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465 - Master of Medical Biotechnology

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Overview Faculty:
Faculty of Science,
The Master of Medical Biotechnology is designed for graduates who open_in_new Medicine and
seek knowledge and technological expertise in specific areas of cell Health
and molecular biology, which is the basis for modern
biotechnological research and development.
Subjects give an introduction to the basic elements of modern cell Award type:
and molecular biology before proceeding to intensive training in Postgraduate
current biotechnology and its application to the fields of medicine,
agriculture and molecular biology. Total credit points:
Tutorials and laboratory-based practical work is offered and students 96
have the opportunity to explore new technology developed in the
field of study. Additional preparatory subjects focus on laboratory
work and science communication skills. Candidates with appropriate Duration (full time):
qualifications and laboratory skills will be awarded advanced 2 years
standing for these subjects.

Duration (part
time):
Delivery 4 years

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Requirements
The Master of Medical Biotechnology requires the successful
completion of 96 credit points of subjects as specified below.
To progress to Year 2 students must achieve a Weighted
Average Mark (WAM) ≥ 70% AND ≥ 70% in the discipline-based
subjects (BIOL). If students have a WAM <70% and/or <70% in
discipline-based subjects they must seek advice from the Head
of Students regarding their progression into year 2.

In session 4 of this degree ( year 2, second session)

* Students with a WAM of 75% or above must complete Stream
A in second year.
* Students with a WAM of 60-74% must complete Stream B in
second year.
* Students with a WAM of less than 60% must complete 24
credit points from Stream C in second year

96 Credit points

Year 1
48 Credit points

Autumn
24 Credit points

Students complete 4x6 credit points of Core subjects.

6
BIOL813 Principles of Biochemistry
cp

6 Fundamentals of
SMAH801
cp Science Communication

Fundamentals of
6
SMAH803 Science Data, IT and
cp
Emerging Technologies

6
RESH802 Responsible Research
cp

Spring
24 Credit points

Students complete 4x6 credit points of Core subjects.

6
BIOL815 Introductory Genetics
cp
 Organisational
6
MGNT803 Behaviour and
cp
Management

Perspectives in science:
6
SMAH802 A critical appraisal of
cp
conspiracy theories

6 Critical thinking and

SMAH804
cp innovation in Science

Year 2
48 Credit points

For students who commenced year one in Spring

session, please see Academic Program Director (APD)
for subject advice.

Autumn
24 Credit points

Students complete 24 credit points of Core subjects.

6 Global Perspectives in
SMAH910
cp Science

GWP 6 Professional Workplace

901 cp Practice

12
BIOL980 Biotechnology
cp

Spring
24 Credit points

Students complete 24 credit points of Stream A, B or C

below. Note: stream selection is determined by a
student's WAM.

Stream A

24 Credit points
Students with a WAM 75% or above

Major Research Project

24
SCIP902 Chemistry and Molecular
cp
Bioscience

OR

Stream B

24 Credit points

Students with a WAM of 60-74%

12
BIOL982 Infection and Immunity
cp

12
BIOL984 Applied Bioinformatics
cp

OR

Stream C

24 Credit points

Students with a WAM of less than 60% select 24 credit

points from the following list of Management subjects.

6 Human Resources
MGNT908
cp Development

6 Strategic Human
MGNT930
cp Resource Management

6 Performance
MGNT949
cp Management

Management of
6
MGNT963 Workplace Health and
cp
Safety
 6
MGNT910 Strategic Management
cp

6
MGNT915 Management of Change
cp

6
MGNT920 Organisational Analysis
cp

6 Cross Cultural
MGNT978
cp Management

6 International Business
MGNT982
cp Theory and Practice

OPS 6
Total Quality Management
909 cp

OPS 6
Project Management
935 cp

Learning outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement

that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know,
understand and be able to do upon completion of the course.
Students graduating from this course will be able to:

1. Demonstrate critical thinking and judgement in

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relation to concepts, perspectives and recent
developments associated with medical biotechnology.

2. Consolidate and synthesise knowledge of research keyboard_arrow_down

principles and methods pertinent to medical
biotechnology

3. Investigate, analyse and synthesise information, keyboard_arrow_down

problems and theories associated with medical
biotechnology.
4. Consolidate laboratory skills in medical biotechnology keyboard_arrow_down
and an appreciation of how these skills are applied in
research.

5. Plan, execute and communicate the results of keyboard_arrow_down

substantial research based initiatives in a reflective and
ethical way for academic and professional practice.

6. Demonstrate critical thinking, problem solving and

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reflection.

7. Justify, interpret and communicate hypotheses,

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methodologies and conclusions.

Credit for prior learning

Alternative Credit Arrangements

Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course

Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how
to apply for credit (see also the University's Credit for Prior Learning
Policy).

Pathways and nested qualifications

Exit Pathway

Course Name: 2128 - Graduate Certificate in Science and

Management

Exit Pathway

Course Name: 2127 - Graduate Certificate in Science

Communication

Progression requirements
Course Name: 465 - Master of Medical Biotechnology
Details: To progress to Year 2 students must achieve a Weighted
Average Mark (WAM) ≥ 70% AND ≥ 70% in the discipline-based
subjects (BIOL). If students have a WAM <70% and/or <70% in
discipline-based subjects they must seek advice from the Head of
Students regarding their progression into year 2.

Contact details

Faculty contact

For further information please email: [email protected]

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