Bachelor of Bionanotechnology (Honours) (Dean's Scholar)
University of Wollongong
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About
The University of Wollongong is following advice from the NSW Department of Health with regards to COVID-19 study arrangements.
Help make revolutionary advances in the biomedical sciences when you study bionanotechnology at UOW. You will explore principles from biology, physics, chemistry, and mathematics to understand biological processes at the molecular level in this emerging field. What scientific challenges do we face today? How can Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics help solve the problems of the future? With the Bachelor of Bionanotechnology (Honours) (Dean’s Scholar) you will answer these questions and more as you will enter an interdisciplinary career in biotech industry, pharmaceutical industry, academic biomedical research, government policy, patent law, and many other fields.
You will learn from scientists who are leading researchers in their fields, giving you knowledge and skills to apply to real-world challenges today and in the future. In your final year, you will undertake a substantial piece of supervised research, along with coursework. You will practice 'enquiry-based learning' where you are constantly seeking out knowledge, analysing it and applying it in your chosen profession. With technology integrated into all your learning, you will be equipped with the skills required to excel in a constantly changing and technologically advanced world. As a Dean’s Scholar, you will be invited to participate in networking, enrichment and mentoring opportunities that will give you a valuable edge when entering the job market.
You will study in our purpose-built Sciences Teaching Facility in the Science Precinct or out in the field, ensuring that you have the knowledge to meet the needs of tomorrow's employers.
Areas of study
Biological sciences, bionanotechnology, chemistry, mathematics, physics.
Career opportunities
Interdisciplinary careers in the biotechnological industry, pharmaceutical industry, academic biomedical research, government science policy and administration, patent law.
Practical experience
Fieldwork and practical work in modern labs.
Honours
Research project and major thesis in the final stages of the course.
Fees and charges
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics Advanced, Physics. Bridging courses in Biology, Chemistry and Physics are offered in February each year. Students without at least Mathematics (Band 4) must pass an approved mathematics subject during their degree.
Recommended studies: Mathematics Extension 1.
Other applicants
Refer to UOW general admission criteria.
Student profile
Visit the UOW website and/or for Dean's Scholar and select the undergraduate course that you are interested in, then choose the ‘Admission Profile’ tab in the Admissions, Key dates and Fees section.
Further information
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