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Monash University Handbook 2010Undergraduate areas of study by faculty: Medicine, Nursing and Health SciencesMedicine, Nursing and Health Sciences aos collation-ug-byfaculty-med Ambulance and paramedic studiesAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.
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DescriptionAs a result of a Victorian state government decision to mainstream ambulance paramedic education, Monash University sought and won the contract to provide ambulance paramedic education for ambulance services in Victoria. To meet these responsibilities, the university created the Department of Community Emergency Health and Paramedic Practice (DCEHPP) within the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences on the Peninsula campus. Ambulance and paramedic studies incorporate both theory and practical units of study. The courses are student-oriented, offering units with as much flexibility as possible, encompassing a wide range of teaching and learning techniques. Students complete observer shifts in the ambulance field in their first year. Clinical placements in various community settings, hospital departments and the ambulance field are an integral part of the second and third year of degree. Students are required to complete these placements in both metropolitan and rural settings. UnitsFor the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course. Relevant CoursesBehavioural neuroscienceAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionBehavioural neuroscience is an exciting biomedical science that addresses the biological basis of behaviour and cognition. In recent years there has been a rapid expansion of knowledge concerning the biochemical, anatomical and physiological correlates of brain function and dysfunction. This knowledge has substantially enhanced our understanding of the way the brain influences behaviour and cognition, and vice versa. Behavioural Neuroscience is taught as a multidisciplinary program providing a unique opportunity to study behavioural neuroscience in combination with psychology and the biomedical sciences. Through site visits and discussions with clinicians, students will acquire an appreciation of the central role that neuroscience plays in the treatment of neurological and psychiatric disorders. Students will gain practical laboratory skills. They will also learn to record, analyse and critically evaluate scientific data, and learn how to present their findings as oral, written or web-based reports. UnitsFor the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course. Relevant CoursesBiomedical scienceAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionBiomedical science is an interdisciplinary area of study and includes aspects of anatomy, biochemistry, cell biology, clinical medicine, epidemiology, genetics, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, pharmacology and preventive medicine, and physiology. The core units in this area of study have been designed to provide the student with the skills necessary to understand and investigate the functions of humans and other mammals and include aspects of the traditional biomedical sciences. Biomedical science at Monash includes major contributions from many of the departments of the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences and the Faculty of Science. Students also have the opportunity to study elective units from a wide range of faculties including the faculties of Arts, Business and Economics, Information Technology, and Science. UnitsFor the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the relevant course. Relevant Courses
Biotechnology (MED)All areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionThe Bachelor of Biotechnology is a four-year program that is offered by three faculties - Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences , Science and Engineering, with support from the faculties of Arts, Information Technology, Business and Economics, Law, and Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science. The program was developed following extensive consultation with employers, consultants to the biotechnology industry, the Victorian Government, careers teachers and leaders of biotechnology programs at other universities. The course provides graduates with a strong foundation in the 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. UnitsStudents 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:
Sequence requirementsAt 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 application and commercialisation aspects of biotechnology, or a program of advanced coursework. Relevant Courses3527 Bachelor of Biotechnology Health scienceAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.
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DescriptionHealth science offers major study options in health promotion and health policy and management. In addition, students may select a minor sequence in bioscience. Graduates will find employment in hospitals, health networks, community organisations, and public health in government and related organisations in local, national and international agencies. Undergraduate studies in health science can provide a preparation for graduate entry into medical or physiotherapy degree courses, nutrition and dietetics, or chiropractic, or postgraduate qualifications in hospital management or public health. UnitsFor the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course. Relevant CoursesMedicineAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionThe normal way for a person to become a medical practitioner in Victoria is by doing a university course leading to the degrees of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS). The graduate is then eligible for provisional registration by the Medical Practitioners Board of Victoria. After serving a compulsory internship year in an approved hospital, he/she is eligible for final registration in Victoria, and for registration in other states of Australia. The Australian Medical Council (AMC) has the responsibility for the accreditation of medical schools in Australia. UnitsThe course follows four main themes:
Medicine coursesMonash University offers the MBBS to school leavers via studies at its Clayton and Sunway campuses, and also offers a graduate entry Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery. Graduate entry program students will need to have completed (or be in the process of completing) a three year degree (or equivalent qualification) obtained from an Australian university or recognised (as determined by Monash University) international higher education institution. The course is a four year full-time course offered at the Gippsland campus. The same registration provisions apply for this graduate entry course as for the undergraduate program. Relevant CoursesNursing and midwiferyAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.
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DescriptionNursing and midwifery at Monash provides national and international leadership in nursing and midwifery education and research. A full range of courses is offered, from undergraduate through to postgraduate, using a variety of learning/teaching modes that encourage flexible approaches to learning and discovery. UnitsFor the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course. Relevant CoursesNutrition and dieteticsAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.
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DescriptionStudies in nutrition and dietetics provide a strong biomedical science training and understanding of the role of food in our society. Graduates will be well equipped to meet a broad range of vocational and academic opportunities and challenges. Intensive full-time clinical experience in a range of settings is provided as well as a rural placement, and studies in health promotion and public health, and a major program planning placement is undertaken. It is expected that graduates of Monash's bachelor degrees nutrition and dietetics will be eligible for membership of the Dietitians Association of Australia and can apply for Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) status. UnitsFor the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course. Relevant CoursesOccupational therapyAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.
