The course is designed for students already enrolled in a bachelors degree who wish to undertake additional studies to complete a major sequence in biotechnology (in addition to the major sequences allowed in their degree course). Students complete the major sequence in biotechnology as offered within the Bachelor of Science, normally over two years of part-time study concurrent with their bachelors degree.

Students who are currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science, or equivalent program, who have achieved at least a distinction grade in one (or more) of the following units are eligible to apply for admission:

• BIO1022 Biology II
• BIO1711 Human biology
• BIO1722 Cell Biology
• BMS1011 Biomedical chemistry
• CHM1022 Chemistry
• CHM1742 Chemistry

Students from other faculties wishing to enrol in this course are required to seek prior approval from the faculty administering their degree course.

Course progression

A combination of credit (up to 24 points), overload and study of units during summer semester allows students to complete the diploma at the same time as their bachelors degree or within an extra semester, depending on the time of entry to the course. The Regulations of the Faculty of Science allow students to overload their semester unit enrolment by 6 points (at second and third year only) with approval if they have achieved an average mark of at least a credit over the previous 48 points of study.

The biotechnology major sequence within the Bachelor of Science involves an inter-disciplinary program of study. Students will build on their basic knowledge of chemistry or biology and develop an understanding and appreciation of the molecular and chemical processes that underlie the wide variety of functions in all forms of life, including micro-organisms, plants and animals. Depending on the choice of units taken at level three students will understand the practical applications and have gained advanced knowledge in an area of molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, microbiology, or chemical science/engineering.

The course consists of four core units and four electives.

The course consists of 48 points of studies in total. Students must complete all of the following:

• BIO1011 Biology I or BIO1722 Cell biology
• CHM1022 Chemistry or CHM1742 Chemistry
• MOL2011 Molecular biology: genes and their expression and MOL2022 Molecular biology: gene technology and its application, or BTH2741 Biochemistry and BTH2732 Recombinant DNA technology

plus one of:

• SCI3090 Technology management for scientists
• SCI3094 Technology management for scientists II
• SCI3716 Laboratory and workplace management

plus three of the following:

• BCH3031 Advanced molecular biology: modern concepts and applications
• BCH3062 Molecular bioinformatics
• BCH3990 Action in biochemistry research project
• BTH3611 Plant and cellular biotechnology
• BTH3711 Food and industrial microbiology
• BTH3722 Medical microbiology
• BTH3732 Environmental microbiology
• BTH3741 Medical aspects of cell biology
• BTH3752 Molecular biology and biotechnology
• CHE3171 Bioprocess technology
• CHM3932 Medicinal chemistry
• CHM3941 Synthesis 1: chemistry of bioactive compounds
• CHM3990 Chemistry project
• GEN3040 Genomics and molecular genetics
• GEN3051 Medical genetics and forensic biology
• GEN3990 Genetics in action research project
• IMM3031 Molecular and cellular immunology
• IMM3051 Principles of applied immunology
• MIC3011 Molecular microbiology
• MIC3041 Medical microbiology
• MIC3990 Action in microbiology research project
• SCI3741 Biotechnology in action research project

Diploma of Biotechnology (Research and Management)

* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.

The course provides students with a broad, general science education, with an emphasis on practical training in applied sciences. This will allow students to develop a wide knowledge base accompanied by technical skills appropriate to employment in a practical setting. The course will also equip students with generic skills - to write essays, undertake research, solve problems, think critically, and communicate ideas more effectively - providing a foundation for a vocational career in science or for further study.

Course progression requirements

Students must complete the level-one statistics unit before proceeding to stage two of the course.

Upon completion of this course, students will have foundation knowledge and applied skills in three discipline areas of science. Graduates will have improved life and employment skills including generic skills necessary to critically analyse and communicate scientific ideas and information, and a capacity to apply discipline knowledge and critical thinking to investigate problems.

Areas of study

Students must complete three minor sequences in science, along with a specified number and type of science electives, a level-one statistics unit, and a level-one communication core unit.

Over the two stages of the course students must complete all of the following:

• three minor sequences in a science area of study, selected from the list below
• SCI1020 Introduction to statistical reasoning or STA1010 Statistical methods for science
• DFS1611 Introduction to university learning
• science elective units to complete a total of 96 credit points.

Stage 1 (48 points)

• SCI1020 Introduction to statistical reasoning or STA1010 statistical methods for science. SCI1020 is for students without a strong mathematics background, while STA1010 requires the student to have studied VCE Mathematical Methods Units 3 and 4 (or equivalent).
• DFS1611 Introduction to University Learning
• three level-one sequences towards minors in three areas of science (chosen from the list below)

Stage 2 (48 points)

• 36 points towards completing three minors (chosen from the list below)
• 12 points of electives

Minor sequences available

Applied biochemistry (24 points)

• CHM1011 Chemistry, and BIO1722 Cell biology
• BTH2741 Biochemistry, and one of BTH2752 Cellular metabolism or BTH2732 Design of molecules and macromolecules

Applied chemistry (24 points)

• CHM1011 Chemistry, and CHM1022 Chemistry
• CHM2741 Instrumental analysis, and one of CHM2752 Chemistry of the environment or CHM2762 Design of molecules and macromolecules

Applied microbiology (24 points)

• CHM1011 Chemistry, and BIO1722 Cell biology
• BTH2711 Introductory microbiology, and BTH2722 Microbial function and immunology

Environmental science and resource management (24 points)

• ENV1711 Environmental Science 1, and ENV1722 Environmental Science 2

Plus two of:

• ENV2726 Conservation of bioresources
• ENV2747 Soil Science
• ENV2712 Biology and diversity

Human physiology (24 points)

• BIO1711 Human biology, and BIO1722 Cell biology
• BIO2721 Human development and genetics, and BIO2742 Exercise physiology and fitness assessment

Mathematics and modelling (24 points)

• MAT1055 Mathematics 1A, and MAT1085 Mathematics 1B

Plus two of:

• MTH2010 Multivariable calculus
• MTH2032 Differential equations and modelling
• MTH2111 Mathematical structures

An additional year of full time study (48 points) will enable graduates to complete the Bachelor of Science degree.

Associate Degree in Applied Sciences

* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.

The course provides students with an opportunity to combine studies within the very wide range of disciplines in the humanities, social sciences and communications in combination with studies in a number of areas of science. In the arts component of the course, students are encouraged to grasp the opportunity to develop their imaginations and gain a broad understanding of the new ideas and values with which they will be challenged, so that they may become flexible, well-informed graduates who are sophisticated communicators and analytical thinkers. The science component aims to provide a broad, general science education with an emphasis on generic skills, which include numeracy, data analysis and presentation skills, and the capacity to work in teams. Graduates will also have specialist training in at least one science and one arts discipline, in preparation for honours and postgraduate study, or for employment in any of the traditional careers for arts graduates or scientists.

Course progression requirements

Students who wish to graduate with a Bachelor of Science, or undertake honours in science, prior to the completion of the full BA/BSc course must have completed at least 144 points of studies including all of the science requirements for the course.

Upon completion of this course, students will have advanced knowledge and skills in at least one area of science and arts. Graduates will have improved life and employment skills including generic skills necessary to critically analyse and communicate ideas and information, and a capacity to apply discipline knowledge and critical thinking to define and analyse problems, and develop effective solutions.

Areas of study

Students must complete minor and major sequences in both arts and science, along with a specified number of electives from each faculty. Students must also complete at least one level one mathematics or statistics unit and SCI2010 (The practice and application of science).

The Faculty of Arts requires arts studies to be chosen from the arts disciplines outlined at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/undergrad/arts-ug-areas-of-study.html.

The Faculty of Science requires science studies to be chosen from the science units listed in the section 'Science areas of study and sequences' in this handbook.

Students in the BA/BSc course may not take units from faculties other than the Faculty of Arts and Faculty of Science.

Students are required to complete 96 points of units from each faculty as outlined below.

Level one

Students must complete:

• at least five level one sequences - at least two from the Faculty of Science and three from the Faculty of Arts.

Only four sequences will be taken in the first year of study and no more than 36 points of level one units may be taken from either faculty

These five level one sequences must be in different areas of study.

Majors and minors

Students must complete:

• at least one major sequence and one minor sequence in arts and at least one major sequence and one minor sequence in science.

These four sequences must be in different areas of study, and must include at least 24 points of level three science units and 18 points of level three arts units in the major discipline.

Core BSc requirement

Students must satisfy the core requirement for the Bachelor of Science as part of their science studies by completing:

• SCI2010 The practice and application of science

and at least one mathematics or statistics unit from:

• SCI1020 Introduction to statistical reasoning
• STA1010 Statistical methods for science
• MTH1030 Techniques for modelling

The level one mathematics/statistics unit taken will depend on the mathematics background and interests. The statistics units SCI1020 and STA1010 are normally recommended for students planning to study areas where experimental design and data analysis skills are particularly important, such as the life sciences. SCI1020 is for students without a strong mathematics background, while STA1010 requires the student to have completed VCE Mathematical Methods Units 3 and 4 (or equivalent). The mathematical methods unit MTH1030 requires the student to have completed VCE Specialist Mathematics Units 3 and 4 or MTH1020 (or equivalent).

Students may be eligible to exit the double degree program and graduate with either a BA or a BSc after three years, depending on the units studied.

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Science

* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.

The course provides students with an opportunity to combine studies in biomedical sciences with studies in a number of areas of science, and prepares students for honours and postgraduate study or for employment.

