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MONASH SCIENCE COURSE GUIDE 2017 sci.monash.edu.my
Scientific discoveries continue to change the world we live
in. Science is a way of life suited to people who are
open-minded, practical, curious and able to question why.
AT A GLANCE
• High-quality education that instills strong knowledge of science to help you become
independent, responsible, open-minded, self-motivated and a critical thinker
• Specialisations in biology, biotechnology, food, medicinal chemistry and medical bioscience
taught by world-class researchers with state-of-the-art laboratories
• Guidance from highly qualified and experienced academics and professors with
international backgrounds
Upon graduation, you will have career opportunities in fields such as medical and
pharmaceutical research, biotechnology, genetic engineering, biomedical instrumentation,
food science and technology, and environmental consulting.
RANKING AND RECOGNITION
#
33for
Chemistry
TOP 100
for Biological Sciences
and Environmental Sciences
QS World University Rankings by Subject 2016 QS World University Rankings by Subject 2016
#
44for
Chemistry
TOP 150
for Natural Science and Mathematics
and Life and Agricultural Sciences
Academic Ranking of World Universities 2015 by Subject Academic Ranking of World Universities 2015 by Field
Accredited by
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UNDERGRADUATE COURSES
BACHELOR OF
SCIENCE
CAREER OUTCOMES • Psychology
• Tropical environmental biology
Graduates of this course can find
employment in areas such as: It is recommended that you consider
• Forensics completing level 2 units in more than one
area of science to maximise your choice of
DURATION INTAKES • Clinical trials coordination
major at level 3.
3 years February, July • Intellectual property management
and October • Brewing If you intend to undertake an honours year
you should ensure you complete the
• Veterinary and animal health
specific units required as a pre-requisite for
• Biomedical product marketing honours in your chosen major area of study.
• Food quality assurance and food law
The Bachelor of Science (BSc) offers Part C. Free elective study (48 points)
• Food retail and marketing
flexibility in science education yet provides Your elective units may be chosen from
• Drug discovery and development
in-depth training in at least one specialised remaining units available in the Bachelor of
area. In the first year, you will sample from • Water authorities
Science course and will enable you to
a wide range of units before choosing the • Conservation and marine biology
extend your major or to complete a second
major sequence that suits your interest in • Environmental management major or minor(s).
the second year. A special feature of the
course allows you to pursue non-science Elective units may also be taken from
units at different schools, e.g., COURSE REQUIREMENTS non-science disciplines to broaden your
communication, psychology, management, knowledge or to complete a major or
Part A. Science specified study minor(s) from another course as long as
to form a study plan that suits your
(48 points) you have the prerequisites and there are no
individual needs and career aspirations.
Students must complete all of the restrictions on enrolment in the units.
following:
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM • At least six level 1 science units (36
OF STUDY points) including:
NOTES:
a) a minimum of two level 1 science Overall students must complete:
The specific program of study is
dependent on the combination of approved sequences • A minimum of 96 points of core science
compulsory units, major sequence and b) at least one level 1 mathematics or studies
other units. Below is an example of a statistics unit from: • No more than ten level 1 units (60
program of study for the Bachelor of points) across the whole course
(i) Introduction to statistical reasoning
Science: (ii) Statistical methods for science
STAGE ONE • The course core unit, Scientific practice PREREQUISITES
and communication • English (Monash’s minimum English
• Four units of level 1 science sequences
• A minimum of ten science units (60 language requirements apply)
• Introduction to statistical reasoning or points) at level 2 and 3 (including the
Statistical methods for science • A passing grade in one of Biology,
course core unit), with at least four Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics,
• One science level 1 unit science units at level 3 Geography, Psychology or Higher Level
• Two units from science or another Part B. Science listed major (48 points) Mathematics (Australian Year 12
school equivalent)
Complete at least one science listed major
STAGE TWO from those listed below. A major requires
• Four units of science major eight units with no more than two units at
level 1 (12 points) and at least three units
• Scientific practice and communication
(18 points) at level 3.
