Majors in Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences

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2 Majors in Medicine, Dentistry and Health A total of 13 undergraduate majors are offered by the : Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Bioengineering Systems Biotechnology Cell and Developmental Biology Genetics Health Informatics Human Structure and Function Of these majors, 12 are available to Bachelor of Science students. Health Informatics and Defence and Disease are only available to students enrolled in the. Defence and Disease will also be unavailable to students who have commenced their studies from 2014 onward, and it has not been included in the above majors list. If you are a pre-2014 student interested in taking the Defence and Disease major, please contact the major coordinator Dr Karena Waller at klwaller@unimelb.edu.au. Which major is best for me? You should choose your major based on your interest in the subject, and your passion for the subject area. Students who love their chosen major are typically engaged, motivated to achieve highly, and extend themselves further with their studies. While your choice of major provides the foundation knowledge for further research (eg Honours/Masters and PhD studies), your major does not provide a direct selection advantage for you if you are planning to enter into a professional health degree such as the Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Physiotherapy, or the Doctor of Dental Science. A major in Biomedicine represents four subjects (50 points at third-year level), and may include specific second year prerequisite subjects (eg Genetics, Biotechnology) and/or alternate first year subjects (eg Bioengineering Systems). Each major will include a practical Capstone experience. Quota Subjects It is important to recognise that a major may include third year subjects that are quota limited (eg Anatomy), or subjects that have quota-limited, second-year prerequisites (eg Physiology). Several subjects offered by the University are termed quota subjects or quota restricted subjects. These are usually laboratory or fieldwork subjects where the capacity for large enrolment is limited by available resources (such as laboratory space). In these situations it is highly recommended that you seek student advice to explore alternate major options at early stages in your course planning. MDHS subjects with quota restrictions are clearly listed in the sample course plans for each major. Please see the MDHS Student Centre quota page for information on the selection process and dates for MDHS quota subjects: Science subjects with quota restrictions can be found at the following webpage: More detailed subject information and majors information can be obtained from the Handbook online, and directly from MDHS majors coordinators. The full list of our coordinators is available at: The University of Melbourne Handbook online is available at: Immunology Microbiology and Immunology Neuroscience Pathology Pharmacology Physiology We have provided sample study plans for each major. These are a guide only and we advise checking the handbook before selecting your subjects. Sample Study Plans Sample study plans have been provided on each page as a guide to possible structures which satisfy the major. Your study plan may vary from these samples. Please check the Handbook prior to selecting subjects. Key to sample to study plans:

3 Careers & graduate pathways Work immediately after graduating The skills acquired in the (B-BMED) and the Bachelor of Science (B-SCI) can be applied to any career where the capacity to analyse, consider, and communicate complex ideas is valued. All majors will reinforce these basic ideals while also providing valuable discipline specific knowledge which can be applied to future careers. Careers open to and Bachelor of Science students who choose to complete a major through the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health include: Hospital Scientist Scientific Equipment Sales Representative Laboratory Technician Pharmaceutical Scientist Microbiologist Diagnostic Technician Pharmaceutical and Medical Supplies Representative Forensic Scientist Professional entry graduate study Graduating with any of the majors will provide you with an ideal background to undertake graduate study at The University of Melbourne. If you are majoring in an MDHS discipline, you may wish to consider a graduate degree in the health sciences such as the Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Dental Surgery, Master of Nursing Science or Doctor of Physiotherapy. Staff at the MDHS Student Centre are available throughout the year to advise all students on the wide range of available MDHS graduate study options. Please note that the completion of specified prerequisites at second year level is required for entry to the Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Dental Surgery and the Doctor of Physiotherapy graduate programs. While Bachelor of Science students will need to select these subjects as part of their course planning, Bachelor of Biomedicine students automatically meet these prerequisite requirements through the completion of the second year core subjects. Bachelor of Science students can refer to au/prerequisites for detailed information on approved subjects. Careers in Bioengineering In addition to the pathways available to students completing MDHS majors, graduates with a Bioengineering Systems major are well-placed to undertake the Master of Engineering (Biomedical) degree. Graduates from this pathway can expect to work in the biotechnology, biomedical or pharmaceutical industries, in research and innovation, in the health services or in government and consulting. Graduates may work for companies such as Cochlear, Aventis, Cell Therapies or GlaxoSmithKline, or for research organisations such as the CSIRO or Bio21. Health Informatics: New in 2014! The Health Informatics major will allow you to pursue a career in healthcare organisations, the e-health sector of the IT industry, government health and technology agencies, and health and biomedical research institutes. This major will give you a strong start toward the recently introduced Certified Health Informatician Australasia (CHIA) certification program run by HISA and supported by industry. More information on this may be found at Graduates with this major will receive advanced standing towards the Master of Information Technology (Health) at The University of Melbourne. Research Pathways Graduates planning a career in research may enrol in an Honours degree or the Master of Biomedical Science. These are both pathways to graduate research degrees such as the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Departments have research programs encompassing fundamental and applied research questions, and graduates from the major can also apply for research projects in other departments, or in affiliated research institutes. Book a Graduate Study Pathways appointment for more!

