Bachelor of Science with the degree of Bachelor of Laws with a major in Biomolecular Sciences
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Overview
Pursue your interest in science and law.
In this degree you'll develop knowledge of scientific and legal principles while building problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Biomolecular science is the study of how molecules work in living biological systems. It is based on biochemistry and molecular biology, and extends into genetics, genomics and proteomics, biotechnology, structural and systems biology, and bioinformatics.
You’ll gain theoretical knowledge and practical experience in a range of relevant subject areas, including biochemistry, biotechnology, cellular biochemistry, genetic engineering, genomics, microbiology, molecular analysis, molecular biology, molecular structures, proteomics.
You can specialise in your area of interest, or combine with a range of related disciplines including chemistry, biological sciences, medical sciences, physics, geosciences, business and law.
Degrees offering Biomolecular Sciences
Key features
- Take advantage of Peer Assisted Learning and mentoring.
- Wide range of job options, including the pharmaceutical, diagnostics and biotechnology industries.
- Excellent foundation for postgraduate studies, including medicine.
Location
North Ryde
Suitable for
Students wishing to explore how molecules influence the structure and function of living systems, using state-of-the-art instrumentation and approaches.
HECS Course fee
AUD $4,520 p.a.
Student amenities fee
Information on the Student services and amenities fee
Entry requirements
- HSC Mathematics (Band 2)
- Chemistry (Band 3) (or equivalent)
- Introductory units and bridging courses are available for students without the recommended prior knowledge.
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
No work experience required.
What you will study
| Degree requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points for the degree | 120 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 300 level or above | 66 |
| Minimum number of credit points from units with a LAW prefix | 72 |
| Minimum number of credit points designated as science | 42 |
| Completion of a Qualifying Major for the Bachelor of Science | |
| Completion of a designated People unit | |
| Completion of a designated Planet unit | |
| Completion of a designated Participation unit | |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Combined degree requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this combined degree.
| 100 level | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | LAW109 | Criminal Justice and Procedure | 3 | ||
| Required | LAW115 | Foundations of Law | 3 | ||
| 200 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | LAW203 | Torts | 3 | ||
| Required | LAW204 | Contracts | 3 | ||
| Required | LAW208 | Law, Lawyers and Society | 3 | ||
| Required | LAW214 | Jurisprudence | 3 | ||
| 300 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | LAW314 | Constitutional Law and Administration I | 3 | ||
| Required | LAW315 | Constitutional Law and Administration II | 3 | ||
| Required | LAW316 | Property Law | 3 | ||
| Required | LAW317 | Equity and Trusts | 3 | ||
| 400 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | LAW456 | Business Organisations | 3 | ||
| Required | LAW459 | International Law | 3 | ||
| 500 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | LAW555 | C | Remedies | 3 | |
| Required | LAW550 | Litigation | 3 | ||
| Additional level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | 3cp from | LAW488 | Access to Justice Placement Program | ||
| LAW551 | Professional and Community Engagement | ||||
| LAW599 | Legal Governance and Professional Leadership | 3 | |||
| Required | 27cp from | LAW units at 400 or 500 level | 27 | ||
| Total credit points required to satisfy this major | 24 | ||||
Notes
- Units marked with a C are Capstone units.
Major requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this major
| 100 level | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | CBMS103 | Organic and Biological Chemistry | 3 | ||
| Required | BIOL115 | The Thread of Life | 3 | ||
| 200 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | 6cp from | CBMS215 | Microbiology | ||
| CBMS223 | Biochemistry | ||||
| CBMS224 | Molecular Biology | 6 | |||
| 300 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | CBMS330 | C | Biomolecular Sciences Capstone | 3 | |
| Required | 9cp from | CBMS331 | Molecular and Medical Biotechnology | ||
| CBMS332 | Protein Discovery and Analysis | ||||
| CBMS333 | Functional Proteomics | ||||
| CBMS335 | Medical Microbiology | ||||
| CBMS336 | Molecular Biology and Genomics | ||||
| CBMS337 | Biochemistry and Cell Biology | 9 | |||
| Total credit points required to satisfy this major | 24 | ||||
Notes
- Units marked with a C are Capstone units.
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
- agribiotechnology
- biomarker discovery
- biomedical sciences
- bioproduct manufacturing
- drug discovery
- patent law
- pharmaceuticals
- research
- sales and marketing
- teaching
Employers
• biotechnology industry
• educational institutions
• government agencies
• government laboratories
• pharmaceutical companies
• research institutes
• universities
Average starting salary
$46,589 for a sciences graduate (source: The Good Universities Guide, 2010)
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