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BMS3203A - Genetics

Offering Academic Unit
Department of Biomedical Sciences
Credit Units
3
Course Duration
One Semester
Pre-requisite(s)
CHEM1200/BCH1200
Pre-cursor(s)
CHEM2013/BCH2013
Equivalent Course(s)
Course Offering Term*:
Semester A 2025/26
Semester A 2026/27 (Tentative)

* The offering term is subject to change without prior notice
 
Course Aims

In this course, students will:

  • explore the fundamental relationships between genes and traits in “living organisms” ranging from viruses to higher eukaryotes;
  • develop an understanding of a range of basic genetic principles and their application to gene mapping in viruses and bacteria;
  • explain the activities and functions of DNA;
  • critically review and evaluate contemporary issues related to recent advances in applied genetics and recombinant DNA technology;
  • This course builds on (and complements) knowledge covered in Biochemisty and Microbiology; and underpins the more advanced concepts and applications that are covered in Molecular Biology and final year project.

Assessment (Indicative only, please check the detailed course information)
Continuous Assessment: 40%
Examination: 60%
Examination Duration: 2 hours
Min. Continuous Assessment Passing Requirement: 40%
Min. Examination Passing Requirement: 40%
 

Minimum Passing Requirement: A minimum of 40% in both coursework and examination components.

 
Detailed Course Information
BMS3203A.pdf