Biosciences are about the processes and systems that create, sustain and threaten life. It is one of the fastest developing branches of science today, with world issues such as BSE, GM food and human gene research constantly in the headlines.

Griffith College, through its association with Griffith University, teach a well-designed and flexible program which is primarily a pathway to Griffith, well-matched to the syllabus and clearly informed by industry and research.

Students enrolled in this program will attend classes delivered by Griffith College on both Griffith University’s Mt Gravatt and Nathan campuses.

2016 Program fees

International students A$27,200

Australian citizens/permanent residents A$21,750

Program structure

First semester • Academic and Professional Skills Development for Science and Technology• Biological Systems• Chemistry 1A• Human Biology: Human Organism; OR Mathematics 1A

Second semester • Chemistry 1B• Functional Molecular Genetics• Statistics• Fundamentals of Biochemistry

Your pathway to Griffith University

Study in 2015 Study in 2016 Study in 2017

GC Sem 1 GC Sem 2 GC Sem3 GU Sem 1 GU Sem 2 GU Sem 1 GU Sem 2

Griffith College CRICOS code 070424G

Duration: 2 semesters (8 months) or 3 semesters (12 months)

Campus: Mt Gravatt

Intakes: February and June

You’re already there.

Diploma ofBiosciences2016

Griffith University Bachelor Degree

(Year 3)

Griffith University Bachelor Degree

(Year 2)

Griffith College Diploma (2-3 semesters 8-12 months)

High School

Students must successfully complete all 8 subjects in the Diploma and meet relevant entry criteria to articulate to the Griffith University Bachelor degree. Diagram is based on a 3 year Bachelor degree, studied full-time. A 4 year program will require an additional 2 semesters/1 year of full-time study. Students commencing study in Griffith College semesters 1 or 2, will be eligible for entry to 2nd year Griffith for GU semester 1 2016 (based on full-time study).

Entry requirements for Australian/New Zealand studentsCompletion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent.

Successful study within different science pathways assumes a minimum level of knowledge in certain subject areas (i.e. ‘assumed knowledge’); knowledge in other subject areas may also prove helpful (i.e. ‘recommended study’). The table below provides guidance for Diploma of Biosciences pathways. The College offers

a range of Bridging Subjects designed to satisfy assumed and recommended study areas. Students enrolled in the Diploma can undertake Bridging Subjects as part of their Diploma studies and still complete their award in just one year. For more information, please visit: website to go here

Requirements

Assumed knowledge Recommended study

Biomedical Science English, Mathematics B and at least one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (or equivalent)

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Forensic Science English and Mathematics B (or equivalent) -

Laws English -

Marine Science English and Mathematics A or B (or equivalent) -

Science English and Mathematics A or B (or equivalent) -

Entry requirements for international studentsFor country-specific Entry Requirements, please visit: website to go here

The table below provides details on English language (IELTS), subject pre-requisite and recommended study requirements for

Diploma of Biosciences pathways. Details of minimum scores for other English testing systems are available at:website to go here

Requirements

Program pathway English requirements Subject pre-requisites Recommended study

Biomedical Science IELTS 5.5 with no sub-score < 5.0 English, Mathematics B and at least one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (or equivalent)

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Forensic Science IELTS 5.5 with no sub-score < 5.0 English and Mathematics B (or equivalent) -

Laws IELTS 6.5 with no sub-score < 6.0 English -

Marine Science IELTS 5.5 with no sub-score < 5.0 English and Mathematics A or B (or equivalent) -

Science IELTS 5.5 with no sub-score < 5.0 English and Mathematics A or B (or equivalent) -

Upcoming semester dates

Year Intake Orientation Start date Mid semester break End date

2016 February 22–26 February 29 February 28 March–1 April 11 June

June 20–24 June 27 June 15–19 August 8 October

October 17-21 Ocotber 24 october 26-30 December 4 February 2017

2017 February 20–24 February 27 February 17–21 April 10 June

June 19–23 June 26 June 14–18 August 7 October

October 16-20 October 23 October 25-29 December 3 February 2018

Some exams may be held in the evenings and on Saturdays. A limited number of classes will be offered after hours. Some student may need to consider classes between 5.30pm and 9.30pm as part of their timetable, if daytime classes are unavailable. Students interested in taking classes after 5.00pm should consult a Griffith College Academic Advisor.

Contact usgriffithcollege.edu.auMt Gravatt Campus Telephone +61 (0)7 3735 6900 Gold Coast Campus Telephone +61 (0)7 5552 8500

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Pathways into second year Griffith University

Code Program Campus Credit pointsMin. GPA requirements

Intl. students Dom. students

1031 Bachelor of Biomedical Science Nathan 80 CP 4.5 GPA ≥ 3.75

1264 Bachelor of Forensic Science Majors: Forensic Chemistry, Forensic Molecular Biology

Nathan 70 CP 4.5 GPA ≥ 3.75

1210 Bachelor of Science Majors: Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Science, Microbiology

Nathan 80 CP 4.0 GPA ≥ 3.75

1210 Bachelor of Science *Majors: Aquatic Ecosystems, Environmental Science, Environmental Sustainability, Wildlife Biology

Nathan Up to 70 CP* 4.0 GPA ≥ 3.75

1210 Bachelor of Science *Majors: Computational Science, Physics Nathan Up to 60 CP* 4.0 GPA ≥ 3.75

1018 Bachelor of Science Majors: Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Chemistry

Gold Coast 80 CP 4.0 GPA ≥ 3.75

1018 Bachelor of Science *Majors: Bioinformatics, Environmental Science, Environmental Sustainability, Marine Biology, Wildlife Biology

Gold Coast Up to 70 CP* 4.0 GPA ≥ 3.75

1018 Bachelor of Science *Majors: Computational Science, Physics Gold Coast Up to 60 CP* 4.0 GPA ≥ 3.75

Credit eligibility for other programs

1483 Bachelor of Laws Nathan 40 CP 4.0 GPA ≥ 3.75

1484 Bachelor of Laws Gold Coast 40 CP 4.0 GPA ≥ 3.75

1328 Bachelor of Marine Science Majors: Coastal Resource Management, Marine Chemical Sciences, Marine Ecology, Coastal Physical Science

Gold Coast Up to 60 CP* 4.0 GPA ≥ 3.75

Progression:Australian citizens and permanent residents: Upon successful completion of a Griffith College Diploma and achievement of a GPA ≥ 3.75, students will be guaranteed entry to the related Griffith program providing their rank is greater than or equal to the current QTAC cut-off for that program.

* The amount of credit available depends on the choice of Major within the degree. Contact the College for further details.

Please note: If your preferred Bachelor program is not listed above, please contact Griffith College to obtain more information on the possible pathway options.

80 credit points is equivalent to one year of full-time study. Completion of degrees where students obtain less than 80 credit points of advanced standing in the degree, may take additional time.

The information contained in this document is correct at 25/11/15; however, Griffith University and Griffith College reserve the right to alter, amend or delete details at any time without notice.

Potential career paths for degree graduates• Bioengineering• Biology• Cancer Research• Coastal Physical Science• Coastal Resource Management• Conservation and Pollution

Control Management

• Fisheries Laboratories• Forensic Science• Health Care• Laboratory or Pathology Work• Marine Science• Neuroscience• Veterinary Science