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DescriptionThe occupational therapy curriculum taught at Monash uses a combination of traditional and scenario-based learning and teaching methods and incorporates knowledge from the disciplines of occupational science as well as biomedical, behavioural and social sciences. UnitsFor the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course. Relevant Courses3869 Bachelor of Occupational Therapy PhysiotherapyAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.
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DescriptionPhysiotherapy is concerned with the prevention, treatment and ongoing management of injury and disease. Physiotherapists manage the health of people across the lifespan - from the very young to the very old. Physiotherapy studies include, but are not restricted to, aspects of sports physiotherapy, post-surgical care, trauma and emergency care and the management of strokes and neurological disorders in adults and children. In physiotherapy studies at Monash, fundamental biomedical and behavioural sciences are introduced alongside the foundations of physiotherapy practice and research in the context of a case based approach to learning. Students also engage in inter-professional education, where theylearn from and about other health disciplines to assist the knowledge and development of professional roles and team work in the clinical setting. As studies progress, the emphasis moves to a clinical focus and learning is undertaken primarily in the clinical environment where students gain knowledge and practical experience in the delivery of physiotherapy as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team. Successful completion of the Bachelor of Physiotherapy makes students eligible to register with the Australian Physiotherapy Council and practice throughout Australia. UnitsFor the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course. Sequence requirementsClinical education is undertaken in a range of clinical settings, with clinical challenges increasing from year 3 to 4. Students complete 37 weeks of full-time clinical education throughout the course. Paediatric and elective units form part of year 4. All students undertake a component of clinical education in a rural location. An honours stream is also available. Relevant CoursesPsychology (MED)All areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionCurriculumThe Monash psychology curriculum is based on the principle that training in the discipline of psychology should follow the scientist-practitioner model, where learning about professional practice is taught within the scientific perspective. Students are then able to make informed choices about psychology-related careers and further training at the fourth year and postgraduate level. Accredited majorThe School of Psychology, Psychiatry and Psychological Medicine, offer students an undergraduate psychology program comprising of a 60-point major sequence which is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and approved for registration purposes by the Psychologists Registration Board of Victoria. This program provides an avenue to further study in psychology and to the training required to practise as a psychologist. It provides the option of proceeding to a degree with honours or into postgraduate programs of study. The 60-point accredited major sequence may be taken in the Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Behavioural Neuroscience, Bachelor of Psychology (with honours), Bachelor of Psychology and Business, Bachelor of Behavioural Science, Bachelor of Psychology and Management/Marketing, Bachelor of Arts and some Bachelor of Arts degrees with specialisations. Non-accredited majorA 48-point major in psychology may be sufficient to satisfy the requirements for a major sequence in any of the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science, single or double degrees, but is not APAC-accredited and will not permit entry to fourth-year programs in psychology. OfferingsThe school offers a common psychology curriculum across all campuses and modes of study. The undergraduate psychology program is taught on-campus, in flexible learning mode (with on-campus laboratory classes and lecture content taught through study notes and web-based material), and in the off-campus learning mode, with compulsory on-campus attendance. At Caulfield, Clayton, Gippsland, South Africa and Sunway campus, Malaysia, the program is taught on-campus. Caulfield offers some evening as well as day classes. At Peninsula campus, the first year of the program is taught on-campus, and the second and third years are taught in flexible learning mode. At Berwick campus, only the first-year program is offered, and this is in flexible learning mode. Therefore, study in later years needs to be undertaken at another campus or in the off-campus mode. UnitsCore units
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Sequence requirementsStudents wishing to take the APAC-accredited major sequence in psychology must complete 10 six-point units (nine core units and one elective unit) from the lists of units offered. Students may take an elective unit at second year, and up to four elective units at third year. Some third-year electives may be undertaken at second year, providing prerequisites and corequisites are met. The electives offered may vary from year to year depending on staff availability. Relevant CoursesPsychology can be studied in many undergraduate courses offered by different faculties. Note: Double degrees are grouped under the faculty heading corresponding to the component of the double degree in which the major is available. Faculty of Arts
Faculty of Business and EconomicsFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Faculty of Science
* Psychology can only form the major in only one component of this double degree. Radiography and medical imagingAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionThe Department of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences is committed to providing students with an excellent education in the field of radiography. The overall aim of the Bachelor of Radiography and Medical Imaging is to prepare students for effective and ethical professional practice in a diverse range of modern medical imaging modalities and to pursue careers in medical imaging, research and management. Students will be actively encouraged to engage in a process of lifelong learning and contribute to the development of radiography as a research-based profession. In keeping with community expectations of health care professionals, a commitment to high professional standards will be expected from students. The course provides students with a wide range of academic and clinical experiences. In all its aspects, the course conforms to the expectations the Australian Institute of Radiography (AIR) has of its graduate practitioners. The Bachelor of Radiography and Medical Imaging has been accredited by the Australian Institute of Radiography (AIR). Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as radiographers with the Medical Radiation Practitioners Board of Victoria. UnitsStudents study a program of units covering topics including:
For the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course. Relevant Courses1963 Bachelor of Radiography and Medical Imaging Social workAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionThe purpose of the Bachelor of Social Work is to equip social work graduates with a sound general foundation for beginning social work practice. Social Work at Monash seeks to comply with, and where possible exceed, the minimum requirements established by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) for social work educational courses leading to a first qualification in social work. The Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Social Work aims to combine a professional qualification in social work with the achievement of an arts degree. The latter develops students' knowledge and capacity for critical analysis in a wide range of arts disciplines. UnitsFor the schedule of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course. Relevant Courses |
