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BIOL3910 – Advanced Science (Biology) 3
2020 – Full year 1, Weekday attendance, North Ryde
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General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Michael Gillings
Kate Barry
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
130cp including ((BIOL1910 or BIOL188) and (10cp(D) of BIOL units at 2000 level) and (10cp(D) of BIOL or GEOS units at 2000 level)) and admission to BAdvSc and permission by special approval
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Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This PACE unit is for students enrolled in the Advanced Science (Biology) Program. It provides an opportunity to engage with the community, learn through participation, and develop professional skills. It involves undertaking a research internship, which could occur locally, regionally, or overseas. Learning is supported by a series of one hour weekly tutorials to discuss hot topics and recent research advances in biology with a variety of scientists from diverse backgrounds. Entrance is strictly limited so that a small group is maintained to ensure personal contact with research professionals. Students will be required to produce a report (in scientific format) on their findings at an annual conference. |
Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Solve problems in a real-world context using discipline-specific knowledge and skills acquired throughout the Biology program
- ULO2: Employ the tools, methodologies, language and conventions of Biology to develop and test new ideas
- ULO3: Employ critically-reflective, self-directed, and self-motivated strategies for learning
- ULO4: Work effectively and ethically in a multifaceted scientific environment
- ULO5: Summarise and effectively communicate scientific ideas to different audiences
- ULO6: Map discipline-specific knowledge, ethics, negotiation skills, cross-cultural and interpersonal skills to the requirements of a range of future career paths
Assessment Tasks
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Delivery and Resources
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- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4 December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
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Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results
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