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Biochemistry and Pharmacology
Bachelor of Science (Degree with Honours)Informal specialisationYear: 2025
Biochemistry and Pharmacology
Contact information
Coordinators
Academic Coordinator:
Dr David Stroud
david.stroud@unimelb.edu.au
Administrative Coordinator:
biomedsci-gradstudent@unimelb.edu.au
Currently enrolled students:
Overview
The Honours degree in Biochemistry and Pharmacology 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 (e.g., 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 Pharmacology (or related discipline) and obtained an average of at least 3rd class Honours in their third year.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this Honours program, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge about major advances in biomedical research in the discipline of Biochemistry or Pharmacology
- Articulate the methods, findings and context of research and data using a scientific style of writing
- Articulate the methods, findings and context of research and data in oral presentations
- Critically evaluate the findings and context in scientific articles
- Apply experimental design and statistics in a research project
- Work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, to generate research data
- Identify and follow the principles of ethical scientific practice.
Last updated: 28 January 2025
Structure
100 credit points
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 (12.5 points)
- BIOM40001 Introduction to Biomedical Research (12.5 points)
- Biochemistry & Pharmacology Research (75 points) (BCMB40009 and BCMB40010 OR BCMB40013 and BCMB40014)
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 | Biochemistry & Pharmacology Coursework | February (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
BIOM40001 | Introduction To Biomedical Research |
February (On Campus - Parkville)
March (On Campus - Parkville)
July (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
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 & Pharmacology Research 1 | Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville) |
25 |
BCMB40010 | Biochemistry & Pharmacology Research 2 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
50 |
Students who commence in August (mid year) will complete:
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
BCMB40011 | Biochemistry & Pharmacology Research 1 | No longer available | |
BCMB40012 | Biochemistry & Pharmacology Research 2 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
25 |
Links
https://biomedicalsciences.unimelb.edu.au/departments/biochemistry
Last updated: 28 January 2025