4 Pre-requisites for students These pre-requisites are correct at the time of printing. Please refer to the Handbook for any updates. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 2nd year: BCMB20005 Techniques in Molecular Science Bioengineering Systems 1st year: ENGR10004 Engineering Systems Design 1 or 2 MAST10006 Calculus 2 MAST10007 Linear Algebra 2nd year: COMP20005 Engineering Computation MAST20029 Engineering Mathematics Biotechnology Depending on specialisation (see Handbook) Cell and Developmental Biology No Pre-requisite Defence & Disease 2nd year: MIIM20002 Microbes, Infections and Responses Genetics 2nd Year: GENE20001 Principles of Genetics Plus one of: GENE20003 Experiments in Genetics BCMB20005 Techniques in Molecular Science MIIM20002 Microbes, Infections and Responses MIIM20003 Experimental Microbiology Health Informatics 1st Year: COMP10001 Foundations of Computing 2nd Year: INFO20002 Foundations of Informatics INFO20003 Database Systems Human Structure and Function No Pre-requisite Immunology No Pre-requisite Microbiology, Infection and Immunology Microbiology and Immunology 2nd Year: MIIM20002 Microbes, Infections and Responses Neuroscience No Pre-requisite Pathology No Pre-requisite Pharmacology No Pre-requisite Physiology No Pre-requisite

5 Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Biochemists and molecular biologists study the structure and function of components of living cells to understand the biological processes that enable all living things to survive and thrive. The structure of complex biomolecules, particularly proteins, is closely linked to their role in the cell, so studying structures can provide valuable information about nominal processes and how they can change to cause disease. More information: Associate Professor Marie Bogoyevitch Anneliese Mak Regina Duffield Bachelor of of Biomedicine Studying Molecular and Cellular Biomedicine in second year was the first time I had been exposed to biochemistry-related content and I discovered that I really enjoyed it. - Sample Course Plan Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Protein Structure and Function Functional Genomics and Bioinformatics Advanced Techniques in Molecular Science Elective Subjects: Molecular Aspects of Cell Biology Cell Signalling and Neurochemistry Biomedical Science Research Project Metabolism and Nutrition OR One third year subject from another major as outlined in the Handbook Quota Subjects This major has quota subjects. Refer to sc.mdhs.unimelb.edu.au/quota for further information. Bachelor of Science - Sample Course Plan

6 Bioengineering Systems Biomedical engineering focuses on the design and operation of medical devices and processes, and applying engineering skills to new medical treatments, instruments and machines. Biomedical engineering is based on biomedical and physical sciences, with specialist knowledge of engineering modelling, measurement, research and design. Biomedical engineers span disciplines to address healthcare-specific problems from a unique perspective. Academic Coordinator: Associate Professor David Grayden grayden@unimelb.edu.au Vinay Sastray I would recommend this major to anyone interested in maths and physics, and in applying these concepts to bioengineering applications such as imaging and scanning, bionic implants and drug design. Melbourne School of Engineering - Sample Course Plan Introduction to Biomechanics Biocellular Systems Engineering Biosystems Design Elective Subjects: Fundamentals of Biosignals Signals and Systems Bachelor of Science - Sample Course Plan

