Course

Bachelor of Biomolecular Science

Approved Abbreviation: BBiomolecSc

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Western Sydney University Course Code: 3632.1

CRICOS Code: 060301A

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Students should follow the course structure for the course version relevant to the year they commenced. This version applies to students whose commencement year in this course was 2008 & 2009.

This degree equips students with specialised knowledge and understanding of the molecular basis of human health and disease. After undertaking a common first year, students select a Key Program in Human Molecular Biology or Pharmaceutical Chemistry.

Human Molecular Biology emphasises recent discoveries in molecular and cell biology relevant to human health and disease - molecular biology and functional genomics, protein science, proteomics, human metabolism, genetics, cell signalling and molecular immunology.

Pharmaceutical Chemistry emphasises the applications of chemistry for human health – biomolecular dynamics and pharmacokinetics, coordination chemistry, drug design, development, and analysis.

A range of alternate and elective units enable students to expand their knowledge in specific disciplines or develop research skills through individual projects.

The degree prepares graduates for a wide range of employment prospects as professional scientists in analytical, diagnostic and research laboratories, in science communication, technical sales and secondary science education, and provides a suitable foundation for entry into postgraduate research and coursework programs.

Study Mode
Three years full-time.

Advanced standing

Applications for advanced standing will be assessed in accordance with current UWS policy.

Accreditation
The Bachelor of Biomolecular Science (Pharmaceutical Chemistry) is accredited by The Royal Australian Chemical Institute Incorporated (RACI).

Admission

Students normally apply through the Universities Admission Centre (UAC). HSC level Chemistry and Mathematics studies are assumed.

International applicants should contact International Office for details on admission. Contact information for the International Office is available via the UWS website.

http://uws.edu.au/international

Course Structure

Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 240 credit points including the units listed in the recommended sequence below.

All students study the same units in Year 1, and then select a Key Program for study in Years 2 and 3.

Recommended Sequence

Full Time

Year 1

Autumn session

300539

Biodiversity

300554

Principles of Chemistry

300558

Physics 1

Choose one of

200191

Fundamentals of Mathematics

200189

Concepts of Mathematics

Spring session

300543

Cell Biology

300550

Medicinal Chemistry

300541

Biomolecular Frontiers

And one elective

Year 2 and Year 3

Students select a Key Program of study for years 2 and 3

KP3632HMB

Human Molecular Biology

KP3632PC

Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Sub-major elective spaces

Elective units may be used toward obtaining an additional approved sub-major (40 credit points). Western Sydney University offers sub-majors in a range of areas including Sustainability and Indigenous Studies.

Elective units may be used toward obtaining an additional approved sub-major (40 credit points).

Search for sub-majors

Western Sydney University offers sub-majors in a range of areas including Sustainability and Indigenous Studies.

Indigenous Australian Studies Sub-major

Indigenous Australian Creative Expressions Sub-major

Indigenous Economics Sub-major

Business Sustainability Sub-major

Students can apply for an elective major or sub-major via MySR.

MyStudentRecords (MySR)