About the Faculty of Science
> In 2008, UQ was ranked 32nd in Life Sciences and Biomedicine in the prestigious Times Higher Education
   Supplement's annual ranking of universities in the world.
> UQ was also named as one of the top 3 Australian institutions in the fields of molelcular biology/genetics,
   biology and biochemistry, chemistry, pharmacology, microbiology, ecology/environment, and plant and animal
   science, according to the total number of citations based on papers published and cited in Thomson Reuters-
   indexed journals between 2003-2007.
> The Faculty boasts Australia's most extensive marine science teaching and research facilities, with field
   stations on the Great Barrier Reef (Heron Island), Low Isles and Moreton Bay (North Stradbroke Island).
> UQ is home to the Gross Anatomy Facility (GAF), a modern scientific teaching unit that provides flexible space
   for the display and practice of state-of-the-art skills in medical anatomy.

Pre-Med and Pre-Health Students
Courses such as Biomedical Science, Anatomy, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Social Sciences, and Humanities are available to students preparing for careers in the medical and health professions. Students gain international and cross-cultural perspectives on the critical medical and health policy questions confronting the world today, and are also exposed to research, field trips and clinical opportunities in the fields such as Science, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, and Environmental Studies.

UQ’s Gross Anatomy Facility (GAF) is a modern scientific teaching unit, catering to almost 4000 anatomy students annually. This Facility provides flexible space for the display and practice of state-of-the-art skills in medical anatomy. This modern and spacious laboratory provides anatomical resources for students of medicine, science, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, psychology, health and medicine education, conducive to mastering this most demanding subject. Students of Pharmacy, Dentistry and Human Movements are also able to learn human anatomy using the latest technology in a respectful environment. Teaching tools include life size skeletons, bones and radiographic images as well as potted, plastinated and wet specimens.

Featured courses:
 
Australia’s Marine Environment MARS2005
This course provides students with an understanding of the significance of Australia's marine systems and their importance in the global scene. Diversity of environments, both pristine and altered, sites of conservation significance, endangered plants and animals, and jurisdictional responsibilities are also examined.
Field trips to Moreton Bay Research Station, which is located on the world heritage listed Great Barrier Reef, are not compulsory but highly recommended. There are additional costs associated with this field trip.

Australia’s Terrestrial Environment BIOL2001
This course introduces students to Australian flora and fauna. Through lectures and field trips to Brisbane Forest Park, Fraser Island World Heritage Area, and Australia Zoo, students will examine a range of animals and vegetation types, and learn about Australian climate, soil, and geomorphology, along with those historical factors that have helped shape this continent's distinctive terrestrial environment. The course is designed to give students a broad understanding of ecological principles and processes that are specific to Australia, and will allow them to critically assess the impacts of human activities on our fragile terrestrial ecosystems. There are additional costs associated with these field trips.
 

Other courses of interest:

A full list of courses available to Study Abroad and Exchange students can be found on UQ’s Courses and Programs website.