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Microbiology - MICRB13449
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Plan Outline
Plan Structure

Plan Summary

 
Faculty: Faculty of Arts&Social Science
 
 
School: School of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Science
 
 
Contact:  http://www.babs.unsw.edu.au/
 
 
Program: 3449 - Music/Science(Advanced)
 
 
Award(s):
 
 
Bachelor of Science (Advanced) (Major)
 
 

Plan Outline

This plan is for a Microbiology major within the Bachelor of Science (Advanced) program. It is comprised of 132 UOC of courses as listed below. Students need to ensure that all other program requirements are met as per the 3449 Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of Science (Advanced) program rules such that a total of 240 UOC is completed.

Microbiology is the scientific study of the smallest forms of life: bacteria, viruses, archaea, fungi and protozoa. These fascinating organisms impact on our lives in many ways. On the negative side they cause disease in humans, animals and plants and spoil our food. However, microorganisms are also of great benefit; indeed, microorganisms are the key participants in the turnover of nutrients and elements and are the main producers of carbon and biomass. They turn the biological wheels on this globe and are responsible for sustainability of life. They also contribute to a better environment via recycling of organic wastes, maintenance of soil fertility and biodegradation of pollutants. Many foodstuffs, beverages, pharmaceuticals and other products of biotechnology are products of microbial action.

The genetic engineering of microorganisms is a fundamental aspect of molecular biology and the way of the future.

Microbiology also provides an excellent training in the scientific method and scientific communication. We aim to provide an undergraduate training that serves as a starting point for many careers within our discipline and beyond.

An energetic Honours program provides experience of scientific research and aims to further develop a wide range of skills.

Plan Structure

Stage 1
PLUS at least 6 UoC selected from:
PLUS either
Or
PLUS at least 6 UoC Level 1 Mathematics selected from:

Stage 2
PLUS 6 UoC selected from:
PLUS at least 6 UoC selected from:
Recommended elective: SCIF2041 Research Internship A (6 UOC)

Stage 3
6 UoC selected from:
PLUS
PLUS 12 UoC comprising at least 6 UoC selected from:
And 6 UoC selected from:

Stage 4
48 UoC (taken over two sessions each consisting of (24 UOC)

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