Course progression requirements

Students who wish to undertake honours in science prior to the completion of the BBiomedSc/BSc course must have completed at least 144 points of studies, including all of the BSc requirements. Students who wish to undertake honours in biomedical sciences prior to the completion of the BBiomedSc/Bsc course must have completed at least 144 units of study, including all of the BBiomedSc requirements.

Upon completion of this course, students will have a broad knowledge in biomedical sciences with the skills necessary to understand and investigate human biology and health as well as advanced training in a 'basic' science and advanced knowledge and training in at least one science discipline. Graduates will be experienced in oral, written and practical skills in relation to this knowledge. Depending on the choice of majors, graduates may gain an in-depth knowledge in a particular biomedical science.

Areas of study

Students must complete a minor and a major sequence in science, along with a specified number of core units in science and in biomedical sciences. The Faculty of Science requires science studies to be chosen from the science units listed in the section 'Science areas of study and sequences' in this handbook. Students in the BBiomedSc/BSc course may not take elective units other than science units and approved units from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences.

Science component

Students must complete at least one major sequence and one minor sequence in a different science area of study. The major sequence must be taken from the areas of:

• chemistry
• biological sciences
• genetics
• physics
• mathematics
• statistics.

Students must also satisfy the core requirement for the Bachelor of Science as part of their science studies by completing the core unit:

• SCI2010 The practice and application of science.

Students must complete 96 points of science units, including the core unit, and must take at least 24 points of level three science units and no more than 36 points of level one science units.

Biomedical sciences component

Students must complete the following units:

• BMS1011 Biomedical chemistry
• BMS1021 Cells, tissues and organisms
• BMS1031 Medical biophysics
• BMS1042 Biomedical sciences and society
• BMS1052 Human neurobiology
• BMS1062 Molecular biology
• BMS2011 Structure of the human body
• BMS2021 Biochemistry of human function
• BMS2031 Body systems
• BMS2042 Human genetics
• BMS2052 Microbes in health and disease
• BMS2062 Introduction to bioinformatics
• BMS3021 Molecular medicine and biotechnology
• BMS3042 Biomedical basis of disease 2

and:

• at least two level three elective units from the biomedical sciences areas (generally these are units with the prefixes BCH, BME, BMS, BND, BNS, DEV, GEN, HUP, IMM, MIC, PHA and PHY).

Depending on the science major and/or minor sequences chosen, some of these units must be replaced with equivalent biomedical science units as follows:

(i.) if a major or minor sequence requires BIO1011 (Biology I) and BIO1022 (Biology II), BMS1021 must be replaced with an elective unit from the biomedical science areas

(ii.) in a physics major or minor sequence, BMS1031 must be replaced with an elective unit from the biomedical science areas.

Note: It is highly recommended that students discuss their choice of science units at each stage with the student services staff in the Faculty of Science office.

Study sequences

Students would normally follow one of the following paths:

BBiomedSc/BSc with a major or minor in a science area that requires BIO1011 and BIO1022

Stage one

• BIO1011 Biology I
• BIO1022 Biology II
• BMS1011 Biomedical chemistry
• BMS1031 Medical biophysics
• BMS1042 Biomedical sciences and society
• BMS1062 Molecular biology
• one 12-point level one science sequence

Stage two

• BMS1052 Human neurobiology
• BMS2011 Structure of the human body
• BMS2021 Biochemistry of human function
• BMS2042 Human genetics
• 12 points of science units to complete a minor sequence in biological sciences or genetics
• 12 points of science units to complete a minor sequence in a science area of study

BBiomedSc/BSc with a major in physics

Stage one

• BMS1011 Biomedical chemistry
• BMS1021 Cells, tissues and organisms
• BMS1042 Biomedical sciences and society
• BMS1062 Molecular biology
• PHS1011 Physics
• PHS1022 Physics

plus one pair of:

• MTH1020 Analysis of change and MTH1030 Techniques for modelling
• MTH1030 and MTH2010 Multivariable calculus

Stage two

• BMS1052 Human neurobiology
• BMS2011 Structure of the human body
• BMS2021 Biochemistry of human function
• BMS2042 Human genetics
• 12 points of science units to complete a minor in physics
• 12 points of science units to complete a minor sequence in a different science area of study

BBiomedSc/BSc with a major in chemistry, mathematics or statistics

Stage one

• BMS1011 Biomedical chemistry
• BMS1021 Cells, tissues and organisms
• BMS1042 Biomedical sciences and society
• BMS1062 Molecular biology
• two 12-point level one science sequences

Stage two

• BMS1031 Medical biophysics
• BMS1052 Human neurobiology
• BMS2021 Biochemistry of human function
• BMS2042 Human genetics
• 12 points of science units to complete a minor sequence in chemistry, mathematics or statistics
• 12 points of science units to complete a minor sequence in a different science area of study

For all sequence combinations

Stage three

• BMS2031 Body systems
• BMS2052 Microbes in health and disease
• BMS2062 Introduction to bioinformatics
• SCI2010 The practice and application of science
• one science elective unit
• 6 points of elective units from the biomedical science areas (see 'Biomedical sciences requirements' above), except for students undertaking a major sequence in chemistry or mathematics, in which case BMS2011 will be taken
• 12 points of science units towards a major sequence in chemistry, biological sciences, genetics, physics, mathematics or statistics

Stage four

• BMS3021 Molecular medicine and biotechnology
• BMS3042 Biomedical basis of disease 2
• at least two level three elective units from the biomedical sciences areas (see 'Biomedical sciences requirements' above)
• 12 points of science units to complete a major sequence in chemistry, biological sciences, genetics, physics, mathematics or statistics
• 12 points of elective science units

Bachelor of Science

Bachelor of Biomedical Science

The course provides graduates with a strong foundation in the enabling science disciplines of biology, chemistry and mathematics as well as skills and techniques in molecular biology, microbiology and biochemistry. Students complete core units at each stage specifically addressing issues relevant to the biotechnology industry, including ethics, business and law. Students also complete a major sequence to specialise in an area of biotechnology. The area of specialisation is selected after stage one and is in one of the following areas:

• biomolecular processing
• chemical biotechnology
• medical biotechnology
• materials and nanotechnology
• plant and animal biotechnology.

At stage four of the course students either complete an honours year program involving independent research, analysis and a combination of coursework and project unit covering commercialisation aspects of biotechnology, or a program of advanced coursework.

Course progression requirements

Students must have completed all of the stage 1-3 requirements, and achieved an average mark of at least 70 in at least 24 points of level-3 units, including BTH3012 (Biotechnology regulation, law and ethics III), to be able to undertake the honours program of the course. Students who have completed all of the stage 1-3 requirements but do not meet this progression requirement will complete the coursework program at level four to be eligible for the award of Bachelor of Biotechnology, or can apply to transfer to the Bachelor of Science to graduate.

Students who transfer to the Bachelor of Science course after successfully completing all of the requirements for stages 1-3 are eligible to apply to graduate with either an untagged Bachelor of Science or a tagged Bachelor of Science (specialist stream) based on their program of study. For example a student who completes all of the level 1-3 requirements including the requirements for the specialist stream in Medical Biotechnology is eligible to graduate with the tagged degree qualification Bachelor of Science (Medical Biotechnology).

Upon completion of this course, students will have advanced knowledge and skills in at least one of the scientific areas that contributes to the biotechnology industry and related research. The core units provide graduates with theoretical and practical knowledge of the biotechnology industry so that they will understand how research and development in that context differs from non-commercial research. During the course, students will also have developed generic skills and knowledge appropriate to employment in science including quantitative literacy, data analysis and presentation, communication skills and teamwork skills. The fourth year provides students with a higher level of experience in independent analysis and research in the chosen field of expertise and brings together the science and industry perspectives.

Core studies

In addition to the core science units, students must complete the core biotechnology units at each year level (stages 1-3), foundation scientific studies (at stages 1-2), units towards an approved scientific specialisation stream (at stages 2-3), as well as two approved elective units at stage 1. The fourth stage involves either a major laboratory research project along with project work specifically relating to commercial product development or advanced coursework.

Areas of study

Students must complete an approved specialisation stream in an area of biotechnology. Details of the requirements of each stream are described below. Although students are not required to select their specialist stream until the completion of stage 1 of the course some streams involve units that have specific level one prerequisite units. For example, biomolecular processing requires students to complete MTH1030 (Techniques for modelling), which in turn, may require students to complete MTH1020 (Analysis of change).

Over the first three stages of the course, all students must complete the following:

• eight foundation science units at stages 1-2 (48 points)
• a mathematics or statistics unit at stage 1 (6 points)
• a biotechnology core unit at each of stages 1-3 (18 points)
• ten specialist units in an approved biotechnology stream at stages 2-3 (60 points)
• two elective units from any faculty (12 points).

At stage four of the course, all students must complete a final year program of study (48 points). The program of study at stage four will be determined by the course progression requirements and will comprise either:

• an honours research project in biotechnology (36 points) and a commercialisation of biotechnology coursework and project unit (12 points)
• or additional coursework units (48 points).

No more than 60 points of level-1 units can be counted towards the requirements of the course, and at least 36 points of relevant level-3 units must have been completed.

Students who do not meet the progression requirement at the end of stage three to complete the honours year program will either apply to transfer to the Bachelor of Science in order to graduate, or complete advanced coursework units at stage four and graduate with a Bachelor of Biotechnology.