• Three units from science or another
school AREAS OF STUDY
• Applied microbiology
STAGE THREE
• Biotechnology
• Four units of science major
• Medicinal chemistry
• Four units from science or another school
2UNDERGRADUATE COURSES
BACHELOR OF
FOOD SCIENCE
AND TECHNOLOGY
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM COURSE REQUIREMENTS
OF STUDY The course comprises 144 points of which
132 points comprise food science and
STAGE ONE technology study and 12 points are free
electives.
• Biology I and II
DURATION INTAKES
3 years February, July • Fundamentals of biotechnology Elective units may be at any level, however,
and October • Chemistry I advanced no more than 10 units (60 points) may be
• Chemistry II advanced completed at level 1.
• Fundamentals of food science
• Introduction to statistical reasoning or
Statistical methods for science
PREREQUISITES
The Bachelor of Food Science and • English (Monash’s minimum English
Technology is your opportunity to make a • One six-point elective unit
language requirements apply)
difference to the health and well-being of • A passing grade in one of Biology,
future generations. The course focuses on STAGE TWO
Chemistry, Mathematics (Australian Year
helping you to develop a greater • Food bioprocess technology 12 equivalent)
understanding of the science of food and • Data analysis for science
the way raw materials are processed into • Biochemistry
food. It also focuses on aspects of the
• Spectroscopy and analytical chemistry
technology of food such as preservation,
processing, packaging and distribution • Food chemistry
which ensure that food is safe, nutritious, • Fundamentals of microbiology
and wholesome. • Scientific practice and communication
Graduates of the course are critical • One six-point elective unit
thinkers with skills and techniques related
to the broad areas of food science and STAGE THREE
technology. The course also increases • Food and industrial microbiology
understanding of the importance of food to • Human nutrition
human nutrition and well-being.
• Food preservation
Upon completion of this course, you will • Functional foods
have the knowledge of science across a • Food processing
range of science disciplines, with
• Food product development
advanced knowledge and skills in a broad
spectrum of areas relating to food science • Food science internship
and technology. In addition, you will gain • Laboratory and workplace management
an internship experience with industry.
This course has been recognised by the Career outcomes
International Union of Food Science and Graduates find employment in national and
Technology (IUFoST) as having met multinational food companies in the
regional guidelines in food science and following areas:
technology programmes of study.
• Food product development
• Production
• Quality assurance and control
• Sensory analysis
• Food laws and regulations
• Sales and marketing
• Management
3UNDERGRADUATE COURSES
BACHELOR OF
MEDICAL BIOSCIENCE
RECOMMENDED PROGRAM • Management
OF STUDY • Veterinary diagnostic laboratories
• Research
STAGE ONE • Education
• Biology I and II • Biomedical equipment and
DURATION INTAKES
• Fundamentals of biotechnology pharmaceutical sales
3 years February, July
and October • Chemistry I advanced
• Chemistry II advanced COURSE REQUIREMENTS
• Introduction to statistical reasoning or
Statistical methods for science The course comprises 144 points of which
132 points comprise biomedical science
The course provides training in medical • Introduction to anatomy
study and 12 points are free electives.
bioscience with a focus on • One six-point elective unit
medical/molecular diagnostics and medical Elective units may be at any level, however,
biotechnology. You will study a wide range STAGE TWO no more than 10 units (60 points) may be
of topics including anatomy, biochemistry, completed at level 1.
• Biochemistry
cellular metabolism, immunology, medical
microbiology, human physiology, • Recombinant DNA technology
pharmacology and pathology. • Fundamentals of microbiology PREREQUISITES
• Cellular metabolism
The course offers a regionally appropriate • English (Monash’s minimum English
perspective relevant to the local • Scientific practice and communication language requirements apply)
geographical and healthcare context; this • Physiology of human body systems • A passing grade in Chemistry (Australian
is primarily achieved by the inclusion of • Physiology of human health Year 12 equivalent)
suitable examples and case studies. An • One six-point elective unit • A passing grade in Biology and
applied research project is available as an Mathematics (Australian Year 12
elective unit, enabling qualified students to STAGE THREE equivalent) is recommended
undertake meaningful research and further
• Principles of pathology I
develop technical skills.
