Conjoint: BGlobalSt/BSc major in Physiology

A major is the main subject area that you choose to study in your degree. You will study courses up to Stage III level in this subject.

As well as gaining skills, knowledge and experience in your chosen area, you will learn how to think creatively, solve problems and communicate effectively, all essential skills to help you thrive in any career you choose.

Please see the main programme link below to see further details for the programme.

Physiology explores how the body works. It provides a rational scientific basis for the treatment of disease.

At the core of Physiology is the acquisition of knowledge by observation, experiment and interpretation.

Physiology is highly quantitative and has close links with biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology, mathematical modelling and pharmacology, as well as zoology and plant biology. A large part of medical research is centred on Physiology. It is an active and developing science that promises to be one of the most exciting disciplines for the foreseeable future.

BGlobalSt/BSc - Bachelor of Global Studies / Bachelor of Science Conjoint

Physiology is one of six Bachelor of Science health majors that provide clear pathways into selected year two clinical health programmes.

A major in Physiology opens doors to a wide and growing range of careers, both in Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally.

Complete 120 points comprising:

15 points for all Stage I Compulsory Courses, and
15 points from Stage I Elective Courses, and
30 points for all Stage II Compulsory Courses, and
15 points from Stage II Elective Courses, and
45 points from Stage III Elective Courses

Stage I Compulsory Courses

Complete 15 points for ALL of the following:

MEDSCI 142 - Biology for Biomedical Science: Organ Systems (15 points)

Stage I Elective Courses

Complete exactly 15 points from the following:

BIOSCI 107 - Biology for Biomedical Science: Cellular Processes (15 points)

CHEM 190 - Chemistry for Medical and Life Sciences (15 points)

PHYSICS 102 - Basic Concepts of Physics (15 points)

PHYSICS 120 - Advancing Physics 1 (15 points)

Stage II Compulsory Courses

Complete 30 points for ALL of the following:

MEDSCI 205 - The Physiology of Human Organ Systems (15 points)

MEDSCI 206 - Principles of Neuroscience (15 points)

Stage II Elective Courses

Complete exactly 15 points from the following:

MEDSCI 201 - Human Structure and Function (15 points)

MEDSCI 203 - Mechanisms of Disease (15 points)

MEDSCI 204 - Pharmacology and Toxicology (15 points)

Stage III Elective Courses

Complete exactly 45 points from the following:

MEDSCI 309 - Biophysics of Nerve and Muscle (15 points)

MEDSCI 311 - Cardiovascular Biology (15 points)

MEDSCI 312 - Neuroendocrinology of Growth and Metabolism (15 points)

MEDSCI 316 - Sensory Neuroscience: From Molecules to Disease (15 points)

MEDSCI 317 - Integrative Neuroscience: From Fetus to Adult (15 points)

Please note that while regulations and programme rules for future academic years may be displayed or made available in advance, they remain subject to change. Official, final approved programme regulations for the upcoming academic year will be available when the University Calendar is published in late October of the preceding year. Any information available prior to Calendar publication should be treated as provisional.

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