UndergraduateBiology & Life Sciences
Bachelor of Medical Biotechnology (Honours)
University of Wollongong, Wollongong, NSW, Australia
About this program
Medical biotechnology is the application of advances in molecular and cell biology to medicine, human health and disease. The Bachelor of Medical Biotechnology (Honours) encompasses the rapidly evolving fields of gene editing and CRISPR technologies, stem cell therapy, microbiome research, data science and Immunotherapy. By using innovative technologies, such as molecular modelling and design, next generation sequencing and advanced drug-delivery systems, biotechnology is shaping diverse aspects of medicine (e.g. cancer, vaccines, disease therapy and diagnostics, and medical devices), and many other fields (e.g. veterinary science, food production). This course will provide you with the tools and knowledge to work in any of these fields. You will study the following areas: molecular and functional biology, chemistry, biochemistry, anatomy and physiology, genetics, statistics, cell biology, immunology, microbiology and bioinformatics, just to name a few. You will learn about techniques in biotechnology and medical research whilst also having opportunities to explore other areas of passion through dedicated elective space within this degree. To support your learning, you will participate in practical classes in our purpose-built sciences teaching facility in the Science Precinct of the Wollongong campus, or out in the field. See the course handbook for more information.
Cost & duration
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- Autumn (24cp): BIOL213: Principles of Biochemistry (6cp). Elective: SMAH240: SMAH Studies Project (6cp)
- BIOL240: Biodiversity of Marine and Freshwater Organisms (6cp)
- CHEM212: Organic Chemistry II (6cp)
- MEDI210: Histology (6cp)
- MEDI211: Control Mechanisms Physiology (6cp)
- MGNT208: Introduction to Management for Professionals A (6cp)
- SOC 251: Genetics, Biotechnology and Society (6cp). Spring (24cp): BIOL215: Introductory Genetics (6cp)
- BIOL214: The Biochemistry of Energy and Metabolism (6cp)
- STAT252: Statistics For the Natural Sciences (6cp)
- CHEM214: Analytical and Environmental Chemistry (6cp). Annual (0cp): BIOL420: Biotechnology Honours (48cp). Spring (24cp): BIOL341: Immunity and Infection (6cp)
- CHEM325: Bioinformatics:Genome, Genes and Biomolecules (6cp)
- BIOL342: Biomedical Research:Skills and Techniques (6cp). Electives: CHEM360: Organic Synthesis III (6cp)
- MEDI323: Cardiorespiratory Studies (6cp)
- SMAH340: SMAH Research Project (6cp)
- SOC 347: Sociology of Health, Illness and Medicine (6cp). Autumn (24cp): BIOL343: Techniques in Biotechnology and Medical Research (6cp)
- BIOL340: Cell and Molecular Biology (6cp). Electives: HAS 350: Social Determinants of Indigenous Health (6cp)
- CHEM358: Pharmacology (6cp)
- MEDI312: Fundamentals of Neuroscience (6cp)
- PHIL326: Bioethics (6cp)
- SMAH340: SMAH Research Project (6cp)
- BIOL362: Ecophysiology (6cp). Autumn (24cp): SCII101: Global Challenges in Science (6cp). Chemistry: CHEM104: Foundation Chemistry: Properties of Matter (6cp)
- CHEM101: Chemistry IA: Introductory Physical and General Chemistry (6cp). Elective: MATH151: General Mathematics 1A (6cp)
- MEDI100: Human Structure and Function (6cp)
- BIOL104: Evolution, Biodiversity and Environment (6cp). Spring (24cp): BIOL103: Molecules, Cells and Organisms (6cp)
- BIOL105: Functional Biology of Animals and Plants (6cp). Elective: MEDI112: Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology II (6cp)
- PHYS155: Introduction to Biomedical Physics (6cp). Chemistry: CHEM105: Foundation Chemistry: Reactions and Structures (6cp)
- CHEM102: Chemistry 1B: Structure and Reactivity of Molecules for Life (6cp)
Admissions
Academic Entry Requirements Applicants need to have achieved the required score in a qualification equivalent to the completion of 13 years of schooling in Australia. To succeed in your chosen course, you should have completed relevant subjects in senior high school or other qualifications. For more information, refer to UOW's Entry Requirements page.
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