Bachelor of Applied Science (Biological and Medical Sciences)

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Course requirements

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Gippsland campus or distance education

Course code: ABSCDG

This is a laboratory-based course with major studies in microbiology and biochemistry, complemented by minor studies in cell biology, human biology, instrumental science, analytical chemistry, mathematics and computing. Students receive a thorough grounding in basic biochemical and microbiological techniques, the biological actions of macromolecules; cultivation, handling, identification and control of microorganisms and cellular metabolism. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in a variety of industrial and government settings, particularly where priority is given to medical research and diagnosis.

Course requirements

Within the BAppSc regulations, students complete the biochemistry and microbiology major sequences plus subjects GAS1281, GAS1282, GAS1383, GAS2281, GAS2282.

Level 1

GAS1062
GAS1185 and GAS1186
GAS1281 and GAS1282
GAS1383
GAS1613 (or GAS1601 in appropriate cases)
GCO1831 (or alternative first-level computing subject)
GAS1631 recommended

Level 2

GAS2062
GAS2121 and GAS2122
GAS2141 and GAS2142
GAS2281 and GAS2282
six points electives

Level 3

GAS3121 and GAS3122
GAS3141 and GAS3142
GAS1030
eighteen points electives (GAS3062 is suggested)

Note: of the twenty-four points of electives, at least twelve points must be at second or third-year levels.

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