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Human Structure and Function
Bachelor of BiomedicineMajorYear: 2023
Human Structure and Function
Contact information
Coordinator
Dr. Jason Ivanusic,
Department of Anatomy and Neuroscience
Coordinator
Email: j.ivanusic@unimelb.edu.au
Currently enrolled students:
- General information: https://ask.unimelb.edu.au
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Future students:
- Further information: https://futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au
Overview
The Human Structure and Function Major will explain how the human body works, based on a deep understanding of the relationship between physiology and anatomy. The subjects are structured so that the anatomy (structure) and physiology (function) of the human body are taught in carefully integrated units that also introduce elements from pathology, pharmacology and zoology as relevant. It will suit students entering: medical and health related sciences, postgraduate research work in applied anatomy and physiology; teaching and research in University departments and in hospitals; with pharmaceutical companies; in media liaison, consultancies and scientific journalism.
Intended learning outcomes
Human Structure and Function Major Graduates will be able to:
- demonstrate a deep understanding of human structure (anatomy) and articulate how this relates to function;
- describe common variations in human structure and explain how different presentations of human anatomy can influence function;
- design and implement investigations of human structure and function, including but not limited to a program of cadaveric dissection;
- apply scientific methods, quantitative and research skills to investigate anatomical and physiological problems.
- work effectively in groups with people of diverse disciplinary and cultural backgrounds to investigate and solve broader biomedical problems facing humankind;
- discuss ethical issues relating to the use of human subjects, including cadavers, in research and teaching; and
- 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
Last updated: 3 May 2024
Structure
50 credit points
To obtain a major in Human Structure and Function students need to complete:
- 25 credit points of Human Structure and Function core subjects
- a minimum of 25 credit points of Human Structure and Function electives
Human Structure and Function core subjects
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
ANAT30007 | Human Locomotor Systems | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ANAT30008 | Viscera and Visceral Systems | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Human Structure and Function electives
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
NEUR30005 | Developmental Neurobiology | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CEDB30003 | Developmental Biology | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
OPTO30007 | Visual Neuroscience | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
PATH30001 | Mechanisms of Human Disease | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
NEUR30003 | Principles of Neuroscience | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
NEUR30002 | Neurophysiology: Neurons and Circuits | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
PATH30002 | Techniques for Investigation of Disease | Semester 1 (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) (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
PHYS30010 | Advanced Human Physiology | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
PHYS30011 | Clinical and Translational Physiology | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
PHYS30012 | Physiology: Adapting to Challenges | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Notes
A quota has been applied to both core subjects in this major.
Last updated: 3 May 2024