Found 226 study abroad units
SWB202 Health, Wellbeing and Social Work
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Social workers frequently work in the health system and when working in other fields of practice, the health and wellbeing of clients, families and more broadly the community, remains of central importance. This unit is placed in the second year of the social work course, providing opportunity for you to build upon existing knowledge and self-awareness to enable critical exploration of theories and systems relevant to health and wellbeing and living a 'good life'. In this unit a social justice and anti-oppressive perspective is applied to the health of communities not just individuals. This means considering health and wellbeing in its many dimensions (social, psychological, cultural, structural and spiritual), and their historical and political context. It also means understanding the way that burden of disease and social determinants of health are related to oppressed populations; how colonisation and neoliberalism affect health and wellbeing.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
NSB231 Integrated Nursing Practice 2 On campus
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- School/discipline
- School of Nursing
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit is at the developing stage of the course and builds on preceding units. You are expected to draw on knowledge and skills gained in previous units to enhance your understanding of nursing practice and peoples’ experience of health and illness. Peoples’ experiences of the continuum of care in different contexts of health care are emphasised to highlight chronic and acute dimensions of illness using unfolding clinical cases. The unit also has a synergetic relationship with the NSB232 Integrated Nursing Practice 2 – Off campus unit, and units are co-requisites. A thorough understanding of the NMBA Registered Nurse Standards for Practice, national health priorities, and National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards is essential to nursing practice and will underpin success in this unit. Please refer to the published timetable.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
NSB236 Integrated Nursing Practice 3 On Campus
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Nursing
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit consolidates cognitive skills in clinical reasoning by integrating prior knowledge and skills and further develop your understanding of decisions that informs nursing practice at a developing level. Peoples’ experiences of the continuum of care in different contexts of health care are emphasised to highlight chronic and acute dimensions of illness using complex clinical cases. The critical thinking and analyses of nursing practice elements of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Registered Nurse Standards for Practice are particularly emphasised. This unit links to subsequent integrated nursing practice units.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
NSB132 Integrated Nursing Practice 1 On campus
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Nursing
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This beginning-level unit aims to establish cognitive skills in clinical reasoning which inform provision of safe, person-centred, and evidence-based nursing practice. This unit directly links to subsequent Integrated Nursing Practice units. Unit learning activities develop your understanding of the nurse role and skills in clinical reasoning relevant to fundamental care provision. Practice reflecting the Aged Care Quality Standards is a particular focus, and this is then further explored and consolidated in subsequent integrated nursing practice units.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
XNH269 Evidence Based Practice in Exercise Science
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
On completion of this unit you will have a fundamental understanding of the research process and how research informs the practice of exercise professionals. The skills you will develop include; 1) the ability to conduct a literature review; 2) provide a critical evaluation of research evidence (e.g. journal articles) supporting an evidence-based exercise science practice, and 3) interpret qualitative and quantitative data in the field of exercise science. This unit provides an introduction to the research processes and basic analytical methods commonly used in this field to develop evidence-based practice.This is a crucial part of the professional roles of exercise scientists, exercise physiologists and other sport, physical activity and exercise professionals. The development of research skills in this unit provides the basis for you to undertake future studies in exercise research.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LQB682 Biomolecular Design
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Biomolecular Design provides an advanced theoretical and practical foundation for careers in biomedical research, development, and biotechnology. It focuses on the methodologies and applications of protein-based analytical technologies, which are relevant for biomedical research, and therapeutic development. You will explore these technologies gaining hands-on experience in laboratory-based approaches while also developing the critical thinking skills required for evaluating emerging technologies. Building on prior studies in biochemistry and molecular biology, this unit equips you with essential competencies for experimental design, data analysis, and problem-solving in biological research. Additionally, it extends your understanding for broader applications, including regulatory considerations, technology assessment, and intellectual property.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LQB684 Advances in Medical Biotechnology
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit has a focus on learning by doing. Students design their own experimental methods, conduct research, collect data and analyze their results. Students focus their research project on one of the below questions in personalized medicine; Bio-Organoids: A cellular based research project utilizing 3D tissue culture, cellular assays and immunofluorescence. Genomic medicine: A dry-lab research project using GWAS to gain biological insight and tailor patient clinical management. Biomolecular analysis: Using advanced level biochemical assays including chromatographic and electrophoretic techniques. The research is complemented by an understanding of emerging treatments for health problems in remote Australia and Indigenous communities. You will further develop your scientific research and analytical skills and design innovative solutions for improving modern healthcare.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LQB683 Diagnostic Cytopathology
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
