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MEDSCI 713
: Principles of Cancer Therapy2024 Semester One (1243)
Examines the molecular and cellular processes underlying cancer treatment and the development of tumour-selective therapy; the principles of radiotherapy and chemotherapy; DNA and the basis for its interactions with anticancer drugs; recognition of DNA by proteins; exploitation of these processes by anticancer drugs, oncogenes and other regulatory gene products; signal transduction mechanisms and strategies for changing cell cycle control; cytokines and the role of host responses in cancer therapy; new approaches to cancer therapy including gene therapy and photodynamic therapy.
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 302
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MEDSCI 714
: Advanced Cancer Biology2024 Semester One (1243)
Advanced studies of concepts related to the biology of cancer. These will include: molecular mechanisms, signal transduction pathways, genomic instability, telomeres and telomerase, anoikis, DNA damage sensing mechanisms, and hypoxia and tumour progression.
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 302
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MEDSCI 715
: Molecular Toxicology2024 Semester One (1243)
Covers the current understanding of mechanisms implicated in toxicity of drugs and environmental chemicals plus the basis of inter-individual susceptibility. The course identifies strategies used to predict and prevent adverse reactions during drug development.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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MEDSCI 716
: Advanced Drug Disposition and Kinetics2024 Semester One (1243)
Advanced study of the absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion of drugs, and the analysis of these processes. Also included are: in vivo/in vitro techniques in drug ADME studies used in drug development; drug analysis in biological matrices; and pharmaco-genomic aspects related to drug disposition.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
930
MEDSCI 717
: Advanced Neuroscience: Neuropharmacology2024 Semester One (1243)
An advanced study of current research topics in neuroscience. Involves critical analysis of the literature within the context of a series of major research themes that encompass models from molecular through to systems level neuroscience. Themes will be selected from the following areas: neurogenesis, neurodegeneration and/or addiction.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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MEDSCI 718
: Pharmacology of Anaesthetics and Analgesics2024 Semester One (1243)
General aspects of anaesthetics and analgesics. Topics covered include the development of modern anaesthesia, the mechanisms of action of drugs used in general and local anaesthesia, and issues surrounding safety and efficacy of anaesthesia, including drug error and circadian variation in drug action.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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MEDSCI 720
: Biomedical Research Techniques2024 Semester One (1243)
An introduction to some of the most commonly used techniques used in today's research laboratories; from tissue culture to confocal microscopy, RT-PCR to mass spectrometry, immunoassay to cloning. Emphasis is placed on understanding the principles behind the techniques, how they are applied to address specific questions, and how to evaluate and use the data they generate.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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MEDSCI 727
: Advanced Neuroscience: Neurophysiology2024 Semester One (1243)
An advanced treatment of selected topics in neurophysiology and brain pathophysiology. Includes presentations and critical analysis by the students of the current scientific literature within the context of several major research themes that encompass models from molecular and cellular to systems level. Themes will be selected from the following areas: (1) motor control and motor disorders; (2) synapse physiology and pathophysiology; (3) advances in neural stem cell research; and (4) physiology and pathophysiology of CNS glia.
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 206, 317
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MEDSCI 730
: Reproductive Science2024 Semester One (1243)
Molecular regulation and coordination of normal reproduction. The reproductive disorders that arise when normal biological processes are disrupted. Recent molecular methods have enabled us to study these processes and to understand how they can go wrong. Genomic and proteomic approaches to the understanding of reproduction and reproductive disorders will be presented. Examination of the new technologies that allow us to overcome some of these reproductive problems.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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MEDSCI 735
: Concepts in Pharmacology2024 Semester One (1243)
Explores cellular and molecular mechanisms of drug action and drug discovery and development from the perspective of in silico modelling, biochemical assessment, intracellular signalling and human disease. Considers the pharmacokinetic processes involved in achieving clinically-relevant drug concentrations, the link between concentration and effect, the time course of effect and factors that may influence both clinical effectiveness and drug toxicity.
Restriction: MEDSCI 321
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MEDSCI 743
: Design and Analysis in Biomedical Research2024 Semester One (1243)
An in-depth exploration of the principles of experimental design and data analysis in biomedical contexts. A focus on critical appraisal of choice of statistical tests to address experimental questions and appropriateness and limitations of analysis and interpretation of results will be undertaken. Practical and computer statistical packages are used.
Restriction: MEDSCI 725
937
MEDSCI 744
: Project Design in Biomedical Science2024 Semester One (1243)
An individualised course of study in which each student will provide an exposition of the background to a specific research question in the biomedical sciences combined with a proposal of the best methods to investigate that specific question. A holistic consideration, including the ethical, regulatory, budgetary as well as, any other relevant aspects, of the chosen methods will be documented.