Overall students must have completed the following:

Stage one

Students complete 48 points of units, comprising:

• BIO1011 Biology I and BIO1022 Biology II
• BTH1011 Biotechnology, science, business, law and ethics 1
• CHM1011 Chemistry and CHM1022 Chemistry
• either STA1010 Statistical methods for science or MTH1030 Techniques for modelling (some specialist streams require MTH1030 as a prerequisite for level two units)
• two elective units from any faculty, subject to meeting any entry requirements of that faculty

Stage two

Students complete 48 points of units, comprising:

• BCH2011 Structure and function of cellular biomolecules
• BTH2012 Biotechnology regulation, law and ethics II
• MIC2011 Introduction to microbiology and microbial biotechnology
• MOL2011 Molecular biology: genes and their expression and MOL2022 Molecular biology: gene technology and its application
• three units towards one of the approved streams

Stage three

Students complete 48 points of units comprising:

• BTH3012 Biotechnology science, industry and commercialisation
• five units to complete the core component of one of the approved streams
• two related 'selective' units as approved for that stream

Stage four

Students who satisfy the progression requirements at stage 3 to be eligible to complete the honours program complete 48 points of units comprising:

• BTH4100 Biotechnology research project (36 points)
• BTH4200 The practice of biotechnology (12 points)

The grade of honours awarded for students who graduate with a Bachelor of Biotechnology with Honours will be determined by the Board of Examiners using the points-weighted average of the marks for BTH4100 and BTH4200, with a variation of up to two discretionary marks.

Students who do not satisfy the progression requirements at stage 3 to complete the honours program complete 48 points of advanced coursework comprising the following:

• BTH4200 The practice of biotechnology (12 points)
• 36 points from relevant units to complete an individual program developed between the student and the course coordinator. This program will involve units in areas relevant to biotechnology, including a unit that requires a substantial literature review. The units could be chosen from, but not limited to, the following list:
• GSB5011 Pathways from science to wealth
• LAW7119 Patents for inventions
• SCI3090 Technology management for scientists
• SCI3094 Technology management for scientists
• SCI3741 Biotechnology in action research project

Specialist stream requirements

Biomolecular processing (60 points)

• BCH2022 Metabolic basis of human diseases
• BCH3031 Advanced molecular biology: modern concepts and applications
• CHE3171 Bioprocess technology
• CHE4132 Biochemical engineering
• CHM2922 Instrumental and forensic chemistry
• ENG1010 Process systems analysis
• MTH1020 Analysis of change*
• MTH2051/ MTH3051 Introduction to computational mathematics

plus two units from:

• CHE3172 Nanotechnology and materials 1
• CHE4172 Nanotechnology and materials II
• CHM2180 Materials chemistry: biomaterials, macromolecules and smart materials
• ECE3803 Clinical engineering management
• ECE4084 Biomechanics of human musculoskeletal systems
• ECE4806 Medical imaging
• ENE3603 Impact of engineering systems
• ENE4506 Materials and the environment
• ENE4601 Risk assessment, occupational health and toxicology
• GES2420 Environmental policy and management
• MIC2022 Microbiology: host and environmental interactions
• MTE2541 Nanostructure of materials
• MTE2544 Functional materials
• MTE3545 Functional materials and devices
• MTE4539 Biomaterials

* Students who successfully completed VCE Specialist Mathematics must complete MTH1030 instead of MTH1020 as part of the specialist stream (if not already taken as part of the course core units).

Chemical biotechnology (60 points)

• CHM2911 Molecular design and reactivity
• CHM2922 Instrumental and forensic chemistry, and one of CHM2962 Food chemistry or CHM2942 Chemistry of life
• CHM3941 Synthesis 1: chemistry of bioactive compounds
• CHM3922 Synthesis 2: understanding chemical reactions, and one of CHM3911 Spectroscopy, synchrotron and structure or CHM3952 Analytical and forensic chemistry.
• two CHM elective units at level three
• plus two level-three units from one of the approved areas of study - units listed in this handbook with the prefix DEV, BCH, BIO, CEL, GEN, HUP, IMM, MIC, BNS, PHA, or PHY

Medical biotechnology (60 points)

• BCH2022 Metabolic basis of human diseases
• IMM2011 Function of the immune system
• plus one of: BMS2042 Human genetics, CEL2012 Cell biology 1, MIC2022 Microbes in health and disease, or PHY2032 Physiology of human health
• BCH3031 Advanced molecular biology: modern concepts and applications
• BCH3052 Advanced protein biology: from sequence to structure and disease
• BMS3021 Molecular medicine and biotechnology

plus four level three units (two pairs) from the following combinations:

• BCH3021 Cellular organisation: organelle structure and function in health and disease, and BCH3042 Cell signal transduction: role in cancer and human disease
• BNS3031 Brain chemistry and behaviour, and BNS3052 Drugs, brain and altered awareness
• GEN3040 Genomics and molecular genetics, and GEN3051 Medical genetics and forensic biology
• IMM3031 Molecular and cellular immunology, and IMM3042 Clinical immunopathology
• MIC3011 Molecular microbiology or MIC3022 Molecular virology and viral pathogenesis, and MIC3032 Pathogenesis of bacterial infectious diseases
• PHA3011 Principles of drug action, and PHA3042 Modern drug development

Materials and Nanotechnology (60 points)

• CHE3161 Chemistry and chemical thermodynamics
• CHE3172 Nanotechnology and materials 1
• CHE4172 Nanotechnology and materials II
• ENG1010 Process systems analysis
• MTE2541 Nanostructure of materials
• MTE2544 Functional materials
• MTE3544 Management and practice in materials engineering
• MTE4539 Biomaterials

plus two units from the following (one of which must be level three):

• CHM2911 Molecular design and reactivity
• CHM2922 Instrumental and forensic chemistry
• CHM3180 Materials chemistry: biomaterials, macromolecules and smart materials
• CHM3981 Chemistry at the interface

Plant and animal biotechnology (60 points)

• BIO2282 Plant structure and function
• BIO3011 Research methods in biology
• BIO3082 Plant responses to the environment
• BTH3611 Plant and cellular biotechnology
• CHM2922 Instrumental and forensic chemistry or CHM2180 Materials chemistry: biomaterials, macromolecules and smart materials
• GEN2041 Foundations of genetics
• GEN3030 Genetics of development
• GEN3040 Genomics and molecular genetics

plus:

• two units at levels two or three from the units listed in this handbook with the prefix CHM, GEN, BIO, MIC, or BCH - the units must have the same prefix

Students may exit after completing levels 1-3 with a Bachelor of Science or tagged BSc award providing all requirements for the relevant degree have been met.

Bachelor of Biotechnology

Bachelor of Biotechnology with Honours

* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.

The course provides students with a solid foundation in traditional areas of science (chemistry, geosciences, biological sciences, physics, geography, mathematics) together with a range of units specifically targeting environmental issues including environmental policy and planning, environmental risk and impact assessment, sampling and monitoring methods for air, surface water, groundwater, soils, and biological communities.

Course progression requirements

To be admitted to the honours program students are required to have completed 144 points of study including all stage 1-3 requirements, and have achieved a distinction grade average (70 per cent) in 24 points of studies in relevant level three units. These 24 points of studies will normally include at least 18 points of units in the area of study in which they wish to undertake honours. Students who have obtained an average of 65-69 per cent in their main third-year sequence may also be eligible for consideration if they have also obtained an average of at least 65 per cent in their remaining level three units and the relevant head of school supports their application.

Upon completion of this course, students will have skills and knowledge in a traditional area of science and an understanding of the multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary nature of science in the environment. Graduates will be able to contribute effectively to designing scientific and technical environmental monitoring and sampling programs, to conduct environmental studies, and to contribute to environmental policy development.

The course can be taken as either a pass or honours degree. Students must complete the studies as described below, including core units, and a major and minor sequence in different areas of science. The requirements to complete a major and/or minor sequence in an area of science are described in the 'Science areas of study and sequences - Clayton' section of this handbook.

The major and minor sequences must be selected from two of the five following areas of study:

• atmospheric science
• biological sciences
• chemistry
• geosciences
• geography and environmental science.

Note that it is highly recommended that students discuss their choice of units and program at each stage with the environmental science course coordinator and core area advisers.

Students must complete all of the following:

Stage one

• CHM1011 Chemistry or CHM1031 The world of chemistry I
• ENV1011 Planet earth and its environment: the cosmic connection
• ENV1022 Australian physical environments: evolution, status and management
• Either SCI1020 Introduction to statistical reasoning or 6 points of mathematics (STA1010 Statistical methods for science recommended)*
• 6 points of biology (BIO1042 Environmental biology recommended)
• 6 points of physics (PHS1042 Physics, energy and the environment recommended)
• 12 points of units chosen from level one units offered by the Faculty of Science or other faculties

Students are encouraged to select at least two, and preferably three, core areas in which they may develop their major and minor sequences and to undertake the level one requirements for each at stage one.

Students may complete up to 60 points of level one units and if necessary may delay completing the physics requirement to their second year of study.

* The level one mathematics/statistics unit taken will depend on the mathematics background and interests. SCI1020 (Introduction to statistical reasoning) is for students without a strong mathematics background, while STA1010 (Statistical methods for science) requires the student to have studied VCE Mathematical Methods Units 3 and 4 (or approved equivalent).

