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Bachelor of Commerce with the degree of Bachelor of Science with a major in Biomolecular Sciences

ATAR/Course cut-off
83.90
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Overview

Be part of the business of science. Embrace the challenge of today's science and technology industries as they meet the fast-paced world of business and finance.

Commerce, or business, is the exchange of goods or commodities. In this degree you will study management, marketing, finance and accounting as well as undertake research and study in a science discipline of your choice.

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. This is an Average Fee

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 this degree 96
Minimum number of credit points at 200 level or above 60
Minimum number of credit points at 300 level or above 30
Minimum number of credit points from Commerce designated units 42
Minimum number of credit points from Science designated units 42
Completion of Specified Foundation Units
Completion of a Qualifying Major for the Bachelor of Commerce
Completion of a Qualifying Major for the Bachelor of Science
Completion of a designated People unit
Completion of a designated Planet unit
Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below

Double degree requirements

The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this double degree.

100 level Credit Points
Required ACST101 Techniques and Elements of Finance 3
Required BBA102 Principles of Management 3
Required ECON111 Microeconomic Principles 3
Required MKTG101 Marketing Fundamentals 3
Required either ACCG100 Accounting IA
or ACCG106 Accounting Information for Decision-Making 3
Total credit points required to satisfy this major 24

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)

Why choose Macquarie?

Why choose Macquarie

Macquarie offers an outstanding learning experience. We are renowned for excellence in interdisciplinary research and teaching, our unique approach to learning, our highly skilled graduates, and our first-class facilities. 

Macquarie University for future students undergraduatean education in the top two per cent of universities in the world, giving you an international recognised and respected degree

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Our degrees are designed to help you get ahead and stay ahead in your life and your career.

Overseas opportunities

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Enhance your degree with Macquarie's overseas study and exchange programs in over 300 countries.

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Contact us

Faculty of Science
Ph: 61 2 9850 6000
Fax: 61 2 9850 6565
Email: scienceenquiries@mq.edu.au 
www.cbms.mq.edu.au


Apply

The major in Biomolecular Sciences (BIS01) is available in more than one degree.

Apply

1. Select your UAC Code for your preferred degree:

300288

Bachelor of Commerce with the degree of Bachelor of Science

300758

Bachelor of Engineering with the degree of Bachelor of Science

300517

Bachelor of Science

300537

Bachelor of Science with the Diploma of Education

300305

Bachelor of Science with the degree of Bachelor of Laws

2. Go to the UAC website and select “Apply". This link will open in a new window.

Applications for Session 2 2012 open on Wednesday 4th April 2012.

Re-admission

Students wishing to return to study at Macquarie University should visit the Previous Macquarie Students webpage, for further information and application procedures. 



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