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. Only students with outstanding performance in undergraduate study will be considered for entry to the honours program. Students intending to apply for entry must have achieved a minimum course weighted average of at least 65 per cent or higher, although some courses require at least 70 per cent or higher. Candidates should inform the Course Coordinator of an intention to apply for entry to the honours program prior to or 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 | |||||
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2011 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