7 Biotechnology Biotechnology is the use of biological knowledge to develop new processes and products for use in industry, health, agribusiness, and other areas of human technology. Biotechnology advances are based on discoveries made in every area of biomedical sciences. Biotechnological companies convert these research advances into products, and Melbourne is an industry leader in the Asia-Pacific region. This major will combine knowledge of how the products of scientific research are commercialised, with training in a relevant discipline area. Associate Professor Ed Newbigin edwardjn@unimelb.edu.au Anneliese Mak My lecturers and the academic staff have been supportive and deliver the information in a clear and interesting manner. I feel that I have learned a lot and am very glad I chose to major in Biotechnology! - Sample Course Plan for Molecular Biotechnology - Genetics. *Quota Subject **Subject to coordinator approval Faculty Faculty of Science There are four specialisations within the Biotechnology major: Agri-Food Biotechnology Molecular Bioechnology Biomedical Biotechnology Chemical Biotechnology Please note: There may be prerequisite requirements at the second year level dependant on the major specialisation you wish to pursue. Please consult the Handbook for further information. Bachelor of Science - Sample Course Plan for Chemical Biotechnology. *Quota Subject **Subject to coordinator approval

8 Cell and Developmental Biology Cells are the building blocks of life. Diseases and disorders like cancer, diabetes, blindness or even a stomach bug are caused by dysfunction at a cellular and/or molecular level. This major will provide you with a broad understanding of how cells function and interact with each other and how these processes regulate embryonic development and tissue homeostasis. This knowledge is critical for understanding disease processes and for the development of cutting edge technologies to improve the human condition. The study of cell and developmental biology in health and disease will not only contribute to further advances but will also provide an understanding of how science impacts on ethics and society. Dr Robb De Iongh r.deiongh@unimelb.edu.au Jeong Yoon Kim Around the time I chose my major, Japanese stem cell researcher Shinya Yamanaka received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his wok on ips (induced pluripotent stem) cell research - very inspiring! Department of Anatomy and Neuroscience - Sample Course Plan for Reproduction and Development stream. There are three specialisations within the Cell and Develpmental Biology major. Reproduction and Development Animal Cell Biology Plant Cell Biology and Development Bachelor of Science - Sample Course Plan for Animal Cell Biology and Development stream.

9 Genetics Genetics is the foundation for studies in biology. It is the study of the variation between living things and how this variation is inherited. Genetics can include studies of gene regulation, development, neurogenetics, population genetics and evolution along with genetic disease detection, prevention and treatment in humans and other animals and plants. A major in Genetics will include molecular genetics, human genetics, evolutionary genetics and genomics which can be applied in areas such as biology, biomedical science, biotechnology, ecology and conservation. Professor Chris Cobbett ccobbett@unimelb.edu.au Qiannan Huang The lecturers are leading experts in genetics, so you really get to know and understand the frontiers in genetics. It is fascinating to learn about the incredible regulation mechanisms encoded by genes in all organisms. - Sample Course Plan Department of Genetics Faculty of Science Evolutionary Genetics and Genomics Genes: Organisation and Function Genetic Analysis Elective Subjects: Molecular Aspects of Cell Biology Concepts in Cell & Developmental Biology Ecology in Changing Environments Evolution and the Human Condition Environmental Plant Physiology Medical Microbiology: Bacteriology Plant Evolution Principles of Immunology Protein Structure and Function Human and Medical Genetics Reproductive Physiology Bachelor of Science - Sample Course Plan

10 Health Informatics Health Informatics (ehealth) is a transformational force in health around the world, and relies increasingly on a specialised professional workforce. The Health Informatics major will enable you to develop knowledge and skills in this fascinating and forward-looking field. The Health Informatics major integrates and applies the fundamentals of information and communication technology, information science, computer science and knowledge management to formulate and solve problems in healthcare, biomedical research and public health. Dr Guillermo Lopez-Campos guillermo.lopez@unimelb.edu.au New Major in 2014! (exclusive to the ) Melbourne Medical School - Sample Course Plan Usability Engineering Web Information Technologies Health and Biomedical Informatics Modern healthcare and biomedical research are information-intensive activities. Health and biomedical informatics is the body of knowledge that concerns the acquisition, storage, retrieval and use of information in, about and for human health, and the design and management of related information systems to advance the understanding and practice of healthcare, public health, and biomedical research. IT Project (Capstone) Core skills and knowledge will be developed in: information management and systems principles and practices; information technology concepts and applications; health systems structure and organization; health and biomedical information attributes and standards; and health and biomedical informatics methods, systems, and strategies. This major will open up pathways for you to work effectively with ehealth and biomedical informatics in future health profession careers. Alternatively, following relevant work experience and certification exams, you may choose to pursue accredited specialist careers as health-informaticians in healthcare, industry, government and research settings.

