This Associate Degree in Science — Biology pathway recommended study sequence is for students commencing in the current semester.
Students that successfully follow the recommended study sequence for the Biology pathway as listed below will be eligible to apply to transfer into the following program:
- Bachelor of Science with an Extended major in Biology
Students should seek Program Advice from the Faculty Administration office or email FosheProgramAdvice@usc.edu.au with regards to queries on Program progression.
Year 1
Semester 1
| Course | Semester of offer (Sunshine Coast) | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Health, Culture and Society | |||
| LFS100 Anatomy and Physiology | |||
| SCI105 Contexts of Practice: The Older Person and Family | |||
| SCI110 Preparation for Practice 1 |
Semester 2
| Course | Semester of offer (Sunshine Coast) | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS112 Nursing Practice 1 | |||
| SCI102 Contexts of Practice: Mental Health Care | |||
| SET111 Preparation for Practice 2 |
PLUS select 1 elective course from any faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Year 2
Semester 1
| Course | Semester of offer (Sunshine Coast) | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENS213 Drug Therapy | |||
| ENS221 Contexts of Practice: Health Alteration | |||
| LFS251 Nursing Practice 2 |
PLUS select 1 of the following:
| Course | Semester of offer (Sunshine Coast) | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTH100 Health Law and Ethics | |||
| MTH102 Preparation for Practice 3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Semester of offer (Sunshine Coast) | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENS222 Contexts of Practice: Complex Care | |||
| LFS252 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Cultural Safety | |||
| SCI212 Nursing Practice 3 |
PLUS select 1 advanced (200/300 coded) elective course from any faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).