This plan is for an Advanced Science study plan of Microbiology within program 3972.

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.

Note: Higher level CHEM courses may be taken in place of CHEM1011 or CHEM1021 and a higher level MATH course may substitute MATH1041.


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At Least 6 UOC from:

Note: BIOS2021 may be taken at a higher level.


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Recommended: SCIF3001 Exchange Program with National University of Singapore for (northern) Summer Session (6 UOC) and BABS3006 or SCIF2041 Research Internship A. (6 UOC)


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And 6 UOC from:

Note: MICR3021, BIOS3071 or BIOT3011 may be taken at a higher level.


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Recommended: BABS3301 Biochemestry Laboratory Project (Advanced) (6 UOC) or SCIF3041 Research Internship B. (6 UOC)


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