Biological Sciences
This course information is for local students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of Biological Sciences
Length
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Campuses
Melbourne, Albury-Wodonga
Course description
Biology is the study of all forms of life animals, plants, fungi and microbes at ecological, organism, cellular and molecular levels. It is the foundation for many areas of applied science, including medical science, agricultural science and horticulture, animal husbandry, ecology, conservation biology and biotechnology. This course emphasises hands-on experience, with equal time given to lectures and practical classes including use of the Melbourne Wildlife Sanctuary at the Melbourne (Bundoora) campus. An Honours year is available.
Students also have access to the Faculty Industry Cadetship Program and mentoring programs, which vary by course and campus. Visit Faculty website for more details.
Work has commenced on the $230-million Centre for AgriBiosciences and the $90-million La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science. Once completed, these Centres will expand laboratory facilities as well as teaching and research opportunities for La Trobe's science students.
Course structure
Half of first year involves an introduction to core areas of biology - organisation and function of cells, diversity and biology of animals, plants and microbes, genetics and evolution - and an introduction to chemistry. Students can take other subjects from other science disciplines or other from disciplines in the University. In later years, students major in two areas, choosing from biochemistry, microbiology, cell and molecular biology, genetics, human biology, ecology and conservation, botany, and zoology.
Handbook
Major areas of study
Biochemistry, biology, botany, ecology, genetics, microbiology, zoology, cell and molecular biology, conservation, human biology, and biotechnology.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
Melbourne (Bundoora): VTAC
Albury-Wodonga: VTAC/UAC
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.htmlAdditional costs (AUD)
Depending on the subjects chosen, approximate costs include: laboratory coat - A$30, dissecting kit - 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, Specialist Mathematics, or Physics facilitates an additional 1.5 aggregate points per study, to a maximum of 3 points. In addition, re-ranking is based on criteria associated with the La Trobe University Rural and Regional Student Access Scheme, and performance in prerequisite studies.
Selection
Melbourne (Bundoora): ENTER 54.85
Albury-Wodonga: ENTER 50.75
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 at the Albury-Wodonga campus must transfer to the Melbourne (Bundoora) campuses after successful completion of their first year.
Career opportunities
Depending on their specialisation, graduates may find work in a wide range of biological disciplines, including: bacteriology, biochemistry, biotechnology, botany, cytology, ecology, electron microscopy, embryology, entomology, environmental biology, forensic science, genetics, immunology, marine biology, mammalogy, molecular biology, mycology, animal and plant physiology, phycology, plant breeding, plant pathology, taxonomy, virology, zoology, medical science, secondary school teaching, microbiology.
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scitecheng/prospective/undergraduate.html
Contact information
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Albury-Wodonga: Department of Environmental Management and Ecology, (02) 6024 9885.
All students may pay a
Voluntary General Service Fee.
Most international students must pay for
Overseas Student Health Cover