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Bachelor of Medical Science/TAFE Diploma of Laboratory Techniques (Pathology Testing)
Testamur Title of Degree: |
Bachelor of Medical Science TAFE Diploma of Laboratory Techniques (Pathology Testing) |
Abbreviation: |
BMedSc |
Home Faculty: |
Health and Behavioural Sciences |
Duration: |
4 years full-time |
Total Credit Points: |
144 cp UOW; 837 hr TAFE |
Delivery Mode: |
Day |
Starting Session(s): |
Autumn |
Location: |
Wollongong |
UOW Course Code: |
787 |
UAC Code: |
757641 |
CRICOS Code: |
036458B |
Overview
The double award of Bachelor of Medical Science/TAFE Diploma of Laboratory Techniques (Pathology Testing), provides opportunities for improved vocational outcomes, and the development of practical skills through simultaneous enrolment in the university degree and the TAFE diploma.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
Domestic school leavers are assumed to have completed any two units of English, plus four units of Science and/or Maths. International students are required to have achieved an IELTS score of 6.5, with a level of 6 in reading, writing, speaking and listening.
Students in the Bachelor of Medical Science can elect to enter this combined program after 2 years of study.
Recommended Study: See Bachelor of Medical Science.
Course Requirements
The Bachelor of Medical Science/TAFE Diploma of Laboratory Techniques (Pathology Testing) degree requires 4 years of full-time study. Students need to complete the first two years of the Bachelor degree at the University of Wollongong. The third year will normally be undertaken at TAFE. Students will then complete the remaining subjects of the dual program in their fourth year of study at the University.
Course Program
Note: ITALIC type indicates TAFE component
Subjects |
Session |
Credit Points | |
Year 1 | |||
Systemic Anatomy |
Autumn |
6 | |
Chemistry 1A |
Autumn |
6 | |
Introduction to Behavioural Science |
Autumn |
6 | |
Human Growth, Nutrition and Exercise |
Autumn |
6 | |
Human Physiology: Principles and Systems |
Spring |
6 | |
Molecules, Cells and Organisms |
Spring |
6 | |
Chemistry 1B |
Spring |
6 | |
Introduction to Management |
Spring |
6 | |
Year 2 | |||
Human Physiology II: Control Mechanisms |
Autumn |
6 | |
Principles of Biochemistry |
Autumn |
6 | |
Histology |
Autumn |
6 | |
The Biochemistry of Energy and Metabolism |
Spring |
6 | |
Introduction to Pathophysiology |
Spring |
6 | |
Statistics for the Natural Sciences |
Spring |
6 | |
Occupational Health and Safety Management |
Spring |
6 | |
Plus a further 6 cp from: | |||
Foundations of Biomechanics |
Autumn |
6 | |
Organic Chemistry II |
Autumn |
6 | |
Globalisation: Technology, Culture and Media |
Autumn |
8 | |
Or other approved subjects | |||
Year 3 | |||
6849AG |
Laboratory Testing & Procedures 2 |
72 hrs | |
6849AH |
Laboratory Testing & Procedures 3 |
45 hrs | |
6849AA |
Calibration & Data Handling |
27 hrs | |
6850AA |
Quality Improvement |
18 hrs | |
6850AD |
Instrumental Tests 1 - Spectroscopy |
45 hrs | |
6850AE |
Instrumental Tests 2 - Chromatography |
36 hrs | |
6850AF |
Instrumental Tests 3 |
18 hrs | |
1822F |
Histotechnology |
45 hrs | |
1822A |
Microbiology |
45 hrs | |
1822D |
Haematology 1 |
54 hrs | |
1822H |
Clinical Chemistry 1 |
54 hrs | |
1822B |
Medical Microbiology |
45 hrs | |
1822G |
Histotechnology 2 |
45 hrs | |
1822K |
Immunohaematology |
45 hrs | |
1822E |
Haematology II |
54 hrs | |
1822C |
Parasitology and Virology |
18 hrs | |
1822J |
Clinical Chemistry II |
54 hrs | |
1822L |
Workplace Practice 4 - Pathology |
27 hrs | |
1822M |
Workplace Practice 5 - Pathology |
27 hrs | |
Year 4 | |||
Fundamentals of Neuroscience |
Autumn |
8 | |
Anatomy II Regional Anatomy |
Spring |
8 | |
Plus a further 16 cp from | |||
Research Topics |
Autumn/Spring |
8 | |
Nutrients and Metabolism |
Autumn |
8 | |
Cardiorespiratory Physiology |
Autumn |
8 | |
Principles of Pharmacology |
Autumn |
8 | |
Or other approved subjects | |||
Plus a further 16 cp from: | |||
Research Topics |
Autumn/Spring |
8 | |
Advanced Topics in Pathophysiology |
Spring |
8 | |
Motor Control and Dysfunction |
Spring |
8 | |
Bioethics |
Spring |
8 | |
Or other approved subjects | |||
Honours
Students wishing to proceed to Honours enrol in the Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours). Students should consult the information listed under the Bachelor of Medical Science.
Professional Recognition
Graduates may become members of the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS).
Other Information
Students are advised to consult the course coordinator about subject selection and enrolment in the TAFE component.
