Bachelor of Biotechnology (BBiotech)
Bachelor of Biotechnology (BBiotech)
Program Code
BBIO
Program Faculty
Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology
Academic Year
2024
These Program Rules should be read in conjunction with the University's policies (https://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies).
Overview
The field of biotechnology is constantly evolving and utilises current technologies such as protein separation technologies, genomics and proteomics to produce foods, drugs and other products. This program provides training in both the molecular basis for biotechnology and the bioprocess technology, which are required for the development of biotechnology products. This program provides students with a unique cross disciplinary approach and is based on the areas of molecular biology, animal, plant and microbial biotechnology, structural biology and bioprocess engineering.
The Bachelor of Biotechnology is an AQF Level 7 program with a standard full-time duration of 3 years.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Understanding biotechnology Demonstrate an integrative understanding of biotechnology by: 1.1 explaining the role and relevance of biotechnology and its related disciplines in society 1.2 understanding the major economic, social and policy drivers that underpin biotechnological practice 1.3 understanding how information is adopted and the context within which the biotechnology industry makes decisions.
- Knowledge of biotechnology Exhibit depth and breadth of knowledge of biotechnology by: 2.1 demonstrating well-developed knowledge of the core sciences in the context of biotechnology 2.2 demonstrating a basic knowledge of economics, business and social science as they apply to biotechnology.
- Inquiry and problem solving Critically analyse and address complex problems in biotechnology by: 3.1 gathering, synthesising and critically evaluating information from a range of sources 3.2 designing and planning an investigation 3.3 selecting and applying practical and/or theoretical techniques or tools in order to conduct an investigation or develop a biotechnological process. 3.4 collecting, accurately recording, analysing, interpreting and reporting data.
- Communication Be effective communicators of biotechnology by communicating with a wide range of audiences, for a range of purposes, and using a variety of modes.
- Personal and professional responsibility Be accountable for their own learning and professional work by: 5.1 being independent and self-directed learners 5.2 working effectively, responsibly and safely in an individual or team context 5.3 demonstrating knowledge of the regulatory frameworks relevant to biotechnology 5.4 personally practising ethical conduct.
Conditions
Interruption of program: Students must apply for permission from the Executive Dean or delegate before taking a Leave of Absence. Any extension of the leave without approval will result in the loss of place in the program but an application may be made to be re-admitted to the program subject to the admission procedures in place at the time.
Program Maximum Duration: As specified in Table 1 of the Coursework Academic Programs Policy, this program must be completed within a Maximum Duration which includes any periods of non-enrolment, leave of absence or approved study at other institutions for credit towards a Program.
Academic Program Rules for Bachelor of Biotechnology
There shall be a Bachelor of Biotechnology.
Qualification Requirements
To qualify for the degree of Bachelor of Biotechnology, the student must complete satisfactorily a program of study consisting of the following requirements with a combined total of not less than 72 units, comprising:
- Core courses to the value of 39 units.
- Elective courses to the value of 33 units.
- Level I courses not exceeding 30 units.
- Level III Science courses to the value of at least 24 units.
- Broadening experience.
Core Courses
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Core Courses
To satisfy the requirements for Core Courses students must complete courses to the value of 39 units.
Level I
All of the following courses must be completed:
Subject/Catalogue Course Title Unit Value SCIENCE 1500 Introductory Data Science - Becoming Smart About Data 3 BIOLOGY 1101 Biology I: Molecules, Genes and Cells 3 BIOLOGY 1201 Biology I: Human Perspectives 3 and
Courses to the value of 6 units from the following:
Subject/Catalogue Course Title Unit Value CHEM 1100 Chemistry IA 3 CHEM 1200 Chemistry IB 3 or
Courses to the value of 6 units from the following:
Subject/Catalogue Course Title Unit Value CHEM 1101 Foundations of Chemistry IA 3 CHEM 1201 Foundations of Chemistry IB 3 Level II
All of the following courses must be completed:
Subject/Catalogue Course Title Unit Value BIOCHEM 2502 Biochem II (Biotech): Molecular and Cell Biology 3 BIOCHEM 2503 Biochemistry II (Biotechnology): Metabolism 3 BIOTECH 2010 Principles of Biotechnology II 3 MICRO 2504 Microbiology II (Biotechnology) 3 Level III
All of the following courses must be completed:
Subject/Catalogue Course Title Unit Value BIOCHEM 3000 Molecular and Structural Biology III 6 BIOTECH 3000 Biotechnology Practice III 6
Electives
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Elective Courses
To satisfy the requirements for Elective Courses students must complete courses to the value of 33 units.
Electives may include other undergraduate courses offered by the University that are not listed as elective courses from the degree of Bachelor of Science up to the value of 9 units in total at levels I and/or II with no more than 6 units at level I.
Level I
Elective courses from the degree of Bachelor of Science or other undergraduate courses offered by the University that are available to the student.
Level II
Courses to the value of up to 12 units may be taken from the following:
Subject/Catalogue Course Title Unit Value CHEM 2530 Environmental & Analytical Chemistry II 3 CHEM 2540 Medicinal & Biological Chemistry II 3 CHEM 2545 Organic Chemistry II 3 GENETICS 2510 Genetics IIA: Foundation of Genetics 3 MICRO 2505 Immunology & Virology II (Biotechnology) 3 SCIENCE 2550 International Experience II 3 or
Elective courses from the degree of Bachelor of Science or other undergraduate courses offered by the University that are available to the student.
Level III
Courses to the value of 12 units from the following:
Subject/Catalogue Course Title Unit Value ANIML SC 3043RW Animal Biotechnology III 3 BIOCHEM 3001 Cancer, Stem Cells & Development III 6 BIOINF 3000 Bioinformatics III 3 BIOINF 3010 Genomics Applications III 3 BIOTECH 3010 Advanced Research Platforms III 3 BIOTECH 3020 Molecular Microbiology and Vaccines III 3 BIOTECH 3030 Protein Purification: Principles and Practice III 3 CHEM 3214 Medicinal and Biological Chemistry III 3 ENTREP 3901 Tech eChallenge 3 PLANT SC 3515WT Plant Biotechnology III 3 STEM 3700 STEM Internship 3 or
Additional Level III courses from the degree of Bachelor of Science.
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Broadening Experience
The broadening experience requirement can be met by any of the following:
Study abroad or exchangeor
Courses to the value of at least 3 units from the following:
Subject/Catalogue Course Title Unit Value SCIENCE 2550 International Experience II 3 SCIENCE 3200 Communicating Science III 3 SCIENCE 3500 Science International Study Tour 3 SCIENCE 3510 Science International Study Tour B 3 SCIENCE 3520 Science Experience III 3 SCIENCE 3550 International Experience III 3 STEM 3700 STEM Internship 3 or
courses outside the major area of study.