Prerequisite: 30 points from Medical Science at Stage III or higher with a B– or better
Restriction: BIOSCI 761, MEDSCI 701, OBSTGYN 705
Restriction: BIOSCI 761, MEDSCI 701, OBSTGYN 705
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MGMT 211
: Understanding Organisations2024 Semester One (1243)
Explores organisations, different types and forms, and the issues that they need to consider. Questions the role and purpose of organisations within broader social systems. Begins to develop critical approaches and skills in organisational analysis.
Prerequisite: Either 15 points from BUSINESS 102, 112, 113, MGMT 101, or 30 points at Stage I from Anthropology, Communication or Sociology
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MGMT 223
: Understanding Work and People2024 Semester One (1243)
Models of work organisation, reform and performance, including industrial and post-industrial forms of work. Employee responses to work and the employment relationship. Workforce diversity.
Prerequisite: Either 15 points from BUSINESS 102, 112, 113, MGMT 101, or 30 points at Stage I from Anthropology, Communication or Sociology
940
MGMT 304
: Managing People2024 Semester One (1243)
The impact of employment relationships on organisational performance and employee well-being. Principles of staffing, employee development, performance management, reward, diversity management, and employment negotiation.
Prerequisite: MGMT 211 or 223
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MGMT 314
: Critical Issues in Organisations2024 Semester One (1243)
Contemporary organisations in a changing context. Each semester the course engages with three key issues effecting organisational life, across levels of organisational analysis. Topics may be drawn from technology, structure and design, power and politics, the structure of work and occupations, or other perspectives.
Prerequisite: BUSINESS 200 or MGMT 211
Restriction: MGMT 311
Restriction: MGMT 311
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MKTG 151
: Essential Marketing2024 Semester One (1243)
Introduces fundamental marketing ideas and skillsets. Explores the world of customer value creation and marketing communications through the eyes of marketing and creative experts. Covers current topics in marketing including digital and social media, social entrepreneurship, big data analytics, green marketing and sustainability.
Restriction: BUSINESS 111, 112, MKTG 203
943
MKTG 202
: Marketing Research2024 Semester One (1243)
Focuses on the critical role and importance of information in marketing. Covers the fundamental concepts of marketing research in traditional and digital environments and examines how these can be used to assist companies in their decision-making.
Prerequisite: MKTG 201 or 203, and 15 points from ECON 221, ENGSCI 211, STATS 100, 101, 108
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MKTG 203
: Strategic Marketing2024 Semester One (1243)
A comprehensive overview of the central principles and concepts of marketing strategy and management. Highlights the challenges that marketing managers face in planning and implementing effective marketing mix strategies.
Prerequisite: 15 points from BUSINESS 102, 103, 112, 113, MGMT 101
Restriction: MKTG 201
Restriction: MKTG 201
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MKTG 301
: Advanced Marketing Strategy2024 Semester One (1243)
Develops knowledge in how to analyse, implement and evaluate advanced marketing strategies. Encourages the application and consideration of marketing strategies to solve real business challenges. Nurtures a strong appreciation for how marketing connects and relates to other business disciplines.
Prerequisite: MKTG 202 and 201 or 203
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MKTG 302
: Advanced Marketing Research2024 Semester One (1243)
A case-based course in which students conduct live research for a client and work with mentors from industry. Theory and practice are intertwined to provide students with understanding and experience in key aspects of quantitative market research, including advanced questionnaire design skills, online research methods, data analytics and deriving and communicating insights.
Prerequisite: MKTG 202 and 201 or 203
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MKTG 303
: Consumer Behaviour2024 Semester One (1243)
Focuses on understanding customers. Applies psychology to how people make consumption decisions and interpret advertising. Includes a consideration of individual differences and environmental/situational influences on consumers.
Prerequisite: MKTG 201 or 203
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MKTG 304
: Digital Marketing2024 Semester One (1243)
Examines how digital devices and applications are transforming the way organisations engage with consumers and how consumers search for, compare and select products. Develops understanding of how organisations use emerging technologies and how these influence consumer preference and decision-making. Builds skills in online data analytics and conducting research with an industry partner.
Prerequisite: MKTG 202 and 201 or 203
Restriction: INFOSYS 344
Restriction: INFOSYS 344
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MKTG 306
: Advertising and Branding2024 Semester One (1243)
Focuses on how a business can take an integrated approach to communicating with its customers and with other key stakeholders. Explores traditional tools such as advertising, sales promotion, public relations, personal selling, and direct marketing, as well as newer forms of communicating within digital and social media environments.
Prerequisite: MKTG 202 and MKTG 201 or 203, or COMMS 100, 104, MKTG 151 with a B grade or higher and COMMS 202 or 204
950
MKTG 701
: Marketing Theory and Practice2024 Semester One (1243)
A core course providing an introduction to marketing philosophy, theory, current debate and advancements in the field. Emphasis is on developing the critical thinking and analytical skills necessary to undertake postgraduate research.
No pre-requisites or restrictions