Biological Sciences
COURSES OFFERED
Doctor of Philosophy
Master of Science - Research (Biological Sciences)
Master of Science - Research (Biotechnology)
Master of Science (Biotechnology)
Master of Science (Biological Sciences)
Master of Science (Forest Conservation and Management)
Graduate Diploma in Science (Biological Sciences)
Graduate Certificate in Forest Conservation and Management
CURRENT RESEARCH AREAS
The following areas of research are available to candidates undertaking
the Doctor of Philosophy and the Master of Science Research:
| Terrestrail Ecology |
Plant physiology and molecular biology |
| Pollination biology and genetics |
Photosynthetic carbon fixation |
| Weeds and urban ecology |
Photoprotection and photoinhibition |
| Avain biology and physiological ecology |
Phytoremediation |
| Fire ecology |
UV-B damage to plants |
| Antarctic ecology and climate change research |
Signal transduction |
| Biodiversity and conservation studies |
Secondary product metabolism |
| Plant/animal interaction |
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| Threatened species biology and legislation |
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| Marine Biology |
Cell biology and biotechnology |
| Marine ecology and genetics |
Vaccine development |
| Seabird physiological ecology |
Microbial pathogenesis |
| Marine invertebrate self-recognition |
Bacterial genetics |
| Marine chemical ecology |
Apoptosis |
| Marine bioprospecting |
Extracellular chaperones |
| Biological invasions of marine environments |
Signal transduction |
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Cancer therapy |
| Animal Physiology & Systematics |
Biotechnology policy and ethics |
| Hormones and environment |
Intellectual property in biotechnology |
| Effects of pesticides on non-target species |
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| Energetics, thermobiology and metablic physiology |
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| Insect molecular systematics |
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| Evolutionary genetics |
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| Applications of insects to forensic science |
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
PhD candidates undertake in-depth research in order to make an original
contribution to the body of knowledge in Biological Sciences. This qualification
can lead to, or enhance, an academic career.
Entry requirements
Honours degree of at least four years' duration in a relevant discipline
at Class II, Division 2 or higher (or equivalent).
Candidates for this degree enrol in BIOL999
(Major Thesis) and undertake a research project in one of the areas listed
above. Intending students should first contact the Postgraduate Coordinator
in the Department of Biological Sciences (Dr Sharon Robinson).
MASTER OF SCIENCE - RESEARCH (BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES)
The Master of Science - Research (Biological Sciences), is a research-based
degree, examined principally by thesis. The objective of this degree is
to provide a grounding in experimental biological research.
Entry to the degree requires a Bachelor degree of at least three years
duration with a major study in Biological Sciences (or equivalent qualification
or work experience).
The course consists of 72 credit points to be completed in a maximum
time of 2 years (4 sessions) as follows
1. 24 credit points chosen from sections A and B of the Schedule of Postgraduate
Subjects (listed below). Students will only be enrolled in subjects in
section B where an appropriate supervisor and topic have been identified.
For further information, consult research interests of particular staff
members at:
http://www.uow.edu.au/science/biol/bioresearch/index.html
and contact the Masters Coordinator.
2. a 48 credit point research project, BIOL999 Major Thesis
Graduates entering the degree who hold a Bachelor degree with Honours
at a standard of Class II, Division 2 or higher may be given advanced
standing for the 24 cp of coursework, but are required to complete the
48 credit point BIOL999 Major Thesis.
Students entering the degree with qualifications below Honours Class
II, Division 2 must complete subjects which aggregate to not less than
72 credit points. These will consist of at least 48 credit points of research
obtained by completing the subject BIOL999 Major Thesis. Prior to undertaking
BIOL999, students will complete 24cp of 900-level Biology subjects to
provide appropriate background in relevant techniques (see (1) above).
The combination of subjects must be approved by the Masters Coordinator.
| Section A |
| Autumn session only |
| BIOL970 |
Advances in Conservation Biology |
12 |
| BIOL972 |
Ecological and Evolutionary Physiology |
12 |
| BIOL980 |
Biotechnology |
12 |
| BIOL981 |
Molecular Cell Biology |
12 |
| BIOL983 |
Research Methods in Biotechnology |
12 |
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Spring session only |
| BIOL971 |
Marine and Terrestrial Ecology |
12 |
| BIOL973 |
Fisheries and Aquaculture |
12 |
| BIOL982 |
Cellular and Molecular Immunology |
12 |
| BIOL984 |
Applied Bioinformatics |
12 |
| Summer Session Only |
| MARE957 |
Advanced Topics in Molluscan Biology |
12 |
| Or 900 level subjects from other units, subject to the
approval of the Heads of those units and the Masters Coordinator. |
| Note: Students cannot enrol in a subject where they
have completed the equivalent 300 level subjects at this University. |
| Section B |
| Autumn or Spring session |
| BIOL992 |
Literature review |
12 |
| BIOL993 |
Research Project |
12 |
| BIOL991 |
Major Research project |
24 |
MASTER OF SCIENCE - RESEARCH (BIOTECHNOLOGY)
The Master of Science - Research (Biotechnology) is a research-based degree,
examined principally by thesis. The objective of this degree is to provide
a grounding in experimental biological research.
Entry to the degree requires a Bachelor degree of at least three years
duration with a major study in Biological Sciences (or equivalent qualification
or work experience).
