MJRU-MOLGN v.1 Molecular Genetics Major
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
Molecular Genetics is a rapidly advancing and exciting discipline for the 21st century. In this major, students will learn about universal principles and new advances in genetics and genomics, and how these can be applied to improve health outcomes. Areas of study will include molecular biology, human genetic disease, bioinformatics and genetic engineering. Students will also be introduced to cutting-edge technology for molecular and genetic analyses. Through a combination of theoretical and practical laboratory training, students will acquire a thorough understanding of molecular genetics and also develop skills in critical thinking and scientific communication. This course will prepare students for a career or further study in the biomedical sciences.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials. Students may require a laboratory coat.
Major/Minor/Stream Organisation
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| BCCB2000 | v.1 | Foundations of Biochemistry | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| MEDI2010 | v.1 | Molecular Cytogenetics and Diagnostics | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| BIOL2001 | v.1 | Introduction to Bioinformatics | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| GENE2001 | v.1 | Population Genetics and Molecular Evolution | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| GENE3000 | v.1 | Genetic Engineering | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| GENE3002 | v.1 | Human Genetic Disease | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| BIOL3010 | v.1 | Biosciences Research Project | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| BIOL3011 | v.1 | Protein Structure and Interactions | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
* Students taking MJRU-MOLGN may choose any of the specialisation (internal) except for SPUC-HUMGN
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