Courses Handbook 2008

305898 v.1 Human Biology Major


Introduction

This major provides integrated studies in human biology with emphasis on applied human structure and function. It facilitates the development of laboratory skills and an understanding of scientific process. Graduates are able to access and critically evaluate scientific literature and are accomplished oral and written communicators. This degree leads into interesting professions in health-related research and education, both in Australia and overseas. It also provides an excellent base degree for graduate entry masters programs in many disciplines including medical science, forensic science, environmental science, and other allied health areas.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
302364 v.2   Measurement in Laboratory Science 131 1.0 12.5
4715 v.5   Medical Laboratory Science 131 4.0 25.0
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
1644 v.7   Human Biology 134 4.0 25.0
302467 v.2   Introduction to Microbiology 132 3.0 12.5
307590 v.2   Statistical Data Analysis 101 3.0 12.5
7077 v.5   Chemistry 124 5.5 25.0
7842 v.5   Medical Laboratory Science 132 4.0 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 1 OPTION   25.0
  100.0
Year 3 Semester 1
  SELECT 4 OPTIONS   100.0
  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
Optional Units to Select from in Year 2 Semester 2 Hrs/Wk Credit
11599 v.3   Genetics 232 5.0 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
Optional Units to Select from in Year 3 Semester 1 Hrs/Wk Credit
12647 v.2   Human Evolution 331 5.0 25.0
301282 v.3   Anatomical Techniques 331 5.0 25.0
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
Optional Units to Select from in Year 3 Semester 2 Hrs/Wk Credit
12648 v.3   Human Evolution 332 5.0 25.0
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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