301578 v.4 Bachelor of Science (Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology) (Honours)

BSc(Hons)(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 050725D
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1 Year

Introduction

This course develops originality and independence of thought and trains students in research. It is the preferred route for students wishing to do a higher degree or wishing to enhance their employment prospects.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

Refer to Undergraduate Admission Requirements, Admission into Honours Degree Programs and Regulations for Honours Degrees, in the General Information section of the Curtin Courses Handbook. Students with an outstanding performance in an appropriate Bachelor of Science (or equivalent) course, will be considered for entry to the honours program. Students intending to apply for entry must have achieved a minimum weighted average of at least 65 per cent for their final year subjects. Candidates should informthe course coordinator of an intention to apply for entry to the honours program prior to our immediately after the conclusion of undergraduate study.

Specific Requirements

Applicants for this course should refer to the Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening and Clearance Section of this publication.

Duration and Availability

This course is one year full-time study.

Course Organisation

The major activity comprises a supervised research project, together with activities and exercises, providing experience in other science related activities such as information acquisition and processing and the development of skills in written and oral communication.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
311418	v.1	Biomedical Science Honours 493	12.0	100.0
				100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
311419	v.1	Biomedical Science Honours 494	12.0	100.0
				100.0