Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Unit

BIO4200 - Advanced coursework in biology

12 points, SCA Band 0 (NATIONAL PRIORITY), 0.250 EFTSL

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Level	Undergraduate
Faculty	Faculty of Science
Offered	Clayton Full year 2011 (Day) Clayton Second semester to First semester 2011 (Day)
Coordinator(s)	Dr Tim Cavagnaro (Semester 1), Dr Dave Chapple (Semester 2)

Synopsis

Students submit an essay on an advanced topic in biology that is distinct from the topic of the BIO4100/GEN4100 research project. In addition, they will attend lectures and complete practice exercises in Advanced Data Analysis. Candidates may commence the honours year at the beginning of either first or second semester. Further information is available from the course coordinator and at a meeting held with prospective students during second semester of third year.

Assessment

Essay: 50%
Lectures and exercises in Advanced Data Analysis: 50%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Tim Cavagnaro (First semester)
Dr Dave Chapple (Second semester)

Prerequisites

BIO3011 or by permission of the Head of School

Co-requisites

BIO4100 or GEN4100