Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
This double degree course emphasises the skill sets of a biotechnologist while broadening the student’s skills to include a discipline of business. The course is ideal for students who want to study biotechnology with a view to using that knowledge in a business venture, or as an employee of a biotechnology company that requires business skills. Students may also continue to higher degree studies (honours) in either discipline.
Aims & Objectives:
The course is designed to develop: mastery of the basic scientific principles that underpin biotechnology a sound and practical knowledge of laboratory techniques and practices through which biotechnological discoveries are made an appreciation of the social context in which scientific work is undertaken and in which scientific knowledge is applied an appreciation of the legislation that regulates scientific activities, and particularly those that relate to biotechnology advanced communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written an appreciation of the moral, ethical and social elements essential to a satisfying personal philosophy and a sound professional attitude skills in self education, evaluation of new information and encouragement in flexibility of thought, to prepare students for a world of accelerating technological change In addition, this course aims to develop: an understanding of the local and global business environment general business knowledge and skills, especially in the area of management an advanced understanding of the roles of research and development in the development of business enterprises an understanding of entrepreneurship and the management of entrepreneurship in business an understanding of the processes of innovation excellent skills for professional communication, especially within the business environment
Course Structure:
The program involves four equally weighted units of study per semester over four years, plus one optional year of full-time, paid Industry-Based Learning (normally undertaken after the fourth semester). Practical laboratory work is undertaken throughout the course. A research project is undertaken in final year. Note: The optional Industry-Based Learning (IBL) program is not available to international students. The normal study mode is full-time with the courses being completed in four years. However, subject to student demand and the availability of staff, the academic component of the course may be accelerated in calendar time by undertaking Summer Semester studies. To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Science, a student must complete 200 credit points of science units of study e.g. subjects that would normally be regarded as contributing to the science component of a science degree. To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Business, a student must complete at least 200 credit points of business units of study that are selected to fulfil the requirements for the business degree. The business requirements of this course are as follows: Students must choose six business foundation units of study: HBC110N Accounting for Managers HBM110N Fundamentals of Marketing HBE110N Microeconomics HBL111N Introduction to Business Law HBH110N Organisation and Management HMB110 Quantitative Analysis A or HMB111 Quantitative Analysis B * *Note that HMS102 is deemed equivalent to the sixth foundation business unit - HMB110 Quantitative Analysis A or HMB111 Quantitative Analysis B. The above units of study are chosen to ensure pre-requisite study for later year studies has been completed and any professional body requirements that might apply. As well as the foundation business units of study, students must undertake an additional ten units (eight specilisation units and two capstone units). Students in the double degree are not required to undertake a minor. The following business majors are available: Accounting. Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Finance. Human Resource Management. International Business. Management. Marketing. Careers in the Curriculum (CIC) In addition to the above, students must complete a compulsory unit HAC0001 Careers in the Curriculum to be awarded the degree. Careers in the Curriculum (CIC) is an innovative unit designed to assist Swinburne students to enhance their employability and career prospects. It is usually undertaken in the second year of your course and is compulsory for all undergraduate students who commence their course from 2007 onwards. Students studying CIC will not incur a HECS or fee debt for the unit as the cost will be met by the university as part of an initiative to enhance students' career skills. Final Year Experience - Major Projects As part of the Swinburne Model for Professional Learning, all incoming undergraduates from 2007 will undertake 25 credit points of professionally focused final year major projects within their programs of study. Entry with advanced standing may require alternate study sequences to be undertaken.
The normal study mode is full-time with the courses being completed in four years. However, subject to student demand and the availability of staff, the academic component of the course may be accelerated in calendar time by undertaking Summer Semester studies.
To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Science, a student must complete 200 credit points of science units of study e.g. subjects that would normally be regarded as contributing to the science component of a science degree.
