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Bachelor of Biomedical ScienceUNDA Course Code 3041CRICOS Code
049306M2014
Bachelor of Laws course:
WHY STUDY AT NOTRE DAME?
The University of Notre Dame Australia is proud of its
smallclass sizes and caring community atmosphere. Committed tothe
excellence, social justice and pastoral care of students andstaff,
the University offers a uniquely personal approach toteaching and
learning. Notre Dame empowers students todevelop skills and
confidence in order to succeed in theirchosen field. Because Notre
Dame is a town university,students have access to all the social,
sporting and culturalactivities Fremantle has to offer, allowing
learning to be both aneducational and cultural experience.
The University emphasises the value of the whole person andthe
importance of maintaining an ethical and informed way ofliving. All
students undertake studies in Philosophy, Ethics and
Theology, exploring issues that go to the very heart
ofparticipation in public life, while developing valuable life
skills.These units are designed to broaden students
culturalunderstanding, business values and capacity to think
criticallyand act morally.INTRODUCTION
A Biomedical Science course at Notre Dame is a gateway to
arewarding career in a host of health-related fields and it
alsoprovides the foundation for advanced scientific
investigations.This course includes a general introduction to
biological scienceplus coverage of such topics as anatomy,
molecular and cellbiology, microbiology, biochemistry, genetics,
pathology,infectious disease, human physiology, immunology,
neuroscience and reproductive biology.
The Bachelor of Biomedical Science consists of a
prescribedseries of units that have been designed to develop in
students,a range of theoretical and practical skills that form
anappropriate basis for subsequent professional employment.
Itprepares students for postgraduate studies in areas such
asteaching (by undertaking a Master of Teaching) and research.This
degree is also excellent pre-clinical preparation forpostgraduate
studies in the health and/or medical fields, suchas Pharmacy,
Nutrition and Medicine. More specifically, itprovides foundation
studies for students planning to sit theGraduate Australian Medical
Schools Admissions Test(GAMSAT), which is a requirement for
admission to all
Australian graduate medical programs.
In addition to the particular scientific knowledge gained
throughin-depth study in this course, the degree aims to develop
instudents the capacity to:
Understand and apply modern scientific principles.
Retrieve and present scientific information, orally andin
writing, to both scientific and non-scientificaudiences.
Critically analyse information and solve problems.
Analyse and evaluate numerical data.
Work effectively as an individual and as a member of ateam.
Appreciate the role of science in society and the ethicalissues
it raises.
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Biomedical Science will
gain an understanding of the structure and the function of
thehuman body, from the molecular level to whole systems. Thecourse
has been designed to incorporate teaching in a numberof different
mediums and students will complete a specialprogram of workshops,
seminars and discussions coveringresearch in human biology and
health related areas. Provisionhas also been made for students to
include elective units insuch areas as counselling, conflict
resolution, accounting andmanagement.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The Bachelor of Biomedical Science consists of twenty-fourunits
as described below:
Core Curriculum Units: Introduction to Philosophy
Introduction to Theology
Ethics
Required Units:
Introduction to Biological Sciences
Human Structure and Function
Molecular and Cell Biology
Health Communications
Introduction to Physical Sciences
Anatomy and Physiology of Body Systems
Data Analysis and Experimental Design
Developmental Psychology Microbiology
Biochemistry
Physiology of Exercise
Human Genetics
Immunology
Pathology
Infectious Disease
Neuroscience
Reproductive Biology
Plus Three Electives
Students choose three units from Health Sciences, Arts
&Sciences, Business and Counselling.
Plus Industry Practicum
Biomedical Science Practicum (150 hours)
PRACTICAL COMPONENT
As part of the Biomedical Science degree students participate
ina practicum. This is a six week industry placement in an area
ofemployment related to their studies, which can lead to
valuablecontacts and employment opportunities. The University
willprovide assistance to locate internship providers in areas
suchas medical laboratories, health administration,
biomedicalresearch facilities and other appropriate settings.
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PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS OFFICEFor further information on The
University of Notre Dame Australia, contactthe Prospective Students
OfficeTel: (08) 9433 0533 FREECALL: 1800 640 500 Fax: (08) 9433
0544E-mail: [email protected] Internet: www.nd.edu.au23 High Street
(PO Box 1225), Fremantle Western Australia 6959
ADMISSIONS OFFICE
For further information on the admissions process at The
University ofNotre Dame Australia, contact the Admissions
OfficeTel: (08) 9433 0537 Fax: (08) 9433 0769Email:
[email protected] Internet: www.nd.edu.au21 High Street (PO Box
1225), Fremantle Western Australia 6959
Disclaimer: The information contained in this document was
correct at the time of publication but the University reserves the
right to make subsequent changes.For up-to-date information,
contact the Prospective Students Office. CRICOS Provider Code
01032F November 2013
HONOURS
Students achieving an overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of2.5 or
higher in second and third year of the course may beinvited to
complete a fourth Honours year. The Honoursprogram comprises of the
design and conduct of a researchproject and writing a research
dissertation. Students aresupervised in their research by a staff
member.
MODE OF STUDY AND ASSESSMENT
Students may undertake study as a part-time or full-time
student, commencing in first semester (February) or in
secondsemester (July), subject to unit availability. The assessment
ofcompetency in each unit consists of tutorial performance, anumber
of assignments or projects during the semester and afinal
examination.
STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITIES
Notre Dame has strong links with a number of universities inthe
United States and around the world. Students may have
theopportunity of completing part of their degree in
destinationsincluding Boston, Washing DC, Indiana and in
Europe.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Admission to The University of Notre Dame Australia is based
on the following criteria:
Personal qualities, motivation to study and
academicpotential
Contribution to church, school and community life
Academic record
Interview
School leaver minimum academic entry requirements:
Indicative minimum ATAR of 70
Other approved scores as indicated by the University
School leaver prospective students are strongly encouraged
tostudy both Mathematics and Science subjects in Year 12.
Mature age minimum academic entry requirements:
Successful completion of Notre Dames TertiaryEnabling Program or
Foundation Year program
One semester (FTE) success in an undergraduateuniversity
course
Certificate IV completed at a Registered TrainingOrganisation
(TAFE) or equivalent
STAT score of 145 or higher
Mature-age completion of two Year 12 WACE examswith a resulting
ATAR of 70
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
A Bachelor of Biomedical Science can open up an excitingrange of
career opportunities in areas as diverse as business,industry and
small to medium enterprise, government, teachingand research. With
an appropriate choice of electives, it canalso provide the basis
for employment in Health Administration,Health Education and
Biomedical Research Laboratories.Students interested in an even
broader range of career options,particularly in research and
education can extend their studiesby undertaking further
postgraduate or professional studies.
Some potential employment options may include:
Biochemist
Biomedical Scientist
Researcher
TeacherSecondary
Biomedical Sales and Administration
FURTHER INFORMATION
The information contained in this publication is designed as
abasic course description. If you would like further
information
regarding the course, or information pertaining to
admissions,fees or the University itself, please consult the Notre
DameProspectus. International students should refer to
theInternational Prospectus.
If you would like to view the University facilities please
contactthe Prospective Students Office on (08) 9433 0533 or
[email protected]
Visit the web site atwww.nd.edu.au
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