The goal of cytopathology is to predict the underlying histology of lesions using small samples obtained by minimally invasive methods. The results are used to direct patient management and often involve the integration of diagnostic tests you have developed and applied in earlier units, such as histology, immunohistochemistry and molecular pathology. This unit builds on the knowledge and practical skills you have gained in LSB466 and LSB566 to expand your practical/technical and diagnostic skills. This unit prepares you for employment in a diagnostic cytopathology laboratory and introduces the types of specimens reported, methods of processing applied and the cytological features used to diagnose tumours and benign conditions.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
PUB490 Quality Management in Health
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Quality and risk management are important areas of activity for health care professionals, particularly in relation to clinical and administrative services, patient advocacy and more generally within health services as a whole. This unit provides you with the necessary knowledge and skills to develop a quality management program, perform quality improvement activities, and expand outcomes into process improvements and organisational change. Methods of health care performance measurement are explored, and a clinical quality framework model is introduced. Issues relating to administrative and clinical data quality, safety and privacy in an increasingly digital health care environment are also considered. This unit aims to provide a broad overview of health service and clinical management and is suitable for all undergraduates enrolled in a health-related degree.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LQB693 Immunological Approaches for Research
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- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Our immune system has evolved to discriminate between self and non-self in order to protect us against disease and to avoid autoimmune responses and disease. Understanding how our immune system works will allow an appreciation of the analyses, and their performance, required to monitor its function in health and disease. As one of the final units in the infection and immunity learning progression, this unit will collate the fundamental and advanced knowledge of immunology covered in the Biomedical Sciences' Infection and Immunity study area and illustrate the application of this knowledge and understanding by immunologists to recent real-world research focus areas. This approach will assist with your transition from university study into research career paths that understand and employ immunological research methods to investigate immunological study areas.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LQB697 Cytogenomics
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- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit provides high-level training in human cytogenomics to provide clinical and research scientists with the knowledge and skills for the detection and clinical interpretation of germline and somatic chromosomal genomic disorders. This unit will provide a strong foundation applicable to diagnostic cytogenomic and research laboratories.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LQB694 Infectious Disease Outbreaks
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- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Infectious diseases continue to be a major public health concern in Australia and globally. The emergence of drug-resistant bacteria and viruses that cause disease outbreaks and epidemics is a significant global health burden. Microbiologists play an essential role in the detection and management of infectious diseases, they research the pathogenesis and epidemiology of microbial pathogens, and develop new diagnostic, preventative and therapeutic technologies to prepare for disease outbreaks. You will apply your knowledge and understanding of infectious diseases to recent, real world disease outbreaks. This unit will also expose you to researchers and industry experts from universities, hospitals, and government organisations that deal with infectious diseases on a daily basis and will provide you with insights into career opportunities in this field.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LSB235 Anatomy of the Lower Limb
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- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This is a foundational anatomy unit for clinical practice in Podiatry which requires a detailed understanding and knowledge of the systemic and regional anatomy of the lower limb. This unit introduces you to the theoretical and practical concepts of these two areas of anatomy. It builds on LQB187 Human Anatomy and prepares you for your clinical studies.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LQB601 Cancer Biology
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- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide and research into its treatment and prevention has significantly improved cancer mortality rates. This unit will build upon knowledge and skills acquired from Cell and Molecular Biology (LQB182); Human Health and Disease Concepts (LQB281), Cell Biology (LQB485), and other Biomedical Science units to specifically inform the study of cancer biology and the implementation of technologies employed to investigate this complex group of diseases. This unit has a substantial practical focus and will prepare students for further study in medical or biomedical fields, or for biomedical research. Cancer is a major research priority at QUT and this unit will provide a strong foundation for undertaking Higher Degree Research in this field. The unit will also deliver a hands-on experience in cancer research laboratory techniques that will ably equip cell and molecular biology students intending to enter the workforce following graduation.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LQB600 Pharmacology
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
An understanding of pharmacology and how drugs interact with physiological systems is important for biomedical scientists. This unit will extend your knowledge of systems physiology/pathophysiology gained in Medical Physiology 1 (LQB388) and Medical Physiology 2 (LQB488) and help you understand the principles behind the use of medicines, as well as the rationale for the development of new drugs. There will be an emphasis on learning about the major mechanisms of drug action. This unit will focus on common diseases and a number of body systems, including the peripheral and central nervous systems, cardiovascular system, respiratory system and endocrine system. This unit will prepare you for working in the field of clinical physiology, or for further studies in allied health, or medicine, and provide an understanding of the physiological basis of pharmacology for students interested in undertaking research in this exciting specialism.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
