Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (Molecular Genetics)

Curtin University

This course explores areas of biology that are related to human health and disease. It also provides the flexibility to tailor your studies to your preferred career – from vaccine development to formulating new pharmaceuticals. The course is ideal if you’re interested in combining biology with medicine for a career at the forefront of health science and innovation. In our Physical Containment Level 2 Laboratory, you can analyse samples and report results in the same way as a real industry pathology laboratory. Develop real-world experience before you graduate. Learn how work-integrated learning helps you build career skills and connect with industry early. In this major, you will learn about genetics and genomics, and how universal principles and advances in this area can improve health outcomes. You'll study molecular biology, human genetic disease, bioinformatics and genetic engineering – learning theory alongside laboratory practice – and explore advanced technology for molecular and genetic analyses. You'll also develop skills in critical thinking and science communication.

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