Stage two

• ENV2011 Environmental policy and management
• ENV2022 Environmental analysis 1: sampling and monitoring

and at least 12 points of units offered in each of two of the following core study areas at level two (24 points):

• atmospheric science, biology, chemistry, geosciences and geography

plus up to 12 points of units chosen from level one or level two units offered by the Faculty of Science or other faculties

Stage three

• ENV3011 Environmental analysis 2: decision making
• ENV3022 Environmental technology
• additional points as required to complete a major and a minor sequence (in different areas of study) from units offered in the following study areas at level three: atmospheric science, biology, chemistry, geosciences and geography (at least 48 points)
• the remaining points can be taken from units offered by the Faculty of Science or other faculties (up to 12 points)

Stage four

Pass degree

Additional points as required to complete two major sequences, or a double major and a minor sequence (in different areas of study) from units offered in the following study areas: atmospheric science, biology, chemistry, geosciences and geography.

The remaining points from relevant units to complete an individual program developed between the student and the course coordinator. This program will involve units in the science areas relevant to environmental science, environmental engineering, law, and business, and will take into account the interests of the student.

Honours degree

Students complete 48 points of level four science units, in accordance with the requirements for the Honours degree of Bachelor of Science in one of the five study areas included in this degree.

Bachelor of Environmental Science

The honours degree of Bachelor of Environmental Science

* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.

The course provides students with a broad, general science education, as well as specialist training in one or more science disciplines. The flexibility of the course and the wide range of areas of specialisation allows students to explore new areas, further develop their strengths in science and to pursue their interests. The emphasis on generic skills - quantitative literacy, data analysis, information literacy, problem solving, communication and presentation skills, and the capacity to work in teams - and specialisation in at least one discipline ensures a firm foundation for a career in science. Graduates will be equipped for a variety of careers or for honours and postgraduate study, leading to global employment opportunities in any of the traditional and emerging careers for scientists.

Course progression requirements

Students must complete the mathematics/statistics requirement at stage one before enrolling in level two science units.

To be eligible to apply for entry into the additional one-year honours program, students should obtain a distinction grade average (70 per cent) or above in 24 points of studies in relevant units at level three, which will normally include at least 18 points of units in the area of study in which they wish to undertake honours.

Upon completion of this course, students will have advanced knowledge and skills in at least one area of science and will have a basic understanding of science disciplines other than those in which they specialise. Graduates will have improved life and employment skills including generic skills necessary to critically analyse and communicate scientific ideas and information, and a capacity to apply discipline knowledge and critical thinking to define and analyse problems, and develop effective solutions.

Areas of study

Students must complete a minor and a major sequence in science, along with a specified number and type of science electives, a level two science core unit, and up to 48 points of non-science electives. The science major and minor sequence must be chosen from the science units listed in the section 'Science areas of study and sequences' in this handbook, for the campus on which they are enrolled.

Over the three stages of the course students must complete all of the following:

• at least one major sequence in a science area of study
• at least one minor sequence in a different science area of study
• at least one level one mathematics or statistics unit from SCI1020 Introduction to statistical reasoning, STA1010 Statistical methods for science, MTH1030 Techniques for modelling or MAT1085 Mathematics 1B
• the core unit SCI2010 (The practice and application of science) at level two
• an approved combination of level one units to ensure breadth of studies across science disciplines
• at least 36 points of science units at level one and at least 24 points of science units at level three
• no more than 48 points of units offered by another faculty, subject to meeting any entry requirements of that faculty
• at most, 60 points of level one units overall.

Students can satisfy the level one breadth of studies requirement in one of two ways:

Option 1

At least three level one sequences from the following approved combinations:

Astronomy

• ASP1010 Earth to cosmos: introductory astronomy and ASP1022 Life and the universe

Atmospheric science

• ATM1020 The science of climate and ATM1030 The science of weather

Biological sciences

One pair of:

• BIO1011 Biology 1 and BIO1022 Biology II
• BIO1011 Biology I and BIO1042 Environmental biology
• BIO1711 Human biology and BIO1722 Cell biology

Chemistry

One pair of:

• CHM1031 World of chemistry I and CHM1042 World of chemistry II
• CHM1031 World of chemistry I and CHM1022 Chemistry
• CHM1011 Chemistry and CHM1022 Chemistry
• CHM1011 Chemistry and CHM1042 World of chemistry II
• CHM1731 Foundations of chemistry and CHM1742 Chemistry

Computer science

One pair of:

• FIT1002 Computer programming and FIT1015 Computer science
• FIT1001 Computer systems and FIT1002

Resource and environmental science

• ENV1711 Environmental science 1 and ENV1722 Environmental science 2

Geosciences

• ESC1011 Planet earth and its environment: the cosmic connection and ESC1022 Planet earth: dynamic systems, environmental change and resources

Geography

One pair of:

• GES1070 Extremes: Natural hazards and human vulnerability and GES1020 Australian physical environments: evolution, status and management
• GES1070 Extremes: Natural hazards and human vulnerability and GES1050 The global challenge

Mathematics

One pair of:

• MTH1020 Analysis of change and MTH1030 Techniques for modelling
• MTH1030 and MTH2010 Multivariable calculus
• MTH1030 and MTH1112 Numbers, logic and graphs
• MTH1030 and STA1010 Statistical methods for science
• MTH1030 and MTH1122 The nature and beauty of mathematics
• MAT1055 Mathematics 1A and MAT1085 Mathematics 1B

Physics

One pair of:

• PHS1011 Physics and PHS1022 Physics
• PHS1080 Foundations of physics and PHS1022 Physics
• PHS1031 Physics for the living world and PHS1022 Physics

Psychology

• PSY1011 Psychology 1A and PSY1022 Psychology 1B

Option 2

At least one unit from each of the following three groups:

Physical processes

• ASP1010 Earth to cosmos- introductory astronomy
• ASP1022 Life and the universe
• CHM1011 Chemistry
• CHM1031 The world of chemistry I
• CHM1042 The world of chemistry II
• CHM1022 Chemistry
• CHM1731 Foundations of chemistry
• CHM1742 Chemistry
• MSC1010 Materials in our environment
• PHS1011 Physics
• PHS1022 Physics
• PHS1031 Physics for the living world
• PHS1042 Physics, energy and environment
• PHS1080 Foundation physics
• PHS1722 Physical science

Life processes

• BIO1011 Biology I
• BIO1022 Biology II
• BIO1042 Environmental biology
• BIO1711 Human biology
• BIO1722 Cell biology
• PSY1011 Psychology 1A
• PSY1022 Psychology 1B

Earth processes

• ATM1020 The science of climate
• ATM1030 The science of weather
• ESC1011 Planet earth and its environment: the cosmic connection
• ESC1022 Planet earth: dynamic systems, environmental change and resources
• ENV1711 Environmental science 1 - the dynamic environment
• ENV1722 Environmental science 2 - resource management issues
• GES1070 Extremes: Natural hazards and human vulnerability
• GES1020 Australian physical environments: evolution, status and management
• GES1050 The global challenge

Stage one

It is recommended that at least two level one science sequences are commenced at stage one. Where possible, commencing three level one sequences can assist students in their selection of minor and major areas of study at stage two. This will also ensure that the requirement of breadth across science disciplines is met.

Students must complete the mathematics/statistics requirement at stage one. The level one mathematics/statistics unit taken will depend on the mathematics background and interests:

• The statistics units SCI1020 (Introduction to statistical reasoning) and STA1010 (Statistical methods for science) are normally recommended for students planning to study areas where experimental design and data analysis skills are particularly important, such as the life sciences.
• SCI1020 is for students without a strong mathematics background, while STA1010 requires the student to have studied VCE Mathematical Methods Units 3 and 4 (or equivalent).
• The mathematical methods units MTH1030 (only for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science at Clayton) and MAT1085 (only for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science at Gippsland) are recommended for students with an interest in mathematics and/or physics. MTH1030 requires the student to have studied VCE Specialist Mathematics (or equivalent) or MTH1020, while MAT1085 requires the student to have studied the prerequisite unit MAT1055.

Stage two

It is recommended that at least two science minor sequences and the core unit SCI2010 are undertaken at stage two and that any remaining units to complete the requirement of breadth of study across disciplines are completed.

Stage three

Students should complete their science major sequence and any remaining units needed to complete any outstanding course requirements at stage three. Additional level two and level three science units may also be taken at stage three, for example to complete a second science major sequence or a double-major sequence.

Bachelor of Science

* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.

The course aims to prepare students to work at a professional level in a scientifically oriented environment in which application of modern business techniques is required, or in a commercial environment where a background in science, technology or information technology is desirable.

Course progression requirements

Students who wish to exit the double-degree program and graduate with a Bachelor of Science, or undertake honours in science, prior to the completion of the BSc/BBusCom course must have completed at least 144 points of studies including all of the science requirements for the course.

Upon completion of this course, students will have advanced knowledge and skills in two areas of science and in at least one area of business/commerce. Graduates will have a basic knowledge of the business disciplines of accounting, business statistics, business law, economics, management and marketing. They will also have improved life and employment skills, including generic skills necessary to critically analyse and communicate scientific ideas and information, and a capacity to apply discipline knowledge and critical thinking to define and analyse problems, and develop effective solutions.

Students are required to complete 96 points from the Faculty of Science and 96 points from the Faculty of Business and Economics. Within the science component, students may not complete more than 36 points of level one units, and overall must complete at least 24 points of level three science units.