PYB102 The Mind and the Brain
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- School/discipline
- School of Psychology and Counselling
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Psychology is a broad-ranging and multifaceted discipline which encompasses the scientific study of human behaviour and the systematic application of knowledge gained from psychological research to a broad range of real-world issues. The goal of this foundational unit is to introduce you to the areas of biological (physiological) and cognitive psychology and to develop your understanding of the methods used to critically evaluate, ethically conduct, and effectively communicate psychological research. This unit will include discussion of responsible and ethical use of generative artificial intelligence technologies, which may include the critical evaluation of generative artificial intelligence capabilities, limitations, accuracy and biases.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
SWH200 Critically Reflective Practice in Organisations
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- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit engages you in critical examination of the professional role within contemporary organisational contexts. The unit integrates whole of course theory and practice by drawing on practice experiences from your field education placement as a stimulus for learning. The unit employs critically reflective approaches to learning and teaching about critical practice within contemporary workplaces characterised by neoliberal policies and managerialist practices. You will develop an understanding of ethical practice in organisations, informed by critical social theories, using a critical incident from your practice experience as a platform to develop your practice framework. This capstone unit links your own experiences with recent theoretical developments in professional practice for the social work and human services discipline. The unit focuses on building your organisational competence and professional confidence, as well as your commitment to critically reflective practice.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LQB608 Extreme Physiology
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit is designed for students undertaking the human physiology major in the Bachelor of Biomedical Science. You will integrate and apply knowledge obtained from Medical Physiology 1 (LQB388) and Medical Physiology 2 (LQB488) to study a number of advanced topics in physiology. In addition you will develop your ability to discuss, interpret and critically analyse important scientific issues. By successfully completing this unit you will be able to demonstrate a range of important skills including critical thinking, team work, planning, scientific writing, time-management, problem-solving and organisation skills. This unit has a very strong practical focus and you will investigate physiological problems independently and as a member of a team. These skills will prepare you for postgraduate study (such as the Bachelor of Biomedical Science - Honours), to work in biomedical research or for a career in clinical physiology.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
NSB102 Professional Practice and Cultural Safety
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Nursing
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
As healthcare providers, nurses need knowledge, skills, and attributes to implement culturally safe, person-centred, inclusive care for people from all backgrounds across the lifespan. To meet regulatory requirements, ethical, professional, and quality standards, this foundational unit introduces cultural safety as a model underpinning professional nursing practice. Knowledge of the impact of our own cultures and those of professions and systems is essential to provide inclusive nursing care that is respectful and compassionate, free of racism, stigma, and other forms of discrimination across all practice settings. This unit introduces social determinants of health that underpin cultural safety, societal responses to diversity and the impacts of these responses on health. The significance of nurses providing culturally safe care that improves peoples' health outcomes is emphasised throughout the unit.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LQB286 Quantitative Skills for Health Scientists
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- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Quantitative Skills for Health Scientists develops and reinforces key foundational numerical literacy, practical and quantitative skills which are required for practicing biomedical and/or medical laboratory scientists. The unit provides opportunities to apply these skills through collaborative workshops which provide a forum for practically applying numerical skills and data analysis, to enhance scientific communication in the biomedical sciences. This unit is designed to expand students' knowledge of important skills and competencies in numeracy, mathematical operations, data collection and analysis, and biostatistics, that provide a strong foundation for continuing studies in the broad range of biomedical disciplines and related health areas.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
PUB406 Taking Action for Health Promotion
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- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit focuses on critically analysing and planning health promotion using health promotion frameworks. Applying these frameworks to design contemporary health promotion solutions is essential for those who wish to work in a health promotion or related field. This unit extends the fundamental health promotion knowledge learnt in PUB530, Health Education and Behaviour Change to enable the translation of knowledge into practice. PUB406 provides essential learning for PUB875 Professional Practice.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LQB280 Genes, Genomes and Genetics
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- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Molecular genetics underpins the diagnostics and treatment of many inherited and acquired diseases. Central to the approaches currently being applied to understand complex life processes is the ability to interrogate and interpret the molecular genetic information stored in DNA, RNA or protein (i.e., bioinformatics and genomics). Such information not only underpins our identification and understanding of the particular disease state but also points to potential options for treatment. Higher-level studies in the life sciences, and specifically the health-related sciences, require an understanding of these basic theoretical and practical concepts and approaches to interrogating the genomes of humans and other organisms.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
OPB550 Diseases of the Eye 1