The course consists of 72 credit points to be completed in a maximum
time of 2 years (4 sessions) as follows
1. 24 credit points chosen from sections C (below) and B (above). Students
will only be enrolled in subjects in section B where an appropriate supervisor
and topic have been identified. For further information, consult research
interests of particular staff members at
http://www.uow.edu.au/science/biol/bioresearch/index.html
and contact the Biotechnology Masters Coordinator (Dr Ren Zhang).
2. a 48 credit point research project research project (BIOL999 Major
Thesis)
Graduates entering the degree who hold a Bachelor degree with Honours
at a standard of Class II, Division 2 or higher may be given advanced
standing for the 24 cp of coursework, but are required to complete the
48 credit point BIOL999 Major Thesis.
Students entering the degree with qualifications below Honours Class
II, Division 2 must complete subjects which aggregate to not less than
72 credit points. These will consist of at least 48 credit points of research
obtained by completing the subject BIOL999 Major Thesis. Prior to undertaking
BIOL999, students will complete 24cp of 900-level Biology subjects to
provide appropriate background in relevant techniques. The combination
of subjects must be approved by the Biotechnology Masters Coordinator.
Section C
Autumn session only
| BIOL980 |
Biotechnology |
12 |
| BIOL981 |
Molecular Cell Biology |
12 |
| BIOL983 |
Research Methods in Biotechnology |
12 |
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Spring session only |
| BIOL982 |
Cellular and Molecular Immunology |
12 |
| BIOL984 |
Applied Bioinformatics |
12 |
Or 900 level subjects from other academic units subject to the approval
of the Heads of those units and the Masters Coordinator.
NB. Students cannot enrol in a subject where they have completed the
equivalent 300 level subjects at this University.
MASTER OF SCIENCE (BIOTECHNOLOGY)
(This is a fee-paying course only)
The Master of Science (Biotechnology) will produce graduates with up-to-date
knowledge and technological expertise in specific areas of Cell and Molecular
Biology, which are the basis for modern biotechnological research and
development. Coursework to a value of at least 48 credit points is required.
Entry into the course normally requires a Bachelors degree with Honours
at a standard of Class II, Division 2 or above in an appropriate discipline,
or an appropriate Graduate Diploma in Science (Biological Sciences) completed
at a satisfactory standard.
Candidates for the Master of Science (Biotechnology) will undertake the
following:
Core subjects
Autumn session only
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BIOL980 |
Biotechnology |
12 |
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BIOL981 |
Molecular Cell Biology |
12 |
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Spring session only |
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BIOL982 |
Cellular and Molecular Immunology |
12 |
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BIOL984 |
Applied Bioinformatics |
12 |
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Optional subjects |
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One of the following subjects may be substituted
for one of the core subjects after consultation with the Biotechnology
Masters Coordinator. |
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BIOL972 |
Ecological and Evolutionary Physiology |
12 |
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BIOL983 |
Research Methods in Biotechnology |
12 |
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BIOL992 |
Literature review |
12 |
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BIOL993 |
Research Project |
12 |
MASTER OF SCIENCE (BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES)
The Master of Science (Biological Sciences) is designed for applicants
in education and industry who seek further knowledge and skills in biological
sciences or who seek to qualify for a postgraduate research degree.
Entry into the degree requires a 3-year degree in biological life sciences
or other relevant discipline from an accredited tertiary institution.
Candidates for the Master of Science (Biological Sciences) complete coursework
to the value of 48 credit points chosen from Section A (see above). Subjects
from Section B of the Schedule may be substituted after consultation with
the Masters Coordinator.
MASTER OF SCIENCE (FOREST CONSERVATION AND
MANAGEMENT)
(This is a fee-paying course only)
This Masters program includes the Graduate Certificate in Forest Conservation
and Management (32 credit points) plus a major project which is examined
by thesis.
Students who have already completed the Graduate Certificate may convert
this qualification to the Master of Science (Forest Conservation and Management)
by completing the research project and thesis. Entry into the course normally
requires a Bachelors degree with Honours at a standard of Class II, Division
2 or above in an appropriate discipline, or an appropriate Graduate Diploma
in Science (Biological Sciences) completed at a satisfactory standard.
Candidates for the Master of Science (Forest Conservation and Management)
must undertake the 32 credit points set out under the Graduate Certificate
of Forest Conservation and Management plus:
| BIOL995 |
Forest Management Research Project |
GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN SCIENCE (BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES)
The purpose of the Graduate Diploma (Biological Sciences) is to provide
graduates who have insufficient background in parts of Biological Sciences
with the skills and knowledge necessary to enable them to proceed with
further study.
Successful completion of appropriate subjects with a value of at least
48 credit points is required, the subjects being chosen from the undergraduate
science schedule. At least 24 credit points must be from 300-level or
400-level Biology subjects.
The selection of subjects will be approved by the Head of Biological
Sciences.
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN FOREST CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT
(This is a fee-paying course only)
The Graduate Certificate is a 32 credit point program which provides
candidates with the concepts and techniques of conservation ecology that
are fundamental to effective forest management. The course is offered
in two modules, BIOL951 Research Techniques in Conservation and a study
tour, BIOL952 Sustainable Forest Management which integrates theory with
field work in a range of locations in eastern Australia.
This Graduate Certificates articulates to a Master of Science (Forest
Conservation and Management).
Entry to the course requires an undergraduate degree in a relevant area
of Science (including forestry and agriculture) or a similar tertiary
qualification with relevant work experience.
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