Students must complete all of the following:

(a.) sixteen units (96 points) from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce as follows:

(i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points)

• AFW1000 Principles of accounting and finance
• BTW1200 Business law
• ECW1101 Introductory microeconomics
• ETW1102 Business statistics*
• MGW1010 Introduction to management
• MKW1120 Marketing theory and practice

* Note that students who complete the science unit STA1010 (Statistical methods for science) will be exempted from the compulsory unit ETW1102 (Business statistics), and will be required to select another business unit in its place.

(ii.) a major of eight units (48 pts):

• the major must come from the approved list of majors offered in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce**
• at least two units (12 pts) must be completed at each of second and third year levels.

** Refer to the Bachelor of Business and Commerce entry at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/2224.html or contact the Business and Economics faculty office for advice.

(iii.) additional units from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce to reach the required minimum of 16 units (96 pts)*.

Additional degree requirements:

• a maximum of eight first-year level units (48 points) from the Faculty of Business and Economics
• a minimum of four third-year level units (24 points) from the Faculty of Business and Economics.

In addition to specific unit prerequisites, second-year level units require the successful completion of three first-year level units and third-year level units require the successful completion of two second-year level units.

(b.) two 6-point science units at level one (including STA1010 unless exempted), and SCI2010 (The practice and application of science) at level two

(c.) two science sequences (excluding computing) consisting of a major sequence in one area of study and a minor sequence in a different area of study

(d.) one 6-point level one science unit from an area of study other than those studied under part (c).

Science sequences are available in the following areas of study (see the section 'Science areas of study and sequences - Gippsland' for details):

• applied biochemistry
• applied statistics (minor only)
• applied chemistry
• applied microbiology
• environmental science and resource management
• mathematics and modelling
• human physiology (minor only)
• psychology.

Bachelor of Science

Bachelor of Business and Commerce

The course aims to provide students with the opportunity to combine the strong communication skills, critical analysis and problem-solving ability of a science degree with mathematical and complex IT skills.

Students with a distinction average may apply to participate in the Industry Based Learning (IBL) placement stream of the Bachelor of Computer Science. IBL students are awarded a scholarship and undertake a 22-week industry placement with participating companies as directed by the University. The student's work during the placement will be structured and assessed as part of the degree.

IBL-stream students must undertake an industry placement to complete the requiremens of the course.

Course progression requirements

Students who wish to exit the double-degree program and graduate with a Bachelor of Science, or undertake honours in science, prior to the completion of the BSc/BCompSc course must have completed at least 144 points of studies including all of the science requirements for the course.

Students who wish to exit the double-degree program and graduate with a Bachelor of Computer Science, or undertake honours in computer science, prior to the completion of the BSc/BCompSc course must have completed at least 144 points of studies including all of the computer science requirements for the course.

The IBL stream

The IBL placement program of the computer science component of this double degree is available to Australian residents who commenced their studies in 2006 or later, but it is not available to international students. A limited number of places will be available. Selection will be made after the completion of second year and will be based on academic performance and an interview conducted by industry partners. IBL students are required to be available during the normal holiday period in summer and winter for special units and industry-based learning placements.

Upon completion of this course, students will have advanced knowledge and skills in mathematics and in another area of science and in at least one area of computer science. Graduates will have improved life and employment skills including generic skills necessary to critically analyse and communicate scientific ideas and information, and a capacity to apply discipline knowledge and critical thinking to define and analyse problems, and develop effective solutions.

Areas of study

The course comprises 96 points of science units and 96 points of computer science units. For the purposes of this course, computer science units are not considered as science units. For details of available science minor and major sequences, consult the section 'Science areas of study and sequences - Clayton'.

Students must satisfy the core requirement for the Bachelor of Science as part of their science studies by completing SCI2010 (The practice and application of science) and MTH1030 (Techniques for modelling).

Overall students must complete the three 6-point level one computer science core units from the Faculty of Information Technology and at least two level-one sequences from the Faculty of Science (one of which must be mathematics).

Students must complete an additional 66 points of core units and two elective units in computer science plus approved science units to satisfy the requirements for at least one major and one minor sequence in science (one of which must be a minor sequence in mathematics) plus science elective units. Within the science component, students may not complete more than 36 points of level one units and overall must complete at least 24 points of level three science units.

Stage one (all students)

• FIT1001 Computer systems
• FIT1002 Computer programming
• FIT1008 Computer science
• MTH1112 Numbers, logic and graphs or STA1010 Statistical methods for science
• MTH1030 Techniques for modelling* and MTH1020* Analysis of change or MTH2010* Multivariable calculus
• a 12 point level one sequence in a science area of study other than mathematics

Stage two (main stream)

• FIT2004 Algorithms and data structures
• FIT2010 Database
• FIT2014 Theory of computation
• FIT2022 Computer systems 2
• MTH2010* (if not already completed) or SCI2010*
• MTH2032 Differential equations and modelling
• 12 points of science units to complete a minor sequence in an area of study other than mathematics or computer science

At the end of stage two, students should have completed two minor sequences (one in mathematics) and one in another science area not including computer science.

Stage two (IBL stream)

• FIT2004 Algorithms and data structures
• FIT2010 Database
• FIT2014 Theory of computation
• FIT2022 Computer systems 2
• MTH2010* (if not already completed) or SCI2010*
• MTH2032 Differential equations and modelling
• 12 points of science units that complete a minor sequence in an area of study other than mathematics or computer science.

At the end of stage two, students should have completed two minor sequences (one in mathematics) and one in another science area not including computer science.

Stages three and four (main stream)

• FIT2001 Systems analysis and design
• FIT2008 Networks and data communications
• FIT3014 Analysis and design of algorithms
• FIT3036 Computer Science project or FIT3038 Software engineering project
• FIT3077 Software engineering: architecture and design
• FIT3085 Numerical computing
• FIT3086 Project management
• SCI2010 (if not already completed)**
• 24 points of science units to complete a major sequence in a science area of study, in either mathematics or the area of the minor sequence completed at stage two
• two or three elective science units to complete the final 48 points
• two level three approved computer science elective units

Stages three and four (IBL stream)

• FIT2001 Systems analysis and design
• FIT2008 Networks and data communications
• FIT2043 Technical documentation for software engineers
• FIT3014 Analysis and design of algorithms
• FIT3077 Software engineering: architecture and design
• FIT3086 Project management***
• FIT3127 Industry-based learning (18 points)
• SCI2010 (if not already completed)**
• 24 points of science units to complete a major sequence in a science area of study, in either mathematics or the area of the minor sequence completed at stage two
• two or three elective science units to complete the final 48 points

* Students who have not completed the prerequisite requirements for MTH1030 should complete MTH1020 and MTH1030 at stage one, complete MTH2010 instead of SCI2010 at stage two, and complete SCI2010 instead of one of the science elective units at stage three.

** SCI2010 substitutes for core requirement FIT1003 IT in organisations in the Bachelor of Computer Science degree.

*** FIT3086 should be completed in summer semester, otherwise IBL students will need to overload in one semester by one unit.

Students can graduate with one of the single degrees after completion of 144 points of study provided all the requirements of the relevant degree has been met.

Bachelor of Computer Science

Bachelor of Science

* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.

This interdisciplinary laboratory-based program has a core of basic science studies including principles of modern instrumentation, experimental design and data analysis, biochemical and microbiological techniques and recombinant DNA technology.

At the Gippsland campus, two strands are offered: medical biotechnology and industrial biotechnology. In the medical strand, students consider the biochemical basis of disease, infectious disease, immunology, epidemiology and diagnostics. The industrial strand incorporates food microbiology, environmental microbiology and natural products chemistry. Links with regional industries enable final-year students to participate in directed biotechnological research in their applied research project.

The generic strand offered at the Sunway campus requires students to acquire skills and applications from a broader area of biotechnology. Emphasis will be given to molecular biology, genetics, genomics as well as plant biotechnology which are relevant to the rapidly emerging biotechnology industries in Malaysia.

Upon completion of this course, students will understand the interdisciplinary nature of biotechnology. Graduates who complete the medical biotechnology stream will have skills and knowledge of the biochemical basis of disease, infectious disease, immunology, epidemiology and diagnostics. Graduates of the industrial stream will have skills and knowledge of food and environmental microbiology and natural products chemistry. Graduates of the program offered at Sunway will have skills and knowledge relevant to the rapidly emerging biotechnology industries in Malaysia, including molecular biology, genetics, genomics as well as plant biotechnology.

Students must complete the specified core units at each year level and, at stages two and three, the appropriate strand-specific units as described below. Each program includes a combination of core and elective studies. No more than 60 points of level-one units can be included overall.

Stage one

• BTH1802 Fundamentals of biotechnology
• SCI1020 Introduction to statistical reasoning or STA1010 Statistical methods for science
• 12 points of level one biology units
• 12 points of level one chemistry units
• 12 points of elective units

Stage two

• BTH2711 Introductory microbiology, or MIC2011 Introduction to microbiology and microbial biotechnology
• BTH2732 Recombinant DNA technology
• BTH2741 Biochemistry
• BTH2752 Cellular metabolism
• CHM2741 Instrumental analysis
• SCI2010 The practice and application of science
• 12 points of strand specific units

Stage three

• SCI3716 Laboratory and workplace management
• BTH3752 Molecular biology and biotechnology
• one science elective unit (6 points)
• 12 points of electives
• 18 points of strand specific units

Strand-specific units

Gippsland

Industrial strand

• BTH2722 Microbial function and immunology
• BTH3711 Food and industrial microbiology
• BTH3732 Environmental microbiology
• CHM2762 Design of molecules and macromolecules
• CHM3730 Bioactive chemistry

Medical strand

• BTH2722 Microbial function and immunology
• BTH3722 Medical microbiology
• BTH3741 Medical aspects of cell biology
• CHM2762 Design of molecules and macromolecules
• CHM3730 Bioactive chemistry

Sunway

Generic strand

• BTH2820 Crop science
• BTH3820 Plant biotechnology
• GEN2041 Foundations of genetics
• GEN3030 Genetics of development
• GEN3040 Genomics and molecular genetics

Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)

* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.

