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Cell and Developmental Biology
Bachelor of BiomedicineMajorYear: 2022
Cell and Developmental Biology
Contact information
Coordinator
Dr Charlotte Clark
Email: charlotte.clark@unimelb.edu.au
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Overview
This major provides students with broad understanding of cell structure and function and explores genetic, molecular and cellular mechanisms of development in a range of organisms and experimental models. It highlights the research methodologies used and how knowledge is applied to improve the human condition. Students should develop specialist skills in understanding cellular processes and experimental approaches used to investigate them. They should also develop generic skills in integrating information from diverse fields, communication and presentation of information, teamwork and independent learning that will equip them for a range of careers in research, biotechnology, government agencies, agriculture, medico-legal and journalism.
Intended learning outcomes
Cell & Developmental Biology Major Graduates will be able to:
- explain a broad range of cell and developmental biology concepts, with particular emphasis on cellular mechanisms that underlie some of the processes that lead to formation of living organisms from a single fertilised cell.
- apply scientific methods, quantitative skills and research skills to investigate cell and developmental biology problems.
- discuss ethical issues in cell and developmental biology research, particularly in relation to stem cells, in vitro fertilisation and assisted reproductive technologies.
- analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide range of sources in order to communicate ideas, concepts and construct arguments for both expert and non-expert audiences; and
- work collaboratively in diverse groups on activities within or outside the laboratory.
Last updated: 3 May 2024
Structure
50 credit points
To obtain a major in Cell and Developmental Biology students need to complete:
50 credit points of prescribed Level 3 subjects including
- 12.5 credit points of Cell and Developmental Biology core subjects
- between 12.5 and 37.5 credit points of Cell and Developmental Biology selectives
- a maximum of 25 credit points of Cell and Developmental Biology electives
Cell and Developmental Biology core subjects
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| CEDB30002 | Concepts in Cell & Developmental Biology | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Cell and Developmental Biology selectives
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL30001 | Reproductive Physiology | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| CEDB30003 | Developmental Biology | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| CEDB30004 | Stem Cells in Development & Regeneration | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| BOTA30005 | Plant Molecular Biology & Biotechnology | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| BTCH30003 | Biotechnology in Practice | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| BCMB30003 | Molecular Aspects of Cell Biology | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Cell and Developmental Biology electives
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCMB30002 | Functional Genomics and Bioinformatics | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| BCMB30004 | Cell Signalling and Neurochemistry | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| BIOL30002 | Experimental Reproductive Physiology | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| BIOM30003 | Biomedical Science Research Project |
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Summer Term (Off Campus)
Semester 1 (Early-Start) (Off Campus)
Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Early-Start) (Off Campus)
Semester 2 (Early-Start) (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
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12.5 |
| GENE30002 | Genes: Organisation and Function | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MIIM30002 | Principles of Immunology | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| NEUR30005 | Developmental Neurobiology | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| NEUR30002 | Neurophysiology: Neurons and Circuits | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| PATH30001 | Mechanisms of Human Disease | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| GENE30005 | Human and Medical Genetics | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Last updated: 3 May 2024