11 Human Structure and Function The Human Structure and Function major will provide you with a deep understanding of the relationship between the structure of the body and how the different parts of the body work together. You will also have an opportunity to expand this approach by studying complementary topics in pathology, pharmacology, and zoology. Dr Jason Ivanusic j.ivanusic@unimelb.edu.au For a solid foundation in any career or research in the health sciences, study Human Structure and Function. Oshi Swarup Every week we get to see the relevant anatomy in workshops, apply what we have learned in dissections, and finally, put everything into perspective in medical practice through the lectures. - Sample Course Plan Department of Anatomy and Neuroscience Human Locomotor Systems Viscera and Visceral Systems Elective Subjects: Developmental Neurobiology Developmental Biology Visual Neuroscience Mechanisms of Human Disease Muscle and Exercise Physiology Cardiovascular Health: Genes & Hormones Principles of Neuroscience Neurophysiology: Neurons and Circuits Frontiers in Physiology Techniques for Investigation of Disease Bachelor of Science - Sample Course Plan Quota Subjects This major has quota subjects. Refer to sc.mdhs.unimelb.edu.au/quota for further information.

12 Immunology This major provides students with a detailed understanding of Immunology, the study of our immune system. This major integrates fundamental knowledge in a number of related fields including microbiology, biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, and pathology. In response to student interest, the Department of Microbiology and Immunology has introduced this new major to cater for students with appropriate backgrounds in microbiology, biochemistry or genetics who wish to focus their 3rd year studies in Immunology. Dr Karena Waller klwaller@unimelb.edu.au New Major in 2014! - Sample Course Plan Department of Microbiology and Immunology Principles of Immunology Medical and Applied Immunology Techniques in Immunology Elective Subjects: Medical Microbiology: Bacteriology Medical Microbiology: Virology Protein Structure and Function Functional Genomics and Bioinformatics Molecular Aspects of Cell Biology Organisation and Function Concepts in Cell and Developmental Biology Mechanisms of Human Disease Quota Subjects This major has quota subjects. Refer to sc.mdhs.unimelb.edu.au/quota for further information. Bachelor of Science - Sample Course Plan

13 Microbiology and Immunology This major provides students with a detailed understanding of Microbiology and Immunology. It combines the study of infectious microbial agents, predominantly bacteria and viruses, with the study of the host s immune responses, which are often beneficial, but sometimes detrimental to the host. A unique feature of this major is that it offers two specialisations (Microbiology or Infection and Immunity). These specialisations were introduced to specifically cater for students who wish to focus their third year studies in either Microbiology, or in the combination of both disciplines in the Infection and Immunity specialisation. Dr Karena Waller klwaller@unimelb.edu.au Microbiology is both interesting and cutting edge. Most biological developments and advances are from immunology and virology. Kevin Shen Yee Lee - Sample Course Plan for Microbiology specialisation. Department of Microbiology and Immunology There are two specialisations within the Microbiology and Immunology major: Microbiology Infection and Immunity Quota Subjects This major has quota subjects. Refer to sc.mdhs.unimelb.edu.au/quota for further information. Bachelor of Science - Sample Course Plan for Microbiology specialisation.