Upon completion of this course, students will have a broad spectrum of knowledge of resource management issues and strategies in combination with knowledge of scientific principles, concepts and skills in areas of science relevant to biotechnology.

Students must complete a program of study including 174 points of core units plus 18 points of elective studies. No more than 60 points of level one units can be included overall. The elective units may be chosen from any faculty at the Sunway campus, including units offered for other science courses.

The course may be taken so that either of the single degrees is completed in the first three years of study, provided all relevant requirements are completed.

Students must complete all of the following:

Stage one

• BIO1011 Biology I
• BIO1022 Biology II
• BTH1802 Fundamentals of biotechnology
• CHM1011 Chemistry
• CHM1022 Chemistry
• ENV1800 Environmental science: a Southeast Asian perspective
• SCI1020 Introduction to statistical reasoning
• one 6-point elective unit

Stage two, three and four

• BIO2011 Ecology
• BIO3011 Research methods in biology
• BTH2741 Biochemistry
• BTH2752 Cellular metabolism
• BTH2820 Crop science
• BTH3711 Food and industrial microbiology or BTH3732 Environmental microbiology
• BTH3752 Molecular biology and biotechnology
• CHM2741Instrumental analysis
• CHM2951 Environmental chemistry - water
• CHM3730 Bioactive chemistry
• CHM3960 Environmental chemistry
• ENV2712 Biology and diversity
• ENV2726 Conservation of bioresources
• ENV3011 Environmental analysis 2: decision making
• ENV3737 Environmental management
• GEN2041 Foundations of genetics
• GEN3030 Genetics of development
• GEN3040 Genomics and molecular genetics
• MIC2011 Introduction to microbiology and microbial biotechnology
• SCI2010 The practice and application of science
• SCM3011 Tropical aquatic biology
• SCM3022 Tropical terrestrial biology
• two 6-point elective units
• one 6-point elective unit

Students may graduate with either of the single degrees in this course following completion of at least 144 points and all core units of the relevant degree.

Bachelor of Science (Environmental Management)

Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)

* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.

An applied research project is offered as an elective to qualified students to undertake meaningful research and further develop the skills they have learned.

Students must undergo industrial training at stage three of the course via a professional attachment to a clinical or medical laboratory as part of the course requirements.

Upon completion of this course, students will have knowledge of science across a range of disciplines with a high level of understanding and appreciation in a broad spectrum of areas relating to medical bioscience and biotechnology, with an emphasis on aspects of human health in tropical regions. Graduates will have the skills to utilise sophisticated equipment to effectively communicate, liaise and cooperate with others in a multidisciplinary setting and to work within and contribute to a team environment, particularly in the field of patient care.

Students must complete a program of study including, including 156 points of core units plus 36 points of elective studies. No more than 60 points of level one units can be included overall. The elective units may be chosen from any faculty at Sunway, including units offered for other science courses.

Students must complete all of the following:

Stage one

• BIO1011 Biology I
• BIO1022 Biology II
• BTH1802 Fundamentals of biotechnology
• CHM1011 Chemistry
• CHM1022 Chemistry
• SCI1020 Introduction to statistical reasoning
• two 6-point elective units

Stage two, three and four

• ANT2331 Introduction to anatomy and medical terminology
• BTH2732 Recombinant DNA technology
• BTH2741 Biochemistry
• BTH2752 Cellular metabolism
• BTH2820 Crop science
• BTH3752 Molecular biology and biotechnology
• BTH3820 Plant biotechnology
• CHM2741 Instrumental techniques
• GEN2041 Foundations of genetics
• GEN3030 Genetics of development
• GEN3040 Genomics and molecular genetics
• HUP3801 Essentials of pathology
• IMM3802 Essentials of applied immunology
• MIC2011 Microbiology
• MIC3802 Principles of medical microbiology
• PHA3801 Principles of pharmacology
• PHY2021 Body systems physiology
• PHY2032 Physiology of human health
• SCI2010 The practice and application of science
• SCI3716 Laboratory and workplace management
• four 6-point elective units

Students may graduate with either of the single degrees in this course following completion of at least 144 points and all core units of the relevant degree.

Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)

Bachelor of Science (Medical Bioscience)

* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.

This course provides students with the opportunity to develop an appreciation of the Earth's natural resources (its flora and fauna, minerals, soils, air, water and energy), an awareness of environmental management issues, and the knowledge and skill base to adequately manage these resources.

Upon completion of this course, students will have knowledge of a broad spectrum of resource management issues and strategies used to manage and sustain the Earth's natural resources. Graduates will also have skills and knowledge of scientific principles and concepts in areas of science relevant to resource management, including chemistry, biology, instrumental science and statistics.

The course consists of a combination of compulsory core units mainly from the disciplines of biology, chemistry and instrumental science, along with a number of specialist units dealing more specifically with industry, resources and their environmental management. Students must complete 108 points of core units, plus 36 points of elective studies, with no more than 60 points of level one units overall.

Students must complete all of the following:

Stage one

• BIO1011 Biology I
• BIO1022 Biology II
• CHM1011 Chemistry
• CHM1022 Chemistry
• ENV1800 Environmental science: a Southeast Asian perspective
• SCI1020 Introduction to statistical reasoning
• two six-point elective units

Stage two

• BIO2011 Ecology
• CHM2951 Environmental chemistry- water
• ENV2726 Conservation of bioresources
• ENV2757 Environmental health
• MIC2011 Introduction to microbiology and microbial biotechnology
• SCI2010 The practice and application of science
• two six-point elective units

Stage three

• BIO3011 Research methods in biology
• CHM3960 Environmental chemistry
• ENV3011 Environmental analysis 2: decision making
• ENV3737 Environmental management
• SCM3011 Tropical aquatic biology
• SCM3022 Tropical terrestrial biology
• two six-point elective units

Bachelor of Science (Environmental Management)

* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.

The course provides a solid scientific foundation in chemistry, microbiology, biochemistry and the physical sciences together with a knowledge of the processing and formulation of agricultural raw materials into safe and nutritious food products.

Students must complete an eight-week industrial placement in order to complete the requirements for this course.

Upon completion of this course, students will have knowledge of science across a range of science disciplines, with advanced knowledge and skills in a broad spectrum of areas relating to food science and technology. In addition, graduates will be equipped with skills and techniques related to the processing of agricultural raw materials, and will have a working knowledge of broad areas of application of food science and technology in industry.

Students must complete 120 points of core units and 24 points of elective units, with no more than 60 points of level one units overall. Elective units may be chosen from any faculty, including units offered for other science courses.

Students must complete all of the following:

Stage one

• BIO1011 Biology I
• BIO1022 Biology II
• BTH1802 Fundamentals of biotechnology
• CHM1011 Chemistry
• CHM1022 Chemistry
• FST1800 Fundamentals of food science
• SCI1020 Introduction to statistical reasoning
• one six-point elective unit

Stage two

• BTH2811 Bioprocess technology
• BTH2732 Recombinant DNA technology
  
• BTH2741 Biochemistry
  
• CHM2741 Instrumental analysis
  
• CHM2962 Food chemistry
  
• MIC2011 Microbiology
• SCI2010 The practice and application of science
• one six-point elective unit

Stage three

• BTH3711 Food and industrial microbiology
• FST3810 Human nutrition
  
• FST3820 Food preservation
  
• FST3830 Functional foods
  
• FST3840 Food processing
  
• SCI3716 Laboratory and workplace management
• two six-point elective units

Bachelor of Science (Food Science and Technology)

 

The course provides specialist training in medical bioscience with a particular emphasis on techniques in tropical medicine with a focus on biotechnology. The program offers a Malaysian perspective, and several units have been specifically designed for the Malaysian context, ensuring that students gain an understanding of medical bioscience in a tropical environment. Students study a wide range of topics including anatomy, biochemistry, cellular metabolism, immunology, medical microbiology, human physiology, pharmacology and pathology.

An applied research project is offered as an elective to qualified students to undertake meaningful research and further develop the skills they have learnt.

Students must complete industrial training via a professional attachment to a clinical or medical laboratory in order to complete the requirements for this course.

Upon completion of this course, students will have knowledge of science across a range of disciplines, with a high level of understanding and appreciation in a broad spectrum of areas relating to medical bioscience. Students will have developed quantitative and qualitative research skills and will have an understanding of the importance of an ethical base for scientific research and development activity particularly in the context of areas such as bioengineering and human health.

Students must complete 114 points of core units plus 30 points of elective studies, with no more than 60 points of level one units overall. Elective units may be chosen from any faculty at Sunway, including units offered for other science courses.

