Studying online

There are now 2 possible online modes for units:

Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.

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Unit Overview

Description

This unit considers a range of global biomedical challenges (e.g. infectious diseases, obesity, neurological diseases, cardiovascular disease, etc.) with a focus on how various sub-disciplines (e.g. Neuroscience, Biochemistry, etc.) contribute to—(1) the underlying biology of these challenges; and (2) the development of appropriate solutions to them. A key feature of the unit is that students bring their own sub-disciplinary focus (i.e. from their chosen specialisation within the Biomedical Science course) to structured individual and group work that includes presentations and discussions guided by current biomedical researchers. These activities lead to a multidisciplinary understanding of historical biomedical solutions and an associated capacity to consider novel alternatives. Students apply these skills to current and hypothetical biomedical challenges.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) understand how their own sub-discipline of Biomedical Science contributes to overall solutions to global biomedical challenges; (2) work collaboratively with students from other sub-disciplines to develop novel solutions to biomedical challenges; (3) search and manage literature and think critically from a multidisciplinary perspective; and (4) effectively communicate their knowledge.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) essay; (2) question sets; and (3) group assignment. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Associate Professor Silvana Gaudieri and Professor Shane Maloney (Sem 2 only)
Unit rules
Prerequisites
Enrolment in
71520 Master of Biomedical Science
or 71580 Master of Biotechnology
or 71520 Master of Biomedical Science
or CM004 Bachelor of Molecular Sciences and Master of Biomedical Science
or CM024 Bachelor of Molecular Sciences and Master of Bioinformatics
or CM021 Bachelor of Human Sciences and Master of Bioinformatics
or CM007 Bachelor of Molecular Sciences and Master of Biotechnology
or 62550 Master of Professional Engineering Biomedical Engineering specialisation
Contact hours
lectures: 2 hours per week
tutorials: 2 hours per week
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.