01. Demonstrate an understanding of the key biological processes involved in human disease by use of descriptive disease-specific examples and their significance in disease processes.

Activities:

Lectures and tutorials. Assessed by formal examination and short answer and/or multiple choice questions in tutorials.

02. Demonstrate research/inquiry skills by identifying, evaluating and collating appropriate information for coherent written and/or oral reports.

Activities:

Critical analysis and interpretation of published scientific materials. Students will research and prepare a written report on a particular disease and its treatment. A tutorial with examples will be given to teach students effective research/inquiry skills and presentation of written/oral reports. Assessment will include quality of written report in terms of content, interpretation of findings, clarity of presentation.

03. Explain the importance of ethical and professional conduct necessary for a career in the biomedical related professions.

Activities:

Tutorial based discussion. Students will work through short answer and/or multiple choice questions in tutorials.

04. Contribute and collaborate effectively as a team to research, prepare and present a clear and coherent written document and/or oral presentation for assessment.

Activities:

Students will work as small groups to research and develop a precis of a topic of biomedical interest. This will involve coordination of and negotiation with fellow group members to produce the final assessment item. A tutorial will be given to help students work effectively in a team environment. Assessed by quality of presentation in terms of content, structure and clarity together with the ability to work effectively as a team.