Students must complete all of the following:

Stage one

• BIO1011 Biology I
• BIO1022 Biology II
• BTH1802 Fundamentals of biotechnology
• CHM1011 Chemistry
• CHM1022 Chemistry
• SCI1020 Introduction to statistical reasoning
• two 6-point elective units

Stage two

• ANT2331 Introduction to anatomy and medical terminology
• BTH2732 Recombinant DNA technology
• BTH2741 Biochemistry
• BTH2752 Cellular metabolism
• MIC2011 Introduction to microbiology and microbial biotechnology
• PHY2021 Body systems physiology
• PHY2032 Physiology of human health
• SCI2010 The practice and application of science

Stage three

• BTH3752 Molecular biology and biotechnology
• HUP3801 Essentials of pathology
• IMM3802 Essentials of applied immunology
• MIC3802 Principles of medical microbiology
• PHA3801 Principles of pharmacology
• three 6-point elective units

Bachelor of Science (Medical Bioscience)

* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.

This course allows high achieving students to complete an advanced program of individual study in science with specialist training in one or more science disciplines. Depending on previous studies it may be possible to complete the degree in two years by taking an accelerated program, or to undertake additional units to enrich the study program while completing the degree in three years.

Course progression requirements

A sustained high level of achievement must be demonstrated throughout the course. Students in the Science Scholar Program are required to maintain at least a distinction average (70 per cent) across their best 48 points in each calendar year to remain in, and to graduate with, the BSc(ScScholProg). Students who do not meet this standard will be required to transfer to the Bachelor of Science course.

Students who at the commencement of their course are awarded credit for previous studies (based on previous tertiary study, including secondary school year 12 enhancement studies) may have the opportunity to undertake a course of study which can lead to the Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree after three years rather than the normal four years.

Alternatively, students will be able to complete the degree in a normal three-year period (or four years if progressing to an additional honours degree) while at the same time being able to enrich their studies by enrolling in units additional to those normally required to satisfy the Bachelor of Science degree requirements as listed in this handbook.

Upon completion of this course, students will have demonstrated high academic performance across all studies. Graduates will have specialist training in one or more science disciplines, with the potential for postgraduate study, leading to employment opportunities in any of the traditional or emerging careers for scientists. Overall, the course provides students with improved life and employment skills through a general appreciation of science and demonstrated competence in science graduate attributes, which include information literacy, the effective use of information technology, problem solving, data handling, and laboratory skills, and a capacity to apply discipline knowledge and critical thinking to analyse and solve complex problems.

With the assistance of an assigned mentor, an individual course of study will be devised for each student in this program. The minimum credit points required is 96, however students can complete up to 144 credit points within the degree structure.

Students must complete at least 96 points of studies in science including all of the following:

• at least one major sequence in a science area of study
• at least one minor sequence in a science area of study
• at least 36 points of science units at level two and at least 48 points of science units at level three.

Students in the Science Scholars Program are not required to complete the standard BSc level one mathematics/statistics and breadth of study requirement or the level two core unit. Students who revert to the standard BSc program, either by choice or as a result of exclusion from the Science Scholar Program, must complete all of the Bachelor of Science course requirements.

Bachelor of Science (Science Scholar Program)

* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.

The BScAdv(Hons) is a high-profile, flexible single-degree course with a strong coordinated foundation of studies in the basic sciences, leading to advanced studies in at least two different areas of science. The course is primarily aimed at high-achieving students who expect to pursue honours studies in science. The course encourages the development of research, communication and team work skills.

Course progression requirements

A sustained high level of achievement must be demonstrated throughout the course. Students in the program are required to maintain at least a distinction average (70 per cent) across their best 48 points in each calendar year to remain in the program. Students who do not meet this standard will be required to transfer to the Bachelor of Science course.

To be eligible to progress to the honours program students must have completed the core unit at level two and all the requirements for the major sequence in the area of study in which they wish to undertake honours (including the level three project unit), with a distinction grade average (70 percent in at least 24 points of studies in this area of study at level three).

Upon completion of this course, students will have achieved honours-level research studies in one contemporary specialised area of science study, founded upon an advanced level of understanding of at least two areas of science. Graduates will have specialist training in one or more science disciplines, with the potential for postgraduate study, leading to employment opportunities in any of the traditional or emerging careers for scientists. Overall, the course provides students with improved life and employment skills through a general appreciation of science and demonstrated competence in science graduate attributes, which include information literacy, the effective use of information technology, problem solving, data handling, and laboratory skills, and a capacity to apply discipline knowledge and critical thinking to analyse and solve complex problems.

Areas of study

The BScAdv(Hons) is a high-profile, flexible single-degree course with a strong coordinated foundation of studies in the basic sciences, leading to advanced studies in at least two different areas of science. The course is primarily aimed at high-achieving students who expect to pursue honours studies in science. The course encourages the development of research, communication and team work skills.

The first two stages of the course provide strong and coordinated foundation studies in some of the basic sciences. The second two stages concentrate on the development of research skills, leading to the completion of the honours year.

Over the four stages of the course students must complete an approved program of study of 192 credit points including all of the following:

• at least two major sequences in a science area of study or a minor plus a double-major sequence in different science areas of study, including one level three research project unit and at least 12 points at level two and at least 36 points at level three
• the core unit SCI2020 (Scientific methodologies and research techniques)
• 48 points of level four science units in a science area of study, in accordance with the normal requirements for the Bachelor of Science (Honours).

No more than 60 points of level one units may be taken overall towards the course.

Stage one

Clayton

Students at the Clayton campus must normally complete one of the five 48-point 'packages' of level one units that are listed in the groups below. Where possible, students should complete at least three 12-point science sequences at stage one. Details of the level one 'earth processes', 'physical processes' and 'life processes' units can be found under the entry for the Bachelor of Science.

Biosciences

• BIO1011 Biology I
• BIO1022 Biology II or BIO1042 Environmental biology
• CHM1011 Chemistry and CHM1022 Chemistry, or CHM1031 The world of chemistry I and CHM1042 The world of chemistry II
• a level one sequence in a science area of study, or STA1010 (Statistical methods for science) plus at least one 'earth processes' or 'physical processes' level one unit
• two 6-point elective units

Chemical sciences

• CHM1011 Chemistry and CHM1022 Chemistry

and two of:

• STA1010 Statistical methods for science
• MTH1020 Analysis of change
• MTH1030 Techniques for modelling
• MTH2010 Multivariable calculus

plus:

• a level one sequence in either 'biological sciences' (BIO1011 and BIO1022), or (BIO1011 and BIO1042), an 'earth processes' or 'physical processes' area of study
• two 6-point elective units

Earth and environmental sciences

• BIO1011 Biology I and BIO1022 Biology II, or BIO1042 Environmental biology

plus:

• ESC1011 Planet earth and its environment: the cosmic connection, and ESC1022 Planet earth: dynamic systems, environmental change and resources, or
• GES1070 Extremes: natural hazards and human vulnerability, and GES1020 Australian physical environments: evolution, status and management, or GES1050 The global challenge

plus:

• a level one sequence in a science area of study, or STA1010 (Statistical methods for science) plus at least one 'physical processes' level one unit
• two 6-point elective units

Mathematical and computational sciences

• FIT1002 Computer programming
• FIT1015 Computer science or STA1010 Statistical methods for science

plus:

• MTH1030 Techniques for modelling, and MTH1020 Analysis of change, or MTH2010 Multivariable calculus

plus:

• a level one sequence in either a 'physical processes' or 'earth processes' area of study
• two 6-point elective units

Physical sciences

• PHS1011 Physics and PHS1022 Physics

plus:

• MTH1030 Techniques for modelling, and MTH1020 Analysis of change, or MTH2010 Multivariable calculus

plus:

• a level one sequence in a science area of study
• two 6-point elective units

Gippsland

Students at the Gippsland campus must normally complete one of the three 48-point packages of level one units listed below.

Applied biological and chemical sciences

• BIO1711 Human biology and BIO1722 Cell biology
• CHM1731 Foundations of chemistry* and CHM1742 Chemistry

plus:

• a level one sequence in a science area of study, or STA1010 Statistical methods for science and ENV1711 Environmental science 1 - the dynamic environment
• two 6-point elective units

Environmental science and resource management

• BIO1722 Human biology and STA1010 Statistical methods for science
• CHM1731 Foundations of chemistry* and CHM1742 Chemistry
• ENV1711 Environmental Science 1 and ENV1722 Environmental science 2- resource management issues
• two 6-point elective units

* Students who have completed VCE Chemistry will be individually counselled on whether they need to complete CHM1731 or may select an additional elective science unit.

Mathematical sciences and computing

• FIT1001 Computer systems and FIT1002 Computer programming
• MAT1055 Mathematics 1A and MAT1085 Mathematics 1B
• STA1010 Statistical methods for scienceand MAT1077 Discrete Mathematics
• two 6-point elective units

Stage two (both campuses)

Students must complete 24 points of level two science units to complete minor sequences in two different science areas of study:

• for students enrolled at the Clayton campus this will include at least one minor in biological sciences, chemistry, geosciences, geography, materials science, mathematical sciences, molecular biology or physics.
• for students enrolled at the Gippsland campus this will include at least one minor in applied biochemistry, applied chemistry, applied microbiology, applied statistics, mathematics and modelling, human physiology or environmental science and resource management.

In addition, all students must complete:

• SCI2020 Scientific methodologies and research techniques

plus one of (if not completed at stage one):

• STA1010 Statistical methods for science
• MTH1030 Techniques for modelling
• MAT1085 Mathematics 1B

plus:

• two or three 6-point elective units, to provide a total of at least 48 points of studies at stage two.

Stage three (both campuses)

Students must complete 48 points of science units at level two or level three to complete two major sequences, or one double major and a minor sequence, in different science areas of study, including no more than 12 points at level two and at least 36 points of level three science units. At least one major sequence should include a 6-point level three research project unit in an area of research strength of science at Monash.

