C09023v3 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Science
Award(s): Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Science (BSc(Hons))CRICOS code: 043284E
Commonwealth supported place?: Yes
Load credit points: 48
Course EFTSL: 1
Location: City campus
Overview
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Other information
Overview
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Science offers training in research and introduces advanced areas of study in biomedical science.
This course provides students with a unique opportunity to undertake original research and gain in-depth knowledge in a particular field of biomedical science. Honours students have access to staff that are leading researchers and experts in their field. Undertaking an honours course allows students to explore their research potential and develop research skills. Honours also provides a pathway for students interested in pursuing postgraduate studies at masters and PhD level, and enhances graduate's career and study options.
Career options
Graduates work within research positions in the diagnostic medical laboratories, pharmaceutical, biomedical and biotechnology industries. Graduates may pursue a career in biomedical research in hospitals or other research institutes.
Course intended learning outcomes
| 1.1 | Apply: Use advanced contemporary technologies for the collection and analysis of data and apply evidence-based practice at all levels of laboratory investigation. |
| 1.2 | Analyse: Inspect and evaluate normal physiology and how it differs during disease processes. |
| 1.3 | Synthesise: Adapt complex disciplinary skills and techniques to other disciplines and other areas of study, in particular, the specialisations of cellular pathology, microbiology, and host responses or biochemistry and molecular diagnostics. |
| 2.1 | Apply: Employ robust and rigorous scientific method in the investigation of disease and undertake laboratory work based on world’s best practice. |
| 2.2 | Analyse: Be guided by extensive knowledge of the current literature to critically appraise published information and recognize gaps of knowledge in the field. |
| 2.3 | Synthesise: Critically discriminate facts to synthesise significant findings from a range of complex data types. |
| 3.1 | Apply: Demonstrate familiarity in established techniques, new technologies and modern instrumentation, considering the appropriate quality control measures at all stages of the diagnostic process. |
| 3.2 | Analyse: Engage in work practices that demonstrate a nuanced understanding of health and safety requirements, good ethical conduct, risk management, organisation skills, record keeping and the regulatory framework of specific laboratory, especially in relation to specialised discipline areas. |
| 3.3 | Synthesise: Evaluate and articulate the role of science within a global culture and explain complex issues where the methods and findings of science are relevant. |
| 4.1 | Apply: Demonstrate the judgement ad use of a range of appropriate tools and an aptitude to create a flexible and adaptable approach to ongoing learning. |
| 4.2 | Analyse: Demonstrate creative and lateral thinking within a structured discipline by extending the principles of biomedical science to a broader context. |
| 4.3 | Synthesise: Confidently engage in individual and independent learning strategies, and be able to contribute to a team to deliver meaningful and well-developed outcomes. |
| 5.1 | Apply: Use a variety of tools, such as written reports, oral and visual presentations, graphical or statistical analysis to communicate complex concepts in both lay and professional settings. |
| 5.2 | Analyse: Recognize the ‘audience’ and be able to communicate with a diversity of audiences by accurately using plain, professional, and where necessary, specialist language in the communication of ideas. |
| 5.3 | Synthesise: Develop the capacity to disseminate complex scientific information in the most appropriate manner in a variety of professional contexts. |
| 6.1 | Apply: Identify how diagnostic procedures impact Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities. |
| 6.2 | Analyse: Examine the unique health needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. |
| 6.3 | Synthesise: Incorporate knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities when engaging as professionals in the health sector, as technicians, practitioners and colleagues. |
Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline at an appropriate level.
The honours program is normally open to students who have attained at least a credit average over the final two-thirds of the undergraduate program.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Course duration and attendance
The course is offered on a one-year, full-time basis.
Course structure
The major component of the course is a research project that extends over the full duration of the course and normally takes the form of an experimental or analytical investigation, undertaken either in the laboratory or the field. Candidates may also be required to undertake one or more critical reviews of the scientific literature in designated areas and to attend formal classes devoted to advanced coursework. The results of the project are presented in an oral seminar and in a written thesis, both of which are formally assessed.
Course completion requirements
| 91103 Honours FT (Medical and Molecular Bioscience) 1 | 24cp | |
| 91104 Honours FT (Medical and Molecular Bioscience) 2 | 24cp | |
| Total | 48cp |
Course program
The course commences in either Autumn or Spring session. The program shown assumes full-time attendance. Not all subjects may be available.
| Autumn commencing | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 91103 Honours FT (Medical and Molecular Bioscience) 1 | 24cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 91104 Honours FT (Medical and Molecular Bioscience) 2 | 24cp | |
| Spring commencing | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Spring session | ||
| 91103 Honours FT (Medical and Molecular Bioscience) 1 | 24cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 91104 Honours FT (Medical and Molecular Bioscience) 2 | 24cp | |
Other information
Further information is available from:
UTS Student Centre
telephone 1300 ask UTS (1300 275 887)
or +61 2 9514 1222
Ask UTS
Further information regarding honours, including available projects and the application process, is available from UTS: Science.