School Of Science And HealthMolecular MedicineWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 300927.2
Discipline: MEDICAL SCIENCE
Student Contribution Band: 3
Level: 3
Credit Points: 10
Equivalent Units
300551 - Molecular Basis of Disease, 300407 - Mamalian Molecular Medicine
Prerequisite
Students are required to pass two units from the following - 300820 - Genes, Genomics and Human Health, 300845 - Genetics, 300817 - Molecular Biology, 300936 - Functional Proteins and Genes, 300848 - Metabolism, 300850 - Advanced Cell Biology
About this Unit
Molecular Medicine is an inquiry based capstone unit that integrates core concepts in molecular and cell biology with a focus on cancer as a framework to discuss autoimmune, infectious and genetic diseases. This unit aims to enhance critical thinking for the professional environment and prepares students for future innovations in prevention, management and cure of catastrophic diseases. Current research, diagnosis, treatment and policy issues, related to health and disease states, are placed in the context of real world experiences and changing imperatives.