Students completing a major sequence in psychology as part of the course should also complete a major sequence in another science area of study, as a place in the honours year in psychology cannot be guaranteed.

Stage four (both campuses)

Students complete 48 points of level four science units in a science area of study, in accordance with the normal requirements for the Bachelor of Science (Honours).

Bachelor of Science Advanced with Honours

* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.

The Honours degree of Bachelor of Science aims to provide students with a higher level of experience in independent analysis and research in their chosen area of expertise. In special circumstances, the dean, acting on the recommendation of the heads of schools, may approve candidature embracing more than one area of study. The Honours degree of Bachelor of Science is awarded on the successful completion of a program of advanced study including a supervised research project which will include a contribution to the knowledge of the subject by original work and a critical review of the literature. The course has vocational aims but also provides a preparation for higher degree studies.

Students who have successfully qualified for the BSc pass degree, or equivalent, with a distinction grade average (70 per cent) or above in 24 points of studies in relevant units at level three may apply to enter. These 24 points of studies will normally include at least 18 points of units in the area of study in which they wish to undertake honours. Students who have obtained an average of 65-69 per cent in their main third-year sequence may also be eligible for consideration if they have also obtained an average of at least 65 per cent in their remaining level three units and the relevant head of school supports their application. Students in science double degrees must have completed at least 144 points of their studies in that course, including all of the double-degree science requirements, before they may apply for entry to honours.

Graduates of the honours program will:

• be able to critically review the scientific literature in their specialist area of study
• understand the processes involved in the design, development and implementation of a relevant research project
• be able to complete and analyse a set of laboratory-based, computer-based, theoretical or other appropriate studies
• be proficient in computer based data acquisition (where appropriate), critical analysis of results, appropriate presentation, and scientific word processing
• demonstrate communication skills in both oral and written presentations to both a specialist and a non-specialist scientific audience, including the ability to write and present scientific work in a potentially publishable way
• have acquired a range of technical skills and attitudes appropriate to their area of study
• have demonstrated the capability to perform a variety of scientific procedures and techniques that are essential to the satisfactory completion and reporting of a research project
• have the demonstrated the potential to pursue higher studies and learning in their area of study
• have gained insight into the breadth and diversity of their discipline and its place within the broader scope of science.

The specific requirements for the award of a degree with honours is dependent on the field of study but in general will include advanced coursework and specified assessment tasks, a thesis component and seminars/oral presentations.

The honours course is available in most of the 'Science areas of study and sequences' listed in this handbook at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/undergrad/sci.html.

Schools are able to cater substantially for the interests of individual students, although there may be compulsory elements to be completed by all students in some areas of study. The work to be completed by a candidate will be as prescribed by the relevant head of school.

Further details about the requirements for honours in each field of study, along with faculty honours policies and guidelines are available at http://www.sci.monash.edu.au/honours.

The honours degree of Bachelor of Science

This course provides a fourth year of advanced study and research training for students who have completed a Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology).

Students who have successfully qualified for the BSc(Biotech) pass degree, or equivalent, with a distinction grade average (70 per cent) or above in 24 points of studies in relevant units at level three may apply to enter. These 24 points of studies will normally include at least 18 points of units in the area of study in which they wish to undertake honours. Students who have obtained an average of 65-69 per cent in their main third-year sequence may also be eligible for consideration if they have also obtained an average of at least 65 per cent in their remaining level-three units and the relevant head of school supports their application. Students in science double degrees must have completed at least 144 points of their studies including all core requirements of one of the science degrees before they may apply for entry to honours.

Upon completion of the honours year, students will have knowledge of science across a range of disciplines with a high level of understanding and appreciation in a broad spectrum of areas relating to biotechnology. Graduates will have the skills to utilise sophisticated equipment, and to effectively communicate, liaise and cooperate with others in a multidisciplinary setting and work within and contribute to a team environment.

The specific requirements for the award of a degree with honours is dependant on the field of study but in general will include advanced coursework and specified assessment tasks, a thesis component and seminars/oral presentations.

Approved candidates complete the units:

• SCM4100 Science research project
• SCM4210 Science project presentation
• SCM4220 Science honours coursework

These units consist of advanced-level coursework offered as discrete units and a research project completed with supervision by an academic staff member of the School of Science. The research project will culminate in the submission of a dissertation and an oral presentation.

The honours degree of Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)

This course provides a fourth year of advanced study and research training for students who have completed a Bachelor of Science (Environmental Management).

Students who have successfully qualified for the BSc(EnvMgt) pass degree, or equivalent, with distinction grade average (70 per cent) or above in 24 points of studies in relevant units at level three may apply to enter. These 24 points of studies will normally include at least 18 points of units in the area of study in which they wish to undertake honours. Students who have obtained an average of 65-69 per cent in their main third-year sequence may also be eligible for consideration if they have also obtained an average of at least 65 per cent in their remaining level-three units and the relevant head of school supports their application. Students in science double degrees must have completed at least 144 points of their studies including all core requirements of one of the science degrees before they may apply for entry to honours.

Upon completion of the honours year, students will have knowledge of science across a range of disciplines with a high level of understanding and appreciation in a broad spectrum of areas relating to environmental management. Graduates will have the skills to utilise sophisticated equipment, and to effectively communicate, liaise and cooperate with others in a multidisciplinary setting to work within and contribute to a team environment.

The specific requirements for the award of a degree with honours is dependant on the field of study but in general will include advanced coursework and specified assessment tasks, a thesis component and seminars/oral presentations.

Approved candidates complete the units:

• SCM4100 Science research project
• SCM4210 Science project presentation
• SCM4220 Science honours coursework

These units consist of advanced-level coursework offered as discrete units and a research project completed with supervision by an academic staff member of the School of Science. The research project will culminate in the submission of a dissertation and an oral presentation.

The honours degree of Bachelor of Science (Environmental Management)

This course provides a fourth year of advanced study and research training for students who have completed a Bachelor of Science (Medical Bioscience).

Students who have successfully qualified for the BSc(MedBioSci) pass degree, or equivalent, with a distinction grade average (70 per cent) or above in 24 points of studies in relevant units at level three may apply to enter. These 24 points of studies will normally include at least 18 points of units in the area of study in which they wish to undertake honours. Students who have obtained an average of 65-69 per cent in their main third-year sequence may also be eligible for consideration if they have also obtained an average of at least 65 per cent in their remaining level-three units and the relevant head of school supports their application. Students in science double degrees must have completed at least 144 points of their studies including all core requirements of one of the science degrees before they may apply for entry to honours.

Upon completion of the honours year, students will have knowledge of science across a range of disciplines with a high level of understanding and appreciation in a broad spectrum of areas relating to medical bioscience. Graduates will have the skills to utilise sophisticated equipment, and to effectively communicate, liaise and cooperate with others in a multidisciplinary setting to work within and contribute to a team environment.

The specific requirements for the award of a degree with honours is dependant on the field of study but in general will include advanced coursework and specified assessment tasks, a thesis component and seminars/oral presentations.

Approved candidates complete the units:

• SCM4100 Science research project
• SCM4210 Science project presentation
• SCM4220 Science honours coursework

These units consist of advanced-level coursework offered as discrete units and a research project completed with supervision by an academic staff member of the School of Science. The research project will culminate in the submission of a dissertation and an oral presentation.

Honours degree of Bachelor of Science (Medical Bioscience)

The course aims to provide students who have qualified for the Bachelor of Science (Science Scholar Program) with a higher level of experience in independent analysis and research in their chosen area of expertise. The degree with honours is awarded upon the successful completion of a program of advanced study including a supervised research project which will include a contribution to the knowledge of the subject by original work and a critical review of the literature. The BSc(ScSchProg)(Hons) has vocational aims but also provides preparation for higher degree studies.

Students who have successfully qualified for the BSc(ScSchProg) pass degree with a distinction grade average (70 per cent) or above in 24 points of studies in relevant units at level three may apply to enter. These 24 points of studies will normally include at least 18 points of units in the area of study in which they wish to undertake honours.

Graduates of the honours program will:

• be able to critically review the scientific literature in their specialist area of study
• understand the processes involved in the design, development and implementation of a relevant research project
• be able to complete and analyse a set of laboratory-based, computer-based, theoretical or other appropriate studies
• be proficient in computer based data acquisition (where appropriate), critical analysis of results, appropriate presentation, and scientific word processing
• demonstrate communication skills in both oral and written presentations to both a specialist and a non-specialist scientific audience, including the ability to write and present scientific work in a potentially publishable way
• have acquired a range of technical skills and attitudes appropriate to their area of study
• have demonstrated the capability to perform a variety of scientific procedures and techniques that are essential to the satisfactory completion and reporting of a research project
• have the demonstrated the potential to pursue higher studies and learning in their area of study
• have gained insight into the breadth and diversity of their discipline and its place within the broader scope of science.

The specific requirements for the award of a degree with honours is dependent on the field of study but in general will include advanced coursework and specified assessment tasks, a thesis component and seminars/oral presentations.

The honours course is available in most of the 'Science areas of study and sequences' listed in this handbook at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/undergrad/sci.html.

Schools are able to cater substantially for the interests of individual students, although there may be compulsory elements to be completed by all students in some areas of study. The work to be completed by a candidate will be as prescribed by the relevant head of school.

Further details about the requirements for honours in each field of study, along with faculty honours policies and guidelines are available at http://www.sci.monash.edu.au/honours.

The honours degree of Bachelor of Science (Science Scholar Program)