In this course, you will explore different areas of biology related to human health and disease. This is a flexible course in which you can tailor your studies to your preferred career path – from vaccine development to formulating new pharmaceuticals.
Pharmacology Major
Pharmacology explores the effects of drugs on living organisms, and is the foundation for a career in drug discovery and development.
In this major, you will gain a strong understanding of drug action against microorganisms and pharmacological management of health conditions. You’ll undertake computer-based simulations and laboratory work covering molecular, cellular and physiological responses; and modern drug analysis techniques. You’ll also learn about the dose–response relationship, toxicity, and drug metabolism and elimination; drug design and development; and how genetic variation between populations influences drug response.
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Delivery mode
This course is available in the following study modes:
Locations
Kent Street, Bentley 6102
Entry Requirements
You must meet ONE of the following requirements:
Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR score 70.00 or equivalent.
Recently left high school
- Completed year 12 in Australia or overseas in the past two years, or
- Completed TAFE or VET studies in the past two years.
Work and life experience
You have left secondary education more than two years ago (i.e. who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants) and have not undertaken vocational education training (VET) or higher education study since then.
TAFE or apprenticeship
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a VET course. This includes study at a public TAFE or other VET provider, whether a qualification was completed or not. Applicants with VET study may have other qualifications such as a Year 10 or Year 12 secondary school certificate.
Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)
Mathematics Applications ATAR
Desirable WACE subjects
Chemistry ATAR and Human Biology ATAR or Biology ATAR
English requirements
IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)
- Writing 6.0
- Speaking 6.0
- Reading 6.0
- Listening 6.0
- Overall band score 6.0
Course fees
Course fee
$27,900
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Related career opportunities
This course will prepare you for the following roles.
About Curtin University
Curtin is an innovative, global university known for its high-impact research, strong industry partnerships and commitment to preparing you for jobs of the future.
You’ll receive an outstanding education in an inclusive and collaborative environment.
With Curtin ranked in the top one per cent of universities worldwide in the highly regarded Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2022, you’ll experience high-quality teaching alongside world-class research.
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