149504 v.3 Master of Biomedical Sciences
MBSc(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 027221J
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1.5 Years
Introduction
This course provides a professional award for graduates in medical science or related areas interested in biomedical science. Students develop an understanding of the latest techniques involved in the relevant areas of biomedical sciences, of undertakingan extensive review of the literature and carrying out a supervised research project. It also provides the opportunity to take coursework units from other disciplines, eg computing or business.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
An approved undergraduate degree in medical science or a related area.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
This fee-paying course is three semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study. It can be completed in one calendar year.
Intermediate Awards I
A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of the Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate awards approved for this course appear below.
Intermediate Awards II
Postgraduate Diploma in Biomedical Science.
Course Organisation
The course comprises of two semesters each of four 25 credit units taught in a lecture and tutorial format. These units cover the applied and theoretical aspects of the biomedical science course. Several of these units are common with other masters programs within the School. The third semester comprises of a dissertation (critical review of the literature) on a selected topic and a laboratory based molecular techniques unit. The student may select a 25 credit elective unit in place of the dissertation unit. By invitation, if a suitable project is available, a project unit may be undertaken in place of the dissertation and molecular techniques practicum.
Professional Recognition
Graduates on completion of this course will be eligible for full membership of the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists.
Career Opportunities
Students undertaking this course would most likely be employed with the medical diagnostic laboratories.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Course Structure |
Hrs/Wk |
Credit |
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Year 1 Semester 1 |
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| 13152 | v.3 | Health Research Methods 681 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13371 | v.3 | Bioinformatics 631 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5511 | v.7 | Advanced Specialisation 695 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 310168 | v.1 | Molecular Diagnostics 631 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 6756 | v.6 | Molecular Genetics 631 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 1 Semester 2 |
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| 300873 | v.3 | Professional Laboratory Practice 632 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310162 | v.1 | Vaccine Science 632 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5515 | v.7 | Advanced Specialisation 696 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 6753 | v.5 | Molecular Techniques 632 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 1 |
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| 13144 | v.3 | Biomedical Project 633 | 2.0 | 100.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 310166 | v.1 | Molecular Science Practicum 633 | 9.0 | 75.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 13194 | v.3 | # | Biomedical Dissertation 633 | 1.0 | 25.0 |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credits | |||
| 11507 | v.2 | MT 581 - Seminar | 1.0 | 12.5 | |
| 11508 | v.3 | MT 582 - Seminar | 1.0 | 12.5 | |
| 304233 | v.1 | MT 532 - Genes and Evolution | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| # | Or pick elective units to the value of 25 credits. | ||||
Availability
| Year | Location | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# | |
| 2006 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2006 | 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.
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