Overview
Physiology is all about what makes human bodies work - how we sustain health and function in the face of different living conditions. Physiology integrates function right from molecules and cells of the body, through to organs and how the different organ systems work together. A physiologist develops an understanding … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Explain the function of the different body systems by applying knowledge of physiological mechanisms from a cellular through to tissue level.
2.
Explain the maintenance of healthy body function by integrating the physiological principles of different body systems.
3.
Critically analyse, interpret and effectively communicate physiological experiments and literature.
Available in Program(s) Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:
Bachelor of Science - BSc3970 - Science
Specialisation Structure
Students must complete 72 UOC.
Level 1 Core Courses18 Units of Credit:
Level 2 Core Courses12 Units of Credit:
Level 1 Prescribed Electives6 Units of Credit:
Level 2 Prescribed Electives12 Units of Credit:
Level 3 Prescribed Electives24 Units of Credit:
Level 3 Recommended Elective
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Additional Information
Honours
Students interested in pursuing Honours in Physiology should refer to program 4500 I Science (Honours) and the Physiology Honours handbook entries.
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