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Science Knowledge Foundations: Biology (SCIE10006)
Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
Overview
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Science is both a body of knowledge that attempts to explain the observable world, and a process by which to investigate it further. In this subject, students will develop a strong understanding of the nature of science as a body of knowledge, including the knowledge systems that have influenced its development. Students in this subject will have chosen to study the biological sciences, exploring fundamental concepts and their evidence base to understand both ‘what we know’ and ‘how we know’ in biology. As they build their knowledge in their chosen scientific discipline, they will apply this to real-world problems and research tasks. The subject is taught through a combination of in-class sessions and interactive online materials.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Articulate an understanding of the nature and basis of science including how it has been influenced by other schools of thought, including Indigenous Knowledges
- Demonstrate a sound understanding of fundamental knowledge and theory in the biological sciences
- Apply discipline specific knowledge and theory to propose and justify solutions to real-world problems
- Understand the societal contexts in which the acquisition and communication of scientific knowledge occurs
Generic skills
- Reflect on personal progress and engage in self-directed learning
- Use their planning and organisational skills to manage time and complete assigned tasks
- Apply a scientific approach to researching, evaluating, and synthesising information from a range of sources
- Demonstrate effective written communication of ideas
- Work respectfully and collaboratively with others to support the learning of the group
Last updated: 15 December 2025