Biological Sciences (Advanced Science)

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Year

2010

Award

Bachelor of Biological Sciences (Advanced Science)

Length

3 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Campuses

Melbourne (Bundoora)

Course description

Designed specifically for students intending to proceed to a career in biological research and development in universities and government, or private commercial research institutions, this course allows students to gain experience in leading-edge scientific research, working as a member of a research team, as a portion of each year's laboratory component is undertaken within active research laboratories under the supervision of a staff research group.

Other key features include limited places, a project-management environment, provision of postgraduate mentors, a seminar program presented by international researchers, and the development of research-based communication and presentation skills.

Students also have access to the Faculty Industry Cadetship Program and mentoring programs.

Course structure

First-year studies include organisation and function of cells, animal diversity, ecology and behaviour, genetics, human biology and evolution, plant science, chemistry, and 45 credit points of electives.

Handbook

Melbourne (Bundoora)

Major areas of study

Biochemistry, biology, botany, ecology, genetics, microbiology, zoology, cell and molecular biology, conservation, human biology, biotechnology.

Overseas study opportunities

Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information

Application

VTAC

Fee type

Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)

Scholarships

Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/prospective/uniwide/index.html

Additional costs (AUD)

Students will need to buy a laboratory coat ( approximately A$30) and dissecting kit -(approximately A$40). These may be purchased from any supplier and become students' personal property. Additional costs for field trips (for food, accommodation, travel) may also apply.

Middle Band

Successful completion of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematical Methods (either), Specialist Mathematics, or Physics facilitates an additional 1.5 aggregate points per study, to a maximum of 3 points. Performance in prerequisite studies is also considered.

Selection

Melbourne (Bundoora): ENTER 88.00

Extra requirements

Mature-Age Entry: Multiple Choice STAT and other requirements. Call 1300 135 045 for more information.

Non-Year 12 applicants may complete the VTAC Pi form, and may also be required to complete a maths test or bridging program. Contact (03) 9479 2591 or sci.tech@latrobe.edu.au for more information.

Prerequisites

VCE Units 3 & 4: English (any).
NSW HSC: English.

Semester starts

Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)

Additional information

Students performing well in the Bachelor of Biological Sciences (normally achieving an average of 80% or more in a year) are eligible to transfer to the Advanced Science degree.

Career opportunities

This course is targeted towards careers in biological research and development in universities, government research institutions, private and commercial research and development institutions. Depending on their specialisation, graduates may obtain work in a wide range of biological disciplines - see the Bachelor of Biological Sciences for details.

Course URL

http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scitecheng/prospective/undergraduate.html

Contact information

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All students may pay a Voluntary General Service Fee.
Most international students must pay for Overseas Student Health Cover