Study the Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Molecular Bioscience)

Study Molecular Bioscience at Flinders

Understand and manipulate the building blocks of life.

This course is not offered in 2021.

Gain a broad foundation in molecular bioscience together with extensive subject knowledge in specialised topics such as molecular biology, biochemistry and microbiology. Practicals enable you to master a diverse set of laboratory skills that can be applied to many of today’s most crucial scientific problems.

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Prerequisites

None

Assumed knowledge

None

2020 selection rank

80.00

Guaranteed selection rank

80.00

TAFElink

Diploma or above

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

234471

Delivery mode

In person:

– Bedford Park

Online: No

Duration

4 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee

2021: $8,368

How are these fees calculated?

Start dates

– March
– July

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Why study Molecular Bioscience at Flinders

Provides a comprehensive yet focused education in biological research
Gives you the flexibility to tailor your degree to suit your interests and aspirations
Provides a solid background in advanced molecular biosciences
Has applications in medicine, agriculture, forensic science and the environment
Translate bioscience discoveries from the lab for the wider community and make a difference to society

Your career

Graduates with a molecular biosciences specialisation usually work in a laboratory setting but they may also become involved in field-based projects.

Potential occupations include:

molecular scientist
molecular microbiologist
clinical research associate
cytometry technical specialist
biostatistician.

Potential employers include:

medical research organisations
biotechnology companies
universities
government agencies.

What you will study

First year A typical first year may include:	core topics in evolution of biological diversity, molecular basis of life, the nature of science, and biostatistics a selection of electives
Second year A typical second year may include:	core topics in experimental design and statistics for biology; genetics, evolution and biodiversity; disease and immunology; virology; biochemistry; and molecular biology a selection of electives
Third year A typical third year may include:	core topics in foundations in microbiology, protein to proteome, DNA to genome, integrating molecular biosciences, and microbial ecology and infectious disease a topic in industrial and pharmaceutical biotechnology, or environmental biotechnology a selection of electives
Honours year A typical honours year may include:	a major molecular biosciences research thesis allowing high-performing students to progress to a higher degree by research further development of professional skills, particularly those relevant to research and development.

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Practical experience

The degree provides you with practical experience that prepares you for the workforce.

Get hands-on experience in our laboratories.
Develop molecular, biochemical and microbiological skills through experiments.
Undertake professional placements and research projects as electives.

What you will need

Compulsory topics in laboratories include practical exercises that require manual dexterity and use of hands.

Study abroad

There are opportunities to take your studies overseas with a student exchange program.

Add Innovation and Enterprise
to your degree

At Flinders University, we recognise that careers are evolving and the workplace of the future will look very different from today.

Whatever undergraduate course you are studying at Flinders, you can add innovation and enterprise electives to your degree to gain new, adaptable and transferrable skills that will equip you for the careers of tomorrow.

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Pursue multiple passions with a combined degree

You can combine this degree with any other bachelor degree within the College of Science and Engineering, subject to meeting entry requirements.

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How to apply

Choose your preferred course.

Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.

Choose other courses to include in your preferences.

Visit SATAC and submit your application online.

Admission pathways

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

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Choosing your preferences

When choosing your preferences through SATAC, other Flinders degrees you might want to include in your list are:

How to apply

Select your course.

Check entry requirements.

Check your eligibility for credit.

Apply online

Obtain certified documents.

Submit your application and documents.

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English language pathways

If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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Academic program pathways

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.

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