Bridging Biology Course
Overview
The Biology Bridging Course places emphasis on building conceptual understanding and developing skill sets to prepare you for first-year biology units.
The course does not offer formal accreditation or prerequisite qualifications for University of Sydney enrolment.
What you'll learn
By the end of this course, you will:
- Gain knowledge and skill sets applicable to undertaking first-year biology units.
- Receive a certificate of participation upon course completion. The certificate of participation does not hold any accreditation or qualifications for University of Sydney degrees or enrolment.
Faculty of Science
Conducting excellent research and creating the next generation of science talent in Australia is core to the Faculty of Science, as they play a leading role in Australia's ability to compete scientifically on the world stage.
Content
You will explore core biology concepts in four modules, one module per week:
- Diversity & Evolution
- Cell Biology
- Energy
- Genetics & Inheritance
The course is suitable for assumed knowledge of biology which will support students moving into the first year of their tertiary studies. It is designed for science students enrolling in first-year biology and have not completed HSC Biology (or equivalent) or found Biology difficult at school. Anyone may take this bridging course regardless of which tertiary institution they are enrolling in.
Biology On-Campus
The face-to-face course option will be an intensive set of lectures, practicals and workshops tutorials by the biology team. This will also include access to the self-serve online resources. Each day, students will participate in a mixture of lectures, investigative laboratories, and interactive workshops. For laboratory sessions, need to bring your own lab coat, safety goggles and wear appropriate footwear that covers the toe, heel, and top of the foot.
Biology Online
Format: Online and self-serve. The course includes chapter notes, recorded digital lectures, online worksheets and online quizzes. The online self-paced option will commence 27th January 2025 and conclude 23rd February 2025.
MySydney scholarship recipients starting their studies at the University of Sydney in Semester 1, 2025, may qualify for complimentary enrolment in the above Short Courses. For more information see MySydney Entry and Scholarship Scheme.
If you meet the eligibility criteria, you will receive a separate invitation to register for these courses in January 2025. Eligible scholars who register and pay for the course will be offered reimbursement in January 2025.
All participants should read our terms and conditions prior to enrolling.
Please note the following:
- if you enrol in a self-paced course, a refund will not be granted in any circumstance, and you will not be eligible to withdraw from this course or to claim a credit voucher for the course cost;
- if you enrol in a Bridging course (Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics) delivered by the Faculty of Science and cancel your enrolment or order within 48 hours of your purchase, we will refund the fees in full.
Dr Hong Dao Nguyen
Email: hongdao.nguyen@sydney.edu.au
Sessions
| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
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| Mon 10 Feb 2025 | 9am - 4pm (UTC+11:00) | Room TBA - Face-to-face (venue TBA) | |
| Tue 11 Feb 2025 | 9am - 4pm (UTC+11:00) | Room TBA - Face-to-face (venue TBA) | |
| Wed 12 Feb 2025 | 9am - 4pm (UTC+11:00) | Room TBA - Face-to-face (venue TBA) | |
| Thu 13 Feb 2025 | 9am - 4pm (UTC+11:00) | Room TBA - Face-to-face (venue TBA) | |
| Fri 14 Feb 2025 | 9am - 4pm (UTC+11:00) | Room TBA - Face-to-face (venue TBA) |
Upcoming classes
Face-to-face (venue TBA)
| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 10 Feb 2025 | 9am - 4pm (UTC+11:00) | Room TBA - Face-to-face (venue TBA) | |
| Tue 11 Feb 2025 | 9am - 4pm (UTC+11:00) | Room TBA - Face-to-face (venue TBA) | |
| Wed 12 Feb 2025 | 9am - 4pm (UTC+11:00) | Room TBA - Face-to-face (venue TBA) | |
| Thu 13 Feb 2025 | 9am - 4pm (UTC+11:00) | Room TBA - Face-to-face (venue TBA) | |
| Fri 14 Feb 2025 | 9am - 4pm (UTC+11:00) | Room TBA - Face-to-face (venue TBA) |
Facilitators
