Courses Handbook 2008

305895 v.1 Human Biology Preclinical Major


Introduction

This major provides integrated studies in human biology with emphasis on applied human structure and function. It is designed to provide an ideal degree for graduate-entry programs in clinical disciplines such as medicine, medical imaging, physiotherapy,occupational therapy, human communication science, audiology and chiropractic. This degree is an excellent choice for students wanting a career in allied health but who are not yet ready to commit to a particular profession. Our graduates are able to access and critically evaluate scientific literature, are accomplished communicators and are well-equipped for a career in health-related research or education.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
13019 v.2   Psychology 123 3.0 25.0
303168 v.3   Epidemiology and Biostatistics 180 2.0 12.5
7076 v.5   Chemistry 123 5.5 25.0
7713 v.9   Health Science Communication 180 2.0 12.5
  75.0
Year 1 Semester 2
1441 v.4   Psychology 114 2.0 12.5
1644 v.7   Human Biology 134 4.0 25.0
302467 v.2   Introduction to Microbiology 132 3.0 12.5
304741 v.2   Physics 115 4.5 25.0
7077 v.5   Chemistry 124 5.5 25.0
  100.0
Year 2 Semester 1
7671 v.10   Anatomy 231 6.0 25.0
8472 v.12   Physiology 231 5.0 25.0
8804 v.9   Biochemistry 231 5.0 25.0
  SELECT 1 OPTION   25.0
  100.0
Year 2 Semester 2
7689 v.9   Anatomy 232 5.0 25.0
8363 v.7   Biochemistry 232 5.0 25.0
8846 v.8   Physiology 232 5.0 25.0
  SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   25.0
  100.0
Year 3 Semester 1
301289 v.3   Environmental Physiology 331 5.0 25.0
301299 v.2   Pathophysiology 331 5.0 25.0
301301 v.3   Work Physiology 331 5.0 25.0
307080 v.1   Applied Anatomy 331 5.0 25.0
  100.0
Year 3 Semester 2
6937 v.6   Research Project 334 5.0 25.0
  SELECT 3 OPTIONS   75.0
  100.0
Optional Units to Select from in Year 2 Semester 1 Hrs/Wk Credit
302488 v.2   Molecular Genetics 231 4.0 25.0
7687 v.9   Histology 231 5.0 25.0
9930 v.5   Anatomy 151 4.0 25.0
Optional Units to Select from in Year 2 Semester 2 Hrs/Wk Credit
11599 v.3   Genetics 232 5.0 25.0
2500 v.6   Psychology 212 (Personality) 3.0 25.0
302436 v.2   Immunobiology 232 3.0 12.5
302487 v.1   Cytogenetics 232 3.0 12.5
7673 v.9   Histology 232 5.0 25.0
9931 v.5   Anatomy 152 4.0 25.0
Optional Units to Select from in Year 3 Semester 2 Hrs/Wk Credit
301290 v.3   Human Development 332 5.0 25.0
301298 v.3   Neuroscience 332 5.0 25.0
301300 v.2   Reproductive Biology and Technology 332 5.0 25.0
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