• Principles of pathology II PROFESSIONAL ATTACHMENT
Upon completion of this course, you will
• Medical microbiology Students will normally engage in diagnostic
have the knowledge of science across a
• Fundamentals of toxicology laboratories and hospitals during their
range of disciplines, with a high level of
• Molecular biology and biotechnology internship. Companies such as Sunway
understanding and appreciation in a broad
Medical Centre, Pantai Hospital, Assunta
spectrum of areas relating to medical • Essentials of applied immunology
Hospital, Tawakal Hospital, Pathology and
bioscience. You will develop quantitative • Principles of pharmacology Diagnostic laboratory, Pantai Premier
and qualitative research skills and will have
• Medical bioscience internship Pathology and Ace Labsystem have
an understanding of the importance of an
accepted our students for internship. The
ethical basis for scientific research and
duration of the internships is eight weeks,
development activity particularly in the CAREER OUTCOMES from December to January of the following
context of areas such as clinical/pathology
Graduates can find employment in: year. The School will conduct a briefing for
laboratory skill and human health.
students prior to their internship to advise
• Clinical, diagnostic, pharmaceutical and
This course also equips you for employment you on the procedures involved and what
forensic laboratories
in both the public and corporate/private to expect in your placements.
sectors where the emphasis is on skills • Healthcare industry
such as data collection, analysis and
interpretation, presentation and
communication skills, and the capacity to
work in a team.
4UNDERGRADUATE COURSES
BACHELOR OF
SCIENCE (HONOURS)
DURATION INTAKES
1 year February and
July
The Science Honours program is a one
year degree that eligible students may opt
to pursue after the first three years of
undergraduate study. The Honours
program requires the completion of
courseworks and a research project. A key
component of the course is the completion
of a original research project under the
supervision of a member of our academic
staff culminating in the presentation of a
thesis. The Honours program is a pathway
for postgraduate study of Master of
Science or Doctor of Philosophy. The
program provides students with a rich
intellectual experience and practical
challenges in their chosen field of research
expertise. You will acquire a range of
technical, project management and
communication skills. You will also gain
generic soft skills that are transferable
across industries.
AREAS OF SPECIALISATION
• Biotechnology
• Food science and technology
• Medical bioscience
• Medicinal chemistry
• Psychology (*only February intake)
• Tropical environmental biology
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
For admission into Science Honours
course, students must complete the
requirement for the Bachelor of Science
degree or a comparable qualification and
obtained a distinction grade average (70%)
or above in 24 points of studies in relevant
units at level 3 and meet the normal
Monash University English language
requirements for undergraduate students.
5POSTGRADUATE COURSES
MASTER OF SCIENCE
STRUCTURE • a master’s degree that entails work,
normally including a significant research
Assessment is by thesis based on the component, at least equivalent to an
results of research carried out by the honours degree (a ‘significant research
candidate under supervision. component’ in a master’s degree will
DURATION INTAKES vary from discipline to discipline). It is
2 Years (Full-time) Throughout the year normally expected that at a minimum, a
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS grade of upper 2B (with an overall mark
4 Years (Part-time)* Subject to availability
of supervision Either a bachelor’s degree requiring at least of at least 65 or above) has been
*Part-time studies not available four years of full-time study, and which obtained for the research thesis or
for international students
normally includes a research component in project. Where ungraded, examiners’
the fourth year, leading to an honours reports will be taken into account; or
degree class 1, 2A or upper 2B (with an • have qualifications which in the opinion
overall mark of at least 65 or above) level; of the Monash Graduate Research
The Master of Science degree allows or Committee (GRC) are deemed
candidates to undertake independent
• a course leading to a level rated by the equivalent.
research in a specific area of science over
a shorter period of time than a PhD. If you relevant school, faculty and central Applicants must also satisfy Monash
are unsure whether a PhD is right for you, university committees as equivalent to University’s minimum English language
a Master of Science can give you an honours class 1, 2A or upper 2B proficiency requirements for admission to
the experience of what studying for a (with an overall mark of at least 65 or this research degree.
doctorate might be like, whilst developing above) degree; or
your skills and earning a degree that will
enhance your employment prospects. If
you decide that you are passionate about
your research the option of upgrading to
a PhD after the first year of the degree is
available.
