Course overview
The aim of this course is to develop students' understanding of the healthy human body including integrative physiology and cell biology that underpins pathophysiology. Structure and function of the muscular, skeletal and nervous systems; special senses; extension of concepts of homeostasis, regulation and integration of body systems (immune system, digestive system, nutrition and metabolism, fluid, electrolyte and acid base balance); continuity (genetics and cell biology), physiological development across the lifespan; types, growth and control of microorganisms and an introduction to physiological adaptations; infection and infection control.
Course learning outcomes
- Explain the relationships between the concepts of anatomy and physiology for specific body systems.
- Explain the structure and function of: immune, digestive, muscular, skeletal and nervous systems, special senses.
- Apply the concepts of immunity and body defence mechanisms to inform practice.
- Explain cell biological principles of growth and molecular movement across cell membranes.
- Explain the concept of continuity of the human species and the physiological and anatomical changes that occur over a life span.
- Integrate physiology of various body systems to understand the concept of homeostasis and the care of a person.
- Explain the key differences between common types of infections, how they cause disease, who is most at risk and how the diseases can best be prevented or treated
Fee calculator
To display course fees, please select your status and program below:
We’re updating this Fee Calculator. It currently shows fees for programs only. Please check the relevant program for full fee details.
Study Abroad student tuition fees are available here.
Only some Postgraduate Coursework programs are available as Commonwealth Supported. Please check your program for specific fee information.
The Student Contribution amount displayed below is for students commencing a new program from 2021 onwards. If you are continuing in a program you commenced prior to 1 January 2021, or are commencing an Honours degree relating to an undergraduate degree you commenced prior to 1 January 2021, you may be charged a different Student Contribution amount from the amount displayed below. Please check the Student Contribution bands for continuing students here. If you are an international student, or a domestic student studying in a full fee paying place, and are continuing study that you commenced in 2025 or earlier, your fees will be available here before enrolments open for 2026.