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The individual subjects inside each degree: what’s taught, how it’s assessed, and when it runs.

4,303 units

CodeUnitLevel
BCH20002Introduction to Biochemistry

The aim of this unit is to provide students with an introduction to the core concepts of relevance in the fields of biochemistry and biotechnology. This is done in two phases; the first is an introduction to the main classes of biomolecules…

2
BCH2011Structure and function of cellular biomolecules

This is the first of two units in the Biochemistry second year curriculum. These are two 6-credit point units introducing you to the fundamental concepts and knowledge required to understand cellular function at a molecular level and buildi…

2
BCH2022Metabolic basis of human diseases

This is the second of two units in the Biochemistry second year curriculum which introduces you to the fundamental concepts and knowledge required to understand cellular function at a molecular level. The unit will assist you to build the s…

2
BCH30003Advanced Biochemistry

The unit aims to provide students with a depth of knowledge of a number of topics in biochemistry that will build upon the foundations established in earlier subjects. The main themes to be explored are, aspects of cell biology, and the tec…

3
BCH3021Cellular organisation: Organelle structure and function in health and disease

You will develop an advanced understanding of the components, formation, function, and relationships of the organelles and structural elements that make up eukaryotic cells; and will learn how organelle dysfunction can cause disease. You wi…

3
BCH3031Functional genomics and molecular medicine

This unit provides an understanding of DNA as the genetic component of organisms and cells, encompassing the information content, the organisation of DNA sequences, and the expression of this information into RNA and proteins. Topics includ…

3
BCH3042Cell signal transduction: Role in cancer and human disease

This unit provides an advanced understanding of the molecular aspects of cell proliferation, cell signalling, differentiation and cell death as they relate to cell biology and medicine, in particular cancer. Themes include basic mechanisms…

3
BCH3052Protein biology: From sequence to structure and disease

The course will give you an advanced understanding of protein structure-function in the context of human disease. Major themes relate the various levels of protein structure to their wide ranging functions, introduce modern techniques used…

3
BCH3990Action in biochemistry research project

This unit provides the opportunity for high achieving students to work with an academic supervisor and complete a research project in Biochemistry. The research project may be chosen from a list of projects available at the beginning of sem…

3
BEI1067Evidence for action

Evidence for action focuses on the skills and mindsets needed to investigate complex problems using a range of qualitative and quantitative methods. You’ll learn how to conduct interviews, run surveys, engage in fieldwork, and explore datas…

1
BEI1270Indonesian studies (Religion, Indonesian language, Pancasila, and Civic education)

This unit integrates the four compulsory Indonesian curriculum units; Religion (Agama), Indonesian Language (Bahasa Indonesia), Pancasila, and Civic Education (Kewarganegaraan) through a project-based approach. You will participate in semin…

1
BEI1501Engaging complexity

Engaging complexity is an immersive introduction to the world of complex challenges - social, environmental, institutional, and technological - where clear-cut solutions are rare, and understanding takes time. In this unit, you’ll learn to…

1
BEI2000Digital technology and business

This unit is a multi-disciplinary unit that aims to build on your knowledge of business but with a focus on how technology and technological changes are affecting the business environment. The unit provides you the opportunity to demonstrat…

2
BEI2500Design thinking for global challenges

Design thinking applies the skills and strategies developed by designers to a wide range of problems and situations. These skills and strategies include a range of conceptual and communication approaches, ways to explore and reconsider the…

2
BEI2515Catalysing change

Catalysing change is about turning ideas into action. In this unit, you’ll explore how to support others, energise teams, and facilitate change in ways that are thoughtful, inclusive, and responsive to real-world contexts, whether in commun…

2
BEI2766Shaping futures

Shaping futures invites you to imagine what could be and to give form to new responses through experimentation, iteration, and collaboration. This unit focuses on creative development: how to move from insight to intervention, and from comp…

2
BEI3000Professional development for business

This unit is the capstone unit for the Bachelor of Business and as such draws together the learning and experiences gained from previous business units, and does so through the lens of critical self evaluation and a growing awareness of the…

3
BEI3201Global business and digital transformation

In this unit, you will explore a range of digital technologies and pivotal strategic factors shaping the evolution of global business. This encompasses technological advancements such as artificial intelligence, smart technologies, cloud co…

3
BESC1071Psychology of Everyday Thinking

This course will introduce you to the study of psychology by examining the current state of knowledge of some fundamental psychological concepts and processes including consciousness, perception, learning, memory, motivation, personality an…

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BESC1072Psychology of Social Life

This course is designed to introduce you to the discipline of social psychology: the scientific study of the ways in which people's thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are influenced by the real or implied presence of others. You will examin…

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BESC1075Psychology of Stress

This course is designed to introduce students to biopsychosocial models of stress. It aims to help students build an experientially informed, coherent theoretical understanding of: • causes, moderating variables, and responses to stress • s…

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BESC1123Principles of Psychology

This course is one of two offered at first year level in a program of study accredited by Australian Psychological Accreditation Council (APAC) and will introduce you to four areas of psychology. These areas include individual differences,…

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BESC1126Foundations of Psychology

This course is one of two introductory psychology courses accredited by the Australian Psychological Accreditation Council (APAC). The course will provide you with foundational knowledge of the primary areas of psychology. Topics covered in…

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BESC1178Cognitive Psychology

This course will introduce you to the theory, research and methods underlying modern cognitive psychology. Content is examined across three overarching domains: (1) fundamental considerations; (2) cognitive functionality; and (3) applied co…

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BESC1182Developmental Psychology

Your learning associated with this course is designed to focus on a number of areas of human development throughout the lifespan. These areas include perceptual-motor, psychosocial and cognitive development. Historical issues, current persp…

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BESC1186Social Psychology

This course introduces you to the area of psychology that studies social behaviour: how people think and feel about one another, relate to each other, and influence each other, within and across cultural contexts. You will examine how cultu…

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BESC1190Biological Psychology

You will extend your foundational knowledge and skills in Biological Psychology – a branch of neuroscience that considers how biological processes underpins mental functions and behaviour. The course builds on material you studied in BESC11…

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BESC1403Personal Identity and Community

In studying this course, you are expected to gain an understanding of key individual and socio-cultural dimensions in the development and expression of personality and self. Through a series of interactive and experiential seminars you will…

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BESC1429Forensic Psychology

This course will cover a range of issues relating to forensic psychology. You will consider a variety of aspects of relationships between psychology and law. In psychology of law enforcement, you will consider psychological profiling and po…

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BESC1433Psychological Assessment and Individual Differences

The course has two purposes: (1) to compare and contrast different theoretical models of individual differences, and (2) to introduce students to a range of assessment procedures, ethical issues, and professional issues related to psycholog…

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