Medical Science
Learning outcomes
Students who graduate from Medical Science will be able to:
| No. | Learning outcome |
|---|---|
| 1 | Exhibit a broad and coherent body of knowledge of the principles in core areas of medical science, including anatomy, biochemistry, histology, infectious diseases, microbiology, pharmacology and physiology. |
| 2 | Exhibit a deep understanding of concepts and principles in at least one disciplinary area in the medical sciences and integrate these with knowledge in other disciplinary areas contributing to the medical sciences. |
| 3 | Safely and effectively perform appropriate experimental protocols in the biomedical sciences. |
| 4 | Source, collate, synthesise and critically evaluate information in biomedical science from a range of relevant sources. |
| 5 | Collate, analyse, describe, interpret and present primary research data in biomedical science. |
| 6 | Communicate concepts and findings in biomedical sciences through a range of modes for a variety of purposes and audiences, using evidence-based arguments that are robust to critique. |
| 7 | Critically evaluate research literature dealing with a diverse range of medical science topics and apply this knowledge to address complex issues in biomedical and medical research. |
| 8 | Integrate knowledge of the core medical sciences to normal structure and function and to a diverse range of disease states. |
| 9 | Define a biomedical problem, formulate a hypothesis and carry out an investigation, using appropriate practical and/or theoretical techniques or tools. |
| 10 | Develop creative and innovative approaches to problem solving in medical science research and work effectively, responsibly and safely in individual and collaborative contexts. |
| 11 | Address authentic problems in biomedical science, working professionally and ethically within collaborative, interdisciplinary teams. |
| 12 | Examine and evaluate contemporary issues in biomedical sciences from a range of ethical and cross-cultural perspectives. |
