Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Immunology - Dual Degree

University of New South Wales (UNSW) - Kensington Campus

Australia,New South Wales

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60 Months

Duration

CAD 48,185/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 150

Application Fee

Feb 2024

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Australia, New South Wales

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1949

Total Students: 65,600 +

Int. Students: 22,946 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Civil Engineering Building (H20), Library Rd, UNSW Sydney, Kensington NSW 2052, Australia

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Immunology - Dual Degree

Program Overview

Students can undertake a five-year full-time double degree leading to the award of the degrees of Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Science (BE (Hons) BSc).

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) provides you with a solid background in mathematics, natural sciences and computing to give you knowledge and skills in whichever specialisation you choose. You'll have the chance to apply yourself to engineering design and enquiry projects, professional engineering practice, and engineering and technical management, as well as conduct research towards your thesis project.

The Bachelor of Science degree allows you to study a wide range of science subjects. You are encouraged to choose a variety of courses in your first year, and later to choose from a broad selection of major options. This gives you time to become more familiar with the different areas of science and to explore possible majors.

Major: Microbiology and Immunology
Microbiology is the scientific study of the smallest forms of life namely, bacteria, viruses, archaea, fungi and protozoa. These fascinating organisms impact on our lives in many ways. On the negative side, they cause disease in humans, animals and plants, and they spoil our food. However, microorganisms are also of great benefit. Indeed, microorganisms are the key participants for the turnover of nutrients and elements and they are the main producers of carbon and biomass. They turn the biological wheels on this globe and are responsible for sustainability of life. They also contribute to a better environment via recycling of organic wastes, maintenance of soil fertility and biodegradation of pollutants. Many foodstuffs, beverages, pharmaceuticals and other products of biotechnology are products of microbial action. The genetic engineering of microorganisms is a fundamental aspect of molecular biology and the way of the future.

This stream will be beneficial to students wishing to pursue careers in the health sciences,particularly in immunology leading to clinical medicine, biomedical research, hospital-based laboratory work and allied health. A basic  understanding of  immunology, pathology and microbiology should provide an effective framework from which to approach basic and clinical research in immunology and microbiology and for the diagnosis and management of common immune related clinical scenarios that you may well encounter in your future careers.