molecules to cells, individual organisms, populations and communities. A major in Cell and Molecular biology can be applied in the fields of biochemistry, biomedical science,immunology, microbiology, comparative physiology, terrestrial ecology and marine, evolutionary and environmental biology.
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.
Major Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this major, students will be able to:
| MLO | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Identify and apply the principles and concepts of cell and molecular biology. | ||||||
| 2 | Demonstrate skills in analysing, interpreting and evaluating data, methodologies and other information. | ||||||
| 3 | Apply critical thinking and independent problem solving in experimental design and data analysis. | ||||||
| 4 | Communicate knowledge and ideas clearly and coherently to others. | ||||||
| 5 | Demonstrate how knowledge and skills in cell and molecular biology are applied in the development of scientific works and practical exercises. | ||||||
| 6 | Interpret the role, relevance and ethical implications of science in society. | ||||||
Course Structure
The below structure is only available to students completing a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Science (Cell and Molecular Biology). To qualify for award of the degree, the Bachelor of Science (Cell and Molecular Biology), a candidate must successfully complete 72 credit points of core subjects outlined below.
Note:
- students required to complete MATH151 are required to complete additional credit points, which may extend the duration of your degree
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn | |||
| MATH151 | General Mathematics 1A | 6 | Autumn |
| *MATH151 MUST be completed by all students who have not completed NSW HSC Mathematics or equivalent at Band 4 or higher | |||
| Select One of the following two subjects: Note: Students who have achieved a mark of 65% or more in NSW HSC Chemistry (or equivalent) must select CHEM101 in Autumn and CHEM102 in Spring. All other students must select CHEM104 in autumn and CHEM105 in Spring. | |||
| CHEM101 | Chemistry IA: Introductory Physical and General Chemistry | 6 | Autumn |
| CHEM104 | Foundation Chemistry: Properties of Matter | 6 | Autumn |
| SPRING | |||
| BIOL103 | Molecules, Cells and Organisms | 6 | Spring |
| STAT252 | Statistics For the Natural Sciences | 6 | Spring |
| Select One of the following two subjects: | |||
| CHEM102 | Chemistry 1B: Structure and Reactivity of Molecules for Life | 6 | Spring |
| CHEM105 | Foundation Chemistry: Reactions and Structures | 6 | Spring |
| YEAR 2 | |||
| AUTUMN | |||
| BIOL213 | Principles of Biochemistry | 6 | Autumn |
| SPRING | |||
| BIOL214 | The Biochemistry of Energy and Metabolism | 6 | Spring |
| BIOL215 | Introductory Genetics | 6 | Spring |
| CHEM214 | Analytical and Environmental Chemistry | 6 | Spring |
| YEAR 3 | |||
| AUTUMN | |||
| BIOL343 | Techniques in Biotechnology and Medical Research | 6 | Autumn |
| BIOL340 | Cell and Molecular Biology | 6 | Autumn |
| SPRING | |||
| BIOL341 | Immunity and Infection | 6 | Spring |
| CHEM325 | Bioinformatics:Genome, Genes and Biomolecules | 6 | Spring |
Other Information
For further information please email: smah-students@uow.edu.au