Units of Study:
Stage 1 Semester 1 HES1610 Concepts of Biology HMS101 Foundation Mathematics ** HES1510 Chemistry 1* Foundation Business Unit of Study # Semester 2 HES1616 Concepts of Biotechnology HES1525 Chemistry 2 HMS102 Introduction to Statistics (counts as Foundation Business Unit of Study #) Foundation Business Unit of Study # Stage 2 Semester 1 HES2621 Introduction to Biochemistry HES2631 The Microbial World Elective 1 Foundation business unit of study # Semester 2 HES2626 Biochemistry of Genes and Proteins HES2636 Microbes in the Environment Elective 2 Foundation business unit of study # Stage 3 Semester 1 HES4621 Advanced Biochemistry HES4641 Practical Biochemistry Foundation business unit of study # 1st unit of study of Business Major Semester 2 HES4626 Biotechnology HES4646 Biotechnology Research Project Second unit of study of Business Major Third unit of study of Business Major Stage 4 Semester 1 Fourth unit of study of Business Major Fifth unit of study of Business Major Sixth unit of study of Business Major Seventh unit of study of Business Major Semester 2 Eigth unit of study of Business Major Nineth unit of study of Business Major Tenth unit of study of Business Major Elective 3 * May be replaced by HES1490 Introduction to Chemistry for students without Year 12 chemistry. ** May be replaced by HMS111 Engineering Mathematics 1 if student intends to continue studying mathematics at a higher level. Electives 1 to 3 Choose two of the following: HES2540 Forensic and Analytical Science or HES2541 Analytical Chemistry HES2520 Chemistry 3 or HES2526 Organic Chemistry HES2510 Investigative Chemistry Prac 1 HES2515 Investigative Chemistry Prac 2 HES2735 Communicable Disease Control HES4720 Environmental Management HBSG200 New Venture Development and Management Note that credit cannot be obtained for both HES2541 and HES2510. Nor can credit be gained for both HES2526 and HES2515. The third elective is a free elective. IBL, if undertaken, is generally taken between Stages 2 and 3 and consists of: HSW050 Industry Based Learning and/or HSW055 Industry Based Learning This optional IBL program is not available to international students. Note: In addition to the above, students must complete a compulsory unit HAC0001 Careers in the Curriculum to be awarded the degree.
Industry-Based Learning:
Industry-Based Learning is an optional program in which students are placed in paid, supervised employment relevant to their studies as part of their degree. Industry-Based Learning gives students practical experience to add to their academic studies, and is a proven advantage in the graduate job market. All Industry-Based Learning placements are subject to availability of places. For further information visit: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/spl/ibl/ The optional year of Industry-Based Learning in Australia is currently not available to international students. However international students may be able to participate in IBL in another country, subject to the approval of the relevant Swinburne IBL Manager and appropriate immigration approval.
Industry-Based Learning is an optional program in which students are placed in paid, supervised employment relevant to their studies as part of their degree. Industry-Based Learning gives students practical experience to add to their academic studies, and is a proven advantage in the graduate job market. All Industry-Based Learning placements are subject to availability of places. For further information visit: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/spl/ibl/
The optional year of Industry-Based Learning in Australia is currently not available to international students. However international students may be able to participate in IBL in another country, subject to the approval of the relevant Swinburne IBL Manager and appropriate immigration approval.
Education Abroad:
Swinburne offers International Exchange Programs as well as other Education Abroad Programs to help internationalise your degree. International Exchange is an academic program allowing you to study at a Swinburne Partner Institution for one or two semesters during your degree. Swinburne's Partner Institutions offer many relevant subjects as well as a secure base to explore a different culture. Your studies whilst on exchange can be credited towards your Swinburne degree, provided they are relevant and approved by Swinburne. For further information visit the Swinburne Abroad website.
Career Opportunities:
This double degree provides professional education in biotechnology and business that enables graduates to use scientific research and innovative skills to create new business enterprises or to contribute to existing businesses.
