Handbook

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Overview

This course is designed to introduce students to research methodology and to stimulate critical and lateral thinking in the context of problem-solving. The course involves directed reading, laboratory work and the use of internet resources. Students work on a research project under the supervision of a member of the academic staff who defines the project. The course provides unique opportunities for students to conduct independent laboratory work, experience new technologies, and contribute to solving real-world problems.
Enrolment in this course is by invitation and is based on academic performance. Interested students should contact the course coordinator or the BABS Student Office (BABStudent@unsw.edu.au).
Note: This course is restricted to students who have completed 48 units of credit, have a WAM of 75 or more and are enrolled in a Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Genetics, Microbiology or Molecular and Cell Biology major in one of the following programs*:
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Advanced Science
Bachelor of Medical Science
*including associated dual degree programs.

Conditions for Enrolment

Prerequisite: WAM 75 or above

Delivery

Multimodal - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)

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Fees

Type	Amount
Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable)	$1119
Domestic Students	$6840
International Students	$6840

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Commonwealth Supported Students:

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Faculty
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School
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Study Level
Study Level refers to the academic level of a program, specialisation or course.

Undergraduate

Offering Terms
Depending on the Academic Calendar type, an offering term generally refers to an academic teaching period of between 8-13 weeks in duration.

Term 1, Term 2, Term 3

Campus

Sydney

Academic Calendar

Field of Education

019909 Laboratory Technology

Timetable

Course Outline
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Biomolecular Science Laboratory Project (Advanced)

BABS3301

6 Units of Credit