Anatomy and Human Biology major (MJD-ANHBY)
What is it that makes us human? The Anatomy and Human Biology major allows you to explore the fascinating concept of what it means to be human in an integrative way, combining studies of, behaviour and biology of human beings with current social and ethical issues. The units offered within this major cover topics as diverse as human functional anatomy; genetics, variation and evolution; reproduction, embryology and growth; microscopic structures of cells and tissues; structure and function of the nervous system; ecology, behaviour and biosocial interactions. Students explore all of these from the molecular to the population level and beyond.
Outcomes
Students are able to (1) demonstrate an understanding of human biology from the perspectives of evolution, genetics, behaviour, ecology, development, structure, function and comparative studies.
; (2) demonstrate an understanding of human biology in the context of other academic disciplines.
; (3) apply critical holistic thinking and creative problem solving skills within an ethical framework.
; (4) apply rigorous and critical approaches to empirical (experimental and observational) design, and the validation, processing and interpretation of graphical and statistical data.
; (5) demonstrate skills in effectively communicating the science of human biology in academic and societal contexts.
; (6) demonstrate the skills required, for successful group collaboration.
; and (7) demonstrate competency in high-level critical thinking and communication skills suited to gaining employment and further studies in the field of Anatomy and Human Biology..
Broadening guidelines
All students studying towards a Bachelor's Degree at UWA are required to Broaden their studies by completing a minimum of four units (24 points) of study outside their degree specific major. Broadening is your opportunity to explore other areas of interest, investigate new disciplines and knowledge paradigms and to shape your degree to suit your own aspirations and interests. Many of you will be able to undertake more than this minimum amount of broadening study and we encourage you to do so if this suits your aspirations. Over the next few months you will find here some broadening suggestions related to your degree-specific major. While we know that many students value guidance of this sort, these are only suggestions and students should not lose sight of the opportunity to explore that is afforded by your Broadening Choices. Advice can also be sought from your Allocated Student Advising Office.
Prerequisites
Mathematics Methods ATAR or equivalent or higher , or Mathematics Applications ATAR with a mathematics unit taken in the first year. Students without ATAR mathematics will take two first year mathematics units
Anatomy and Human Biology can be taken as a degree-specific major in the following degree courses:
Overview of unit sequence
Anatomy and Human Biology is a degree-specific single major comprising:
- three Level 1 units
- three Level 2 units
- four Level 3 units
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S1 = Semester 1; S2 = Semester 2; N/A = not available in 2022 |
Note: Units that are indicated as N/A may be available in 2023 or 2024.
Level 1
Take all units (18 points):
Availability | Unit code | Unit name | unit requirements |
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S1 | ANHB1101 | Human Biology I: Becoming Human |
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S2 | ANHB1102 | Human Biology II: Being Human |
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S1 | SCOM1101 | Communicating Science |
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Bridging units must be successfully completed within the first 48 points of study. Students who have not achieved a scaled mark of at least 50 in Mathematics Methods ATAR or equivalent or higher are required to complete MATH1721 or SCIE1500, (SCIE1500 is recommended). Students who have not achieved a scaled mark of at least 50 in Mathematics Applications ATAR or equivalent or higher are required to complete MATH1720 and either MATH1721 or SCIE1500, (SCIE1500 is recommended). Note: MATH1721 should be taken if also considering majors or minors that require it for progression to level 2 (e.g. Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Computer Science):
Availability | Unit code | Unit name | unit requirements |
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S1, S2 | MATH1720 | Mathematics Fundamentals |
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S1, S2 | MATH1721 | Mathematics Foundations: Methods |
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S1, S2 | SCIE1500 | Analytical Methods for Scientists |
Level 2
Take unit(s) to the value of 18 points:
Availability | Unit code | Unit name | unit requirements |
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S1 | ANHB2212 | Human Structure and Development |
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S2 | ANHB2214 | Human Organs and Systems |
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S1 | ANHB2215 | Biological Anthropology: Human Adaptation and Variation |
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S2 | ANHB2216 | Human Reproductive Biology |
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Level 3
Take unit(s) to the value of 18 points:
Availability | Unit code | Unit name | unit requirements |
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N/A | ANHB3315 | Human Evolutionary Ecology | |
S2 | ANHB3316 | Human Reproduction |
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S1 | ANHB3321 | Biological Anthropology: Genes and Society |
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S2 | ANHB3322 | Human/Primate Social Organisation | |
S1 | ANHB3323 | Cells, Tissues and Development | |
S2 | ANHB3324 | Human Structure and Function |
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Take unit(s) to the value of 6 points:
Availability | Unit code | Unit name | unit requirements |
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S1 | ANHB3310 | Human Biology: Applications and Investigations I |
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S2 | ANHB3320 | Human Biology: Applications and Investigations II |
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Choosing your degree-specific major
General degrees
You must satisfy the requirements of a degree-specific major before you complete your course. The flexible structure of an undergraduate course allows you to try out a number of different subjects to see what interests you before nominating your degree-specific major. You have the choice to either nominate your degree-specific major when you first enrol in the course or delay nominating it until your second year.
To plan the first year of your study without nominating a degree-specific major, you are advised to choose units that will pave the way to two or more degree-specific majors that are of interest to you. For examples of the choice of units available in first year, search the first-year study plans .
To fully understand the structure of an undergraduate course, read the course structure information and the Undergraduate Degree Course Rules.
The following example illustrates how the Anatomy and Human Biology degree-specific major can be included in the Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Biomedical Science course.
Example Study Plan
There are more choices open to you. For more examples, search the study plans .
Specialised degrees – Bachelor of Advanced Computer Science (Honours), Bachelor of Automation and Robotics, Bachelor of Environmental Design, Bachelor of Music
You must satisfy the requirements of the degree-specific major in your degree before you complete your course.
Bachelor of Philosophy, Politics and Economics
This comprehensive degree does not require you to choose a degree-specific major.
Choosing a second major
You also have the option to choose a second major from those available in the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Biomedical Science, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design Only available to re-enrolling students. and Bachelor of Science courses, giving you the opportunity to pursue your interests no matter how different they are.
For more examples of combinations of majors, search the study plans .