Professional recognition:
Graduates may apply for membership of the following professional societies: Australian Biotechnology Association The Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Australian Society for Microbiology The following professional recognition applies to studies in the Bachelor of Business, although in some cases additional units to the minimum required for a major may be needed. Australian Computer Society (ACS) Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) CPA Australia (CPAA) and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA) Australian Institute of Banking and Finance Australian Marketing Institute (AMI) Institute of Corporate Managers, Secretaries and Administrators
Graduate Attributes:
Students are expected to develop a number of graduate attributes during this course, resulting in graduates who are: capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas able to operate effectively and ethically in work and community situations adaptable and manage change aware of environments in which they will be contributing entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace or community
Entry Requirements:
Successful completion of an appropriate Victorian Year 12 or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification. 2009 VCE Prerequisites: Units 3 & 4 - a study score of at least 20 in English (any) and in Mathematics (any). All Non-Year 12 students (NONY12) should refer to the VTAC website at: http://www.vtac.edu.au for further infomation.
ENTER:
2008 Round 1 Clearly-In ENTER: 76.15 (CSP)
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be granted ‘credit’ and/or entry into the course with ‘advanced standing’. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to ‘Swinburne Pathways: Credit Transfer Guide’ at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Pathways (articulation):
An advanced credit transfer system, known as the Pathways program, is in place at Swinburne. Through Pathways, students with one or more of a wide range of post-secondary qualifications (both local and international) can gain entry into a course with advanced standing. Certain subject requirements must be met and an acceptable standard of results achieved in order to gain admission and for maximum credit to be granted. For further information refer to 'Swinburne Pathways: Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Recognition of Prior Learning:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Further details for students considering Higher Education courses: http://www.swin.edu.au/corporate/registrar/ppd/files/stuinf.htm
Course Fees:
Swinburne offers domestic undergraduate studentsCommonwealth Supported Places (CSP). Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or holders of an Australian permanent resident visa are classified as domestic students. All other students are considered international students. HELP The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) is a suite of income contingent loans for Australian citizens and holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas. HELP consists of: HECS-HELP (previously HECS) – is available to eligible Commonwealth supported students. It provides students with a loan to cover their student contribution amount. Students are eligible for a 20% discount if they choose to pay all, or at least $500, of their student contribution up-front. FEE-HELP (previously PELS) – is available to eligible fee paying undergraduate and postgraduate students. It provides students with a loan to cover their tuition fees (lifetime maximum $81,600 from 1 January 2008). The FEE-HELP limit is indexed on 1 January each year. OS-HELP – is available to eligible Commonwealth supported students, who wish to study overseas, with a loan to cover expenses such as accommodation and travel. Note: New Zealand citizens and holders of other Australian permanent resident visas do not have access to HELP loans. These students must pay their student contributions or tuition fees up front without a discount. For further information on your support and study options visit the 'Going to Uni' website at: http://www.goingtouni.gov.au
Swinburne offers domestic undergraduate studentsCommonwealth Supported Places (CSP). Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or holders of an Australian permanent resident visa are classified as domestic students. All other students are considered international students.
HELP
The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) is a suite of income contingent loans for Australian citizens and holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas. HELP consists of:
Note: New Zealand citizens and holders of other Australian permanent resident visas do not have access to HELP loans. These students must pay their student contributions or tuition fees up front without a discount.
For further information on your support and study options visit the 'Going to Uni' website at: http://www.goingtouni.gov.au
Scholarships:
This course is also offered through the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship Program. Successful applicants are awarded HECS waiver scholarships and will be funded for the duration of their course. For further information visit the website at: http://www.swin.edu.au/scholarships
Application Procedure:
Applications must be made through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). VTAC code: 34241 (CSP), 34243 (Int. Fee) For further information, visit the VTAC website at: http://www.vtac.edu.au Applicants who believe they will receive an ENTER of at least 97.00, have an opportunity to undertake this course through the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship Program. For further information visit the website at: http://www.swin.edu.au/scholarships
Further information:
Submit an Online Enquiry Tel: 1300 368 777 Email: study@swinburne.edu.au Faculty of Life and Social Sciences website
