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BIO3020Evolutionary ecology

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

This unit introduces key concepts in evolutionary ecology, equipping you with research and communication skills, and knowledge of how evolution shapes ecological processes. The unit commences with a refresher of fundamental definitions of...

Semester 1Clayton

BIO2181Evolution of plant diversity

UnitLevel 2|6 credit points|Science

This unit examines the diversity of plant life, how plants evolved and how they live and grow. Topics cover evolutionary theory, the interpretation and use of phylogenetic trees in biodiversity research, plant form and function, and plant...

Semester 1Clayton

PHY3072Exercise physiology

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

The unit addresses the physiological responses to exercise, in particular, muscle energy supply and consumption, metabolism and fatigue. You will extend your understanding of these responses to the adaptions of exercise training and the...

Semester 2Clayton

DEV3011Experimental developmental biology and disease modelling

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

This unit introduces you to the concepts and experimental systems in developmental biology. How gene expression is regulated during development and thereby leads to the development of differentiated cells and tissues is considered....

Semester 1Clayton

PHS3000Experimental physics

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

In this unit, you will perform advanced laboratory experiments designed to broaden your experimental skills and physics knowledge. Tuition is provided for the following skills: writing research-grade laboratory notebooks, preparing concise...

Semester 1Semester 2Clayton

HUP2032Exploring human disease and pathology diagnostics

UnitLevel 2|6 credit points|Science

The cells and organs of the human body work together to regulate our internal environment; a process known as homeostasis. Despite influences from our external environment, homeostasis ensures that a delicate internal balance is...

Semester 2Clayton

EAE2532Field geology and geological mapping

UnitLevel 2|6 credit points|Science

The goal of this unit is to provide you with they key skills required to collect and analyse structural, lithological and stratigraphic data in the field, including how to construct and analyse geological maps. Relevant theoretical and...

Semester 2Clayton

PHS1022Fields and quantum physics

UnitLevel 1|6 credit points|Science

This unit forms part of mainstream physics. You will study the foundations of rotational dynamics, the gravitational field, electrostatics, magnetism and quantum physics. Together these topics underpin interactions in our universe at...

Semester 2Clayton

MTH3251Financial mathematics

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

You will use the concept of random variables and their uses as models of uncertain future payoffs. An important concept for analysis is the conditional expectation. Special attention is given to normal distribution and multivariate normal...

Semester 1Semester 2Clayton

MTH4251Financial mathematics

UnitLevel 4|6 credit points|Science

You will use the concept of random variables and their uses as models of uncertain future payoffs. An important concept for analysis is the conditional expectation. Special attention is given to normal distribution and multivariate normal...

Semester 1Semester 2Clayton

MTH3360Fluid dynamics

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

Fluid flows are all around us, from waves on the beach to microorganisms navigating their environment, and mathematics allows us to make precise and useful predictions about how they behave. In this unit you will develop mathematical tools...

Semester 1Clayton

MTH4360Fluid dynamics

UnitLevel 4|6 credit points|Science

The continuum hypothesis; notion of a fluid particle; pathlines and streamlines. Eulerian and Lagrangian frameworks; the material derivative. Conservation of mass; incompressibility; streamfunctions. Forces acting on a fluid; the stress...

Semester 1Clayton

FST3711Food and industrial microbiology

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

In this unit, you will gain a complex understanding of food as a habitat, the principles involved in microbiological spoilage of foods, microorganisms of public health significance that cause food-borne illness, food safety and aspects of...

Semester 1Malaysia

FST2810Food bioprocess technology

UnitLevel 2|6 credit points|Science

In this unit, you will be introduced to typical biochemical processes, including feedstock supply, reaction, separation and utilities of food bio-processes. Treatment and storage of the feedstock/product will also be examined. The unit...

Semester 2Malaysia

CHM2962Food chemistry

UnitLevel 2|6 credit points|Science

A detailed account of the chemistry of food substances will be provided. The components present in larger amounts (carbohydrates, fats, proteins, minerals and water), and those occurring in smaller quantities (colours, flavours, vitamins,...

Semester 2ClaytonMalaysia

FST3820Food preservation

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

Food preservation deals with the methods of prevention or retardation of microbial, chemical and physical degradation of foods, while maintaining their nutritional quality, flavour and consumer appeal. You will gain a theoretical and...

Semester 1Malaysia

FST3840Food processing

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

Processed foods are increasingly popular around the world owing to their convenience, extended shelf life, and palatability. This unit introduces you to food processing principles that group physical food processes into basic unit...

Semester 2Malaysia

FST3850Food product development

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

Food product development covers the trends and innovation in food markets, product design and development, product quality and management, product sensory evaluation and statistical evaluation, food regulatory compliance, packaging and...

Semester 2Malaysia

FST3862Food safety and quality management

UnitLevel 3|6 credit points|Science

This unit focuses on food quality and safety management in food production. You will study the principles of quality assurance, quality management systems and ISO certification in the food industry. Along the way, you will also discuss the...

Semester 2Malaysia

FST4100Food science and technology research project

UnitLevel 4|36 credit points|Science

You will undertake a supervised research project. You will carry out a research project and present the results of their study in both written and oral form. Information about research projects will be available from the course coordinator...

Semester 2Full yearMalaysia