Biochemistry
Fast Facts
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Biochemistry is the study of molecules of life, and their structure and roles in the processes of animals, plants and micro-organisms.
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Chemistry is the branch of the natural sciences dealing with the composition of substances and their properties and reactions.
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You will major in both biochemistry and chemistry in this science degree..
You may also combine biochemistry withpsychology and major in both these areas.
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Three years full-time study for a single degree at Hawthorn Campus.
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Industry Based Learning (IBL) is particularly suited to chemistry and biochemistry students and involves an additional 1 year.
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Further study options in Honours for chemistry, biochemistry (biotechnology) or psychology.
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Further study options after honours are MSc (course-work or research) and PhD (research).
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Entry Requirements are described in course links below.
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Application through VTAC.
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Opportunities to study overseas as part of your degree program.
About Biochemistry at Swinburne
Swinburne's Biochemistry courses examine how biochemical knowledge can be applied to a range of industries and medical investigations, and especially emphasize practical skills ranging from the culturing of microorganisms through to the investigation of complex molecules such as enzymes and DNA
Courses
Single or Double Degree Options
Swinburne's biochemistry courses can be taken as a double major with chemistry or with psychology. You can easily transfer between the biochemistry and biotechnology courses (including the double majors) in the early stages of the course.
On completion of your Bachelor degree you may apply to join the Honours program in biotechnology, psychology or chemistry. This usually involves one additional full-time year (or the equivalent part-time) of specialised academic studies.
These links will take you to Swinburne Coursefinder and the official description of entry requirements, subject details and course structures.
Biochemistry
Career Opportunities
Biochemistry is a rapidly developing, globally focused industry in Australia. Graduates will work in areas related to the medical, health, agricultural and environmental industries
- Medical, environmental or biomolecular research
- Clinical biochemistry
- Biotechnology
- Food or beverage production
- Agricultural biochemistry
- Fermentation technology, wine science
- Pharmaceutical production
- Protein engineering
- Waste treatment
- Biodegradation, bioremediation
- Sales, marketing, business analysis and management in the biochemical/chemical industries
Research
The Environment and Biotechnology Centreconducts research in many diverse fields such as: sustainable polymers, agribiotechnology, bioactive compounds, bioremediation, catalysis, colloid and surface science, landfill engineering, molecular virology, public and environmental health, separation science, water quality.
Industry Based Learning in Biochemistry (IBL)
Swinburne's Biochemistry courses include an optional Industry-Based Learning (IBL) year in which you may be placed in paid, supervised employment as part of your degree. IBL gives you practical experiences and a proven advantage in the job market.
More about IBL
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More Information
Our Administration Officers can assist with course information and referral to psychophysiology staff .
International Student Enquiries:
Swinburne International
Tel: +61 3 8676 7002
Fax: +61 3 9818 3648
Email: international@swinburne.edu.au