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- School/discipline
- Optometry and Vision Science
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
Optometrists play a major role in the fight against eye disease. In conducting eye examinations, optometrists must also be adept at detecting systemic diseases that cause ocular signs and symptoms. This unit will enhance your knowledge of eye diseases - a critical part of optometry studies and future practice. It provides you with knowledge of diseases and conditions influencing the anterior eye, including the diagnosis and management of conditions. Knowledge from this unit will be highly relevant to future units in the Master of Optometry (OP85) course involving clinical optometric practice and therapeutic management of eye disease.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
OPB556 Ocular Examination Skills 1
Unit information
- School/discipline
- Optometry and Vision Science
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit introduces the theory and practical skills of techniques for examining patients' eyes and assessing visual functions. Subjective and objective techniques of assessing visual status are learned. The skills necessary to communicate with patients are introduced. The unit builds on prior knowledge in visual science, ophthalmic optics and communication skills.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
PUB416 Research to Change the World
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- School/discipline
- School of Public Health and Social Work
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
An understanding of the research process and tools, different types of research, and how to interpret and critically evaluate research in its multiple forms is needed to work effectively in Public Health and related areas. The unit explores a range of research methods - quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods. It will develop your skills in how to develop research questions and design surveys to address them.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LQB362 Fundamentals of Microbiology
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- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
Medical microbiology involves research into human infectious diseases from multiple viewpoints including: spectrum of disease, diagnosis, aetiology, treatment, prevention, control and epidemiology. An integral part of the practice of medical microbiology is the laboratory processing of specimens derived from patients with infectious diseases, with a focus in this unit on bacterial, fungal and parasitic species. Ultimately, you will need to have both a comprehensive and in-depth knowledge and understanding of theoretical concepts in infectious disease microbiology and be able to apply that knowledge and understanding safely, competently and skilfully in a PC2 diagnostic laboratory context.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LQB385 Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics
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- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
The human genome shapes who we are. In this unit, you will learn how, why, when and where genes are expressed. You will learn about the human genome, the importance of protein coding genes and of regions that do not encode proteins and the consequences of genetic variation and mutations, which may cause disease. An important part of the unit is the hands-on development of molecular biology skills in the laboratory and bioinformatics skills on the computer. You will amplify, quantify, sequence and clone DNA. You will also use the Nobel prize-winning technology CRISPR, a gene-editing tool that has shown early successes in the treatment of patients by correcting genetic defects. Finally, you will use bioinformatics approaches to analyse DNA, RNA and protein sequences, including in the context of disease, and learn data analytics approaches, which are invaluable in the current era of big data and precision medicine.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LQB382 Developmental Anatomy and Tissue Adaptation
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
The human body is very responsive to its environment, both in terms of genetic cues during embryological development and hormonal and mechanical signals during post-natal ageing. This unit will explore a number of key embryological processes where tissue patterning results in the formation of the nervous, muscular, skeletal and cardiovascular organ systems, and provides the foundational understanding of the mechanisms responsible for anatomical variation in the human body. Furthermore the ability of tissues to adapt to their environment will be discussed by building understanding of tissue biomechanics and the effects of trauma and ageing on the human body; where you will have the opportunity to design, implement and analyse experimental data in a bone strength research project. This developmental unit builds on foundational knowledge gained in first year anatomy and provides keystone knowledge and skills to advance into further units in Anatomical Sciences.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LQB389 Regional and Sectional Anatomy for Radiation Therapy
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- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
A detailed knowledge and understanding of regional and cross-sectional anatomy is a basic requirement for radiation therapists working in clinical and diagnostic settings to excel in their performance in radiotherapeutic procedures. This unit provides theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the identification and description of biological structures in the anatomical regions of the human body. These regions include the head, neck, back, thorax, abdomen, pelvis and perineum, with a focus on the lymphatic system.
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.
LQB388 Medical Physiology 1
Unit information
- School/discipline
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
An appreciation of how the human body works is an important prerequisite to understanding the basis of health, disease, diagnostic technologies and treatment strategies. This unit deals specifically with the physiological systems that are responsible for the maintenance of health in humans. It therefore provides a useful frame of reference for students enrolled in biomedical science, nutrition science, nutrition and dietetics, exercise science, medical engineering or any of the biological sciences. In the course of the semester you will investigate half the systems that constitute the human body with the remainder dealt with in the second semester unit Medical Physiology 2 (LQB488).
Approval required
You can only enrol in this undergraduate unit if you meet the specified requirements and have significant background knowledge in the area of study. After you apply, we will assess the units and your background knowledge and let you know the outcome.