Medical Biotechnology is the application of exciting advances in molecular and cell biology to medicine, agriculture, and the environment. Through modern technologies such as genetic engineering, biotechnology is shaping diverse aspects of medicine (cancer, vaccines, therapy and diagnosis of genetic diseases), food production (transgenic plants), and industry (bioremediation). Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) skills in Australia is becoming a fast-growing area creating new and increased job prospects. The Bachelor of Science (Medical Biotechnology) at UOW encompasses the exciting and rapidly evolving fields of proteomics, genetic engineering, and advanced techniques in molecular analysis. A new generation of pharmaceuticals, vaccines, hormones, and anti-inflammatory agents are being developed using these technologies. This degree will provide you with the tools and knowledge to work in biomedical science research and the biotechnology industry. What you will study All students study the following core subjects: Biochemistry Bioinformatics Cellular and Molecular Biology Genetics Human Anatomy and Physiology Infection and Immunology Major Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this course students will be able to: Identify and differentiate broad and coherent knowledge associated with the principles and concepts of cell and molecular biology. Demonstrate skills in analysing, interpreting and synthesising data, methodologies and other information. Exercise critical thinking and independent problem solving in experimental design and data analysis. Communicate knowledge and ideas clearly and coherently to others. Consolidate and synthesise how specific knowledge and skills in cell and molecular biology are applied in the development of scientific works and completion of practical exercises. Appreciate the role relevance and ethical implications of science in society. Career opportunities Agricultural Adviser Biochemist Biomedical Researcher Cartographer (Mapping) Chemist Coastal or Estuarine Management Officer Conservation Biologist Doctor (with additional study) Drug Regulation Officer Ecologist Environmental Consultant Food Chemist Forensic Scientist Geologist Health worker Laboratory Assistant Marine or Fisheries Biologist Materials Scientist Medical Biotechnologist Medical Researcher Oceanographer Science Teacher Scientific Researcher Veterinary Researcher.