14 Neuroscience Neuroscience is one of the largest areas of study within the entire sphere of modern biology. It is also an area where Australian research has significant international impact. The Neuroscience major will help you understand the fundamental organisation and functional principles of the nervous system from the biology of nerve cells and neural circuits through to neural systems and complex behaviours. Dr Peter Kitchener A multidisciplinary area, Neuroscience combines a wide of range of methods and conceptual approaches united by a single subject matter: understanding the nervous system. Melanie Wong Studying neuroscience has given me a deep understanding of what we do and how we think. I have gained more insight into human behaviour and function than I had imagined possible through an undergraduate course. - Sample Course Plan Department of Anatomy and Neuroscience Principles of Neuroscience Neurophysiology: Neurons and Circuits Elective Subjects: Developmental Neurobiology Sensation Movement and Complex Functions Visual Neuroscience Drugs Affecting the Nervous System Cell Signalling and Neurochemistry Bachelor of Science - Sample Course Plan

15 Pathology Pathology is the scientific study of the nature of disease, and is the interface between science and medicine. The discipline considers the causes and consequences of disease at a cellular and molecular level and its relationship with the whole organism. Students will establish a fundamental understanding of the response of tissues and cells to injury, the process of healing and the consequence when healing is unsuccessful. These fundamental processes will be consolidated by theoretical and practical examples of human disease. Dr Vicki Lawson v.lawson@unimelb.edu.au The Pathology major integrates knowledge from a range of disciplines and encourages students to apply this knowledge to problems of human health that are of significance to society. Gavin Wei While the idea of staring down a microscope for hours at a stretch might not be everybody s cup of tea, I loved the Pathology major. What I found invaluable was the ability to combine the theoretical and the tangible. - Sample Course Plan Department of Pathology Mechanisms of Human Disease Techniques for Investigation of Disease Frontiers in Human Disease Elective Subjects: Advanced Investigation of Human Disease OR Biomedical Science Research Project OR Another Level 3 subject in anatomy, cell biology, biochemistry and molecular biology, genetics, microbiology and immunology, pharmacology or physiology. Quota Subjects This major has quota subjects. Refer to sc.mdhs.unimelb.edu.au/quota for further information. Bachelor of Science - Sample Course Plan

16 Pharmacology Pharmacology is responsible for major advances in the safe and effective treatment of human diseases such as cancer, diabetes, atherosclerosis, asthma and Parkinson s disease. Breakthroughs are continually being made as new drugs are developed and we gain a deeper understanding of how the body works from knowledge of drug action. Dr Michael Lew michaell@unimelb.edu.au In pharmacology, you will understand the interaction between drugs or toxins and living matter. You will learn about the mechanisms of action, uses and toxicity of biologically active substances like therapeutic agents and agricultural, household and industrial chemicals. Mark Lai Bachelor of Science This is an engaging major that draws on a range of content from entry-level biomedical sciences. It is well-structured and taught by friendly and approachable academic staff. - Sample Course Plan Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics Drugs: From Discovery to Market Drugs in Biomedical Experiments Elective Subjects: Drug Treatment of Disease Drugs Affecting the Nervous System Plus (if required to make up 50 points) electives selected from the following areas of study: Anatomy and Cell Biology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Quota Subjects This major has quota subjects. Refer to sc.mdhs.unimelb.edu.au/quota for further information. Bachelor of Science - Sample Course Plan

17 Physiology Discoveries in physiology have a broad impact upon health and medicine, environmental science, industry, nutrition, exercise and reproductive biology. Many of the discoveries from the human genome rely on physiology to understand their impact on the human body. The Physiology major will teach you how the body works. You will learn about the ways in which the cells, organs, and the whole body function in an integrated way. By understanding normal function, you will investigate disturbances of whole body systems such as those relating to the endocrine, cardiovascular, musculo-skeletal, developmental and nervous control systems. Professor David Williams d.williams@unimelb.edu.au Priscilla Yong In the Physiology major, you come to understand how various body systems work and how they affect day-today life. With this knowledge as a base, you are able to explore solutions to health problems. - Sample Course Plan Bachelor of Science - Sample Course Plan Department of Physiology Frontiers in Physiology Plus one of: Cardiovascular Health: Genes & Hormones Neurophysiology: Neurons and Circuits Muscle and Exercise Physiology Elective Subjects: Human Locomotor Systems Viscera and Visceral Systems Reproductive Physiology Neurophysiology: Neurons and Circuits Principles of Neuroscience Sensation Movement & Complex Functions Cardiovascular Health: Genes & Hormones Muscle and Exercise Physiology Quota Subjects This major has quota subjects. Refer to sc.mdhs.unimelb.edu.au/quota for further information.

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