AREAS OF STUDY
• Biodiversity and Conservation
• Chemistry
• Environmental Science
• Food Science and Technology
• Genetics and Genomics
• Medical Bioscience
• Natural Products and Drug Discovery
• Microbiology
• Biotechnology
• Tropical Biology
• Infectious Diseases
6POSTGRADUATE COURSES
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
STRUCTURE knowledge and skills relevant to their
chosen course. The School’s Professors
Assessment is by thesis based on the are amongst the best academics in
results of research carried out by the Malaysia and are experts in their field,
candidate under supervision. publishing in leading journals and being
DURATION INTAKES regularly invited to give lectures at
3-4 Years (Full-time) Throughout the year international conferences and symposia
6-8 Years (Part-time)* Subject to availability
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS and consulted by Government and industry.
of supervision The minimum qualifications for admission to
*Part-time studies not available PhD candidature are:
for international students LABORATORY FACILITIES
• a bachelor’s degree requiring at least
four years of full-time study in a relevant The School of Science has state-of-the-art
field, and which normally includes laboratories and equipment that enhance
a research component in the fourth year, the student experience by providing the
A PhD in the School of Science allows opportunity for students to engage in
candidates to independently formulate and leading to an honours 1 or 2A in a
relevant field; or advanced laboratory experiments. Such
investigate a research problem that will facilities also help students understand
make a significant contribution to the • a course leading to a level rated by the the use of modern scientific instruments.
discipline in which the candidate is relevant department, faculty and Amongst the School’s advanced facilities
enrolled. Monash Science PhD graduates committee as equivalent to an honours 1 include laboratories and associated
are highly employable, with many pursuing or 2A in a relevant field; or instruments for chemistry and
careers in academia and industry around biochemistry, cell culture and microscopy,
the world. • a master’s degree that entails work,
food science, molecular genetics and
normally including a significant research
Your PhD research project should be genomics and medical science and
component, at least equivalent to an
conceived from the outset as clearly biotechnology. In our laboratories, students
honours degree in a relevant field (a
achievable within three years equivalent will learn how to manipulate DNA, isolate
‘significant research component’ in a
full-time study, with candidates expected and characterise chemicals and bioactive
master’s degree will vary from discipline
to complete their degree within four years compounds, culture bacteria and cell lines,
to discipline). It is normally expected that
of equivalent full-time study. and sequence whole genomes.
a grade of honours 2A has been
Your degree will consist of the research obtained for the research thesis or The School has recently established a new
thesis and will require the completion of project. Where ungraded, examiners’ state-of-the-art genomics laboratory, which
research training activities or professional reports will be taken into account; or has two of the latest bench-top DNA
development training. sequencers for both research and
• have qualifications which in the opinion
teaching. The School also makes use of
of the Monash Graduate Research
Malaysia’s greatest asset – its outdoor
Committee (GRC) are deemed
AREAS OF STUDY equivalent.
laboratories, from tropical rain forests to
coral reefs.
• Biodiversity and Conservation Applicants must also satisfy Monash
• Chemistry University’s minimum English language
proficiency requirements for admission to If you are interested in a research degree,
• Environmental Science
this research degree. please contact the research office for
• Food Science and Technology further details
• Genetics and Genomics School Research Office
• Medical Bioscience ACADEMIC STAFF Email: scienceinquiries.res.my@
monash.edu
• Natural Products and Drug Discovery All academic staff at the School of Science
• Microbiology are active researchers in their disciplines
and they use their research knowledge to
• Biotechnology
inform their undergraduate teaching.
• Tropical Biology
This research-led teaching culture
• Infectious Diseases
encourages continual teaching innovations,
which will in turn ensure students will be
equipped with the most up-to-date
7CONTACT US
Business hours:
Monday to Friday 8.30am – 6.00pm
Counselling hours for course enquiries:
Monday to Friday 8.30am – 6.00pm
Closed on weekends and public holidays.
Enquiries
T +60 3 5514 6000
F +60 3 5514 6001
E mum.info@monash.edu
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