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Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Bachelor of Biomedicine (Degree with Honours)Informal specialisationYear: 2018
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Contact information
Coordinator
Dr Justine Mintern
Coordinator:
Dr Justine Mintern
jmintern@unimelb.edu.au
Administrative Coordinator:
BiomedSci-AcademicServices@unimelb.edu.au
Currently enrolled students:
Overview
The Honours degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is a one-year, full-time course of advanced study (25%) and research (75%). Completion of Honours allows students to continue onto higher degree study (eg PhD) and provides intensive practical training in current experimental techniques, the opportunity to develop oral and written communication skills and the experience of working in an active, multidisciplinary research environment. Most students start their studies at the beginning of Semester one (February), although mid-year entry (August) is also a possibility. Entry is by merit and open to Science/Biomedical graduates who have completed a major in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (or related discipline), and obtained an average of at least 3rd class Honours in their third year.
Intended learning outcomes
- Extend knowledge of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and related areas
- Enhance ability to find and critically assess existing scientific information
- Develop skills in communication
- Experience research with the advice and guidance of one of the research groups within or affiliated with the department.
By the end of the year it is expected that you will have learnt from first-hand experience how to formulate questions, design and conduct experiments, analyse and evaluate data, and write a scientific paper/report.
Last updated: 31 January 2025
Structure
The Honours program consists of 100 credit points completed over 12 months full time (or part time equivalent) comprising of two (2) Advanced Coursework subjects and a Research Project.
To be awarded Honours with a specialisation in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, students must successfully complete the following:
- BCMB40002 Advanced Studies in Biochemistry (25 points)
- Biochemistry Research Project (75 points) (BCMB40009 and BCMB40010 or BCMB40011 and BCMB40012)
There are no elective subjects in this Honours program.
Subject Options
Coursework Component
Students must complete 25 credit points of advanced coursework subjects. This is achieved by enrolling in the following subject in the appropriate semester.
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
BCMB40002 | Advanced Studies in Biochemistry | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
25 |
Research Component
Students must complete a total of 75 credit points of research across the duration of the Honours program.
Students who commence in February (start year) will complete:
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
BCMB40009 | Biochemistry Research Project Part 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
25 |
BCMB40010 | Biochemistry Research Project Part 2 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
50 |
Students who commence in August (mid year) will complete:
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
BCMB40011 | Biochemistry Research Project Part 1 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
50 |
BCMB40012 | Biochemistry Research Project Part 2 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
25 |
Links
http://www.biochemistry.unimelb.edu.au/
Last updated: 31 January 2025