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In an era where the influence of science has reached new heights, we invite you to embark on an educational journey with our Bachelor of Science (OUA), a dynamic and comprehensive degree that empowers you to shape your scientific destiny. Serving as your gateway to understanding and navigating the complexities of today&#39;s scientific landscape, this course allows you to explore the myriad possibilities within the sciences, charting a course tailored to your career aspirations. You will immerse yourself in an in-depth study of biology, acquiring the knowledge and skills essential for making a meaningful impact on the world today and tomorrow.Complementing this specialised focus, our course places a premium on foundational units designed to enhance transferable skills highly sought after by employers. In a rapidly evolving global scenario, where science plays a pivotal role in addressing pressing issues, this degree prepares you for both scientific excellence and the practical challenges of working in the field. You will delve into core units that intricately weave Indigenous knowledge and sustainability considerations, providing a holistic perspective that goes beyond the conventional boundaries of scientific exploration.  As a scientist in today&#39;s world, quantitative and qualitative skills are non-negotiable. Our curriculum ensures mastery in understanding, analysing, and communicating complex data. But this foundational stream isn&#39;t just theoretical: it integrates real-world learning activities that culminate in a unit where you engage in work-integrated learning activities in collaboration with industry organisations, gaining practical experience that sets you apart in the competitive scientific landscape.The Bachelor of Science (OUA) is a transformative experience. By seamlessly blending specialised discipline education with a broader skill set, this course provides a world-class science education. Step into the future of science, where innovation meets education, and be prepared to actively shape the world of science. Please note: Some subjects in this degree require you to attend laboratory sessions in Sydney.

Benefit from the guidance of teachers whose research findings are known on a global scale. Use this research to conduct case studies. Take a hands-on approach with a lab component. Specialise in biology, including genetics, genes and life processes.

Bachelor of Science

Introduction to Human Physiology

Human Biology

Human Structure and Function

Biological Basis of Behaviour

Biological and Learning Psychology

A Primer of Marine and Antarctic Science

The Human Journey: Archaeology and Evolution

Neurospeak Online

Introduction to Ageing, the Brain and Dementia

Foundations of Human Biology 1

Biological organisms are inherently variable, which means that practicing biologists need a solid grasp of how to design and implement experiments, perform statistical analyses on the resulting data, and correctly interpret the results of statistical tests. This unit provides a foundation in the principles of experimental design and data analysis for biology. The unit is taught by biology staff and draws on research carried out in the Department of Biological Sciences. Students also learn the overall process of asking and answering questions in biology. Students learn a range of common data analysis techniques, and how to interpret the outcomes of these analyses. There is a strong emphasis on critically evaluating biological studies and identifying sound conclusions and not-so-sound conclusions. This unit is strongly recommended for students planning a career in biology or environmental science.

Biological Data Analysis

This unit will compare and contrast a range of physiological processes in microbes, plants and animals. It will highlight common features and their evolutionary origins, with particular reference to prokaryotic genes which have been conserved in multicellular organisms. Topics to be explored include metabolism (e.g. respiration, photosynthesis and transport), environmental responses (e.g. abiotic stress response, immune reactions, behaviour), and phenology (e.g. sexual maturation, fertilisation, life cycles). The unit will draw the common threads of evolution together in complex multicellular organisms, as well as contrasting those processes unique to each Kingdom, such as photosynthesis and locomotion.

Life Processes

This unit is suitable for all students interested in behaviour. It covers a range of topics relevant to today&#39;s society in a manner accessible to all students. Basic mechanisms are covered, together with function and evolution. Lecture topics include explanations of behaviour, evolution, evolutionary origins of behaviour, basic neuroscience, perception, learning, brain and behaviour, and topics in animal behaviour. Lectures culminate with some reflections on the lives of humans in our modern world and the role of culture in human evolution.

Venture into the animal kingdom. Track how genes and environment influence the function and evolution of animal behaviour. Study genetics. Sense how people and animals communicate. Reflect on human life today and the role of culture in evolution. 

This unit is for anyone interested in humans, and how humans interact with the rest of the living world. BIOX1210 will give you an introductory overview of several fundamental topics essential for understanding the structure, function, and processes within the human body. The subjects covered in the course include basic introductions to anatomy and physiology, cellular metabolism, reproduction, genetics, disease, and human evolution. To understand issues such as genetic engineering, cloning, assisted reproductive technologies, antibiotic resistance or the emergence of new human diseases requires a familiarity with modern biological knowledge. We aim to equip you with this knowledge and help to unlock a journey of self-discovery about incredible mysteries within your own body. The unit content is dealt with in such a way that students without prior studies in biology will not be at a disadvantage, however biology students are also encouraged to take this unit.

Develop your knowledge of human biology, and gain understanding of current scientific and social issues including DNA technology, genetic engineering and cloning. Designed for students who are new to biology, but applicable for all biology students.

This unit explores the evolution of our species, what makes humans distinct, and how we have developed the biological, cultural and technological diversity we now see around us. The unit examines new research, highlighting the most recent discoveries and theoretical breakthroughs, encouraging students to learn more about the major debates, key discoveries, and important theories in the study of human evolution. Specifically, the unit provides students with a background in evolutionary theory, genetics, anthropology, paleoarchaeology, and comparative primatology in order to address a number of topics: the development of the human brain; bipedalism; language; families; social life; sexuality; reproduction; hunting; diet; art; stone tools and technology; language; domesticated plants and animals; cities; and the first civilisations. The unit also demonstrates how an evolutionary perspective offers new insights into modern human diversity, including both cultural and biological differences among us. The unit does not require a background in the biological or evolutionary sciences. It provides an excellent foundation for understanding and evaluating important contemporary issues.

Evolve your thinking on human development and biological and cultural diversity. Study Darwin's breakthroughs alongside the most recent evolutionary research. Examine language origins. Join in ongoing debates about the study of human evolution.

Human Evolution and Diversity

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