Dermal Sciences 4

Unit code:HBD3204Study level:Undergraduate

Credit points

12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)

Location

City Campus
Online Real Time

Prerequisites

HBD3104 - Dermal Sciences 3
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)

Overview

This unit will build on the knowledge base provided by HBD2102 Dermal Sciences 1 and HBD2202 Dermal Sciences 2 by further investigating concepts of ageing of the integumentary system and craniofacial anatomy. The influence of race and gender upon the integumentary system and craniofacial anatomy will also be explored. Knowledge of cell biology, biochemistry, and genomics will be developed to explain human development across the lifespan, with a focus on the influences of the endocrine system and theories of ageing.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

Evaluate how genotype may translate to phenotype to determine the genetic basis of diseases relevant to dermal practice;
Identify the relationship between genomic information and the epigenome to determine the role within inflammatory skin conditions and ageing;
Analyse variations of the integument and cranial facial development related to age, sex, race, and gender diversity;
Integrate and extend knowledge of the endocrine and integumentary systems to deduce the relationship between autoimmune diseases, endocrine disorders, advancing age and skin conditions; and
Critically review the various theories of ageing and interrogate the role of endogenous and exogenous contributors to ageing.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Presentation | Grade: 40%

Poster Presentation: Submission of an academic poster (PowerPoint format) (1000-word) with 5-min individual oral presentation followed by a 5-min individual Q&A component (Individual activity)

Assessment type: Assignment | Grade: 40%

Two (2) podcasts, each with a 500-750 word written script (each podcast 5 minutes duration) (Individual activity)

Assessment type: Case Study | Grade: 20%

Closed-book invigilated short answer case study and multiple-choice questions (in-class), 45 mins online (individual activity)

Assessment 1 podcasts reinforce workshop content and develop students’ ability to articulate their learning. Assessment 2 evaluates unit content, critical understanding, and applied reasoning through a secure, in-class format. Assessment 3, a scientific poster with an individual presentation and question-and-answer component, incorporates multimodal assessment to support diverse learning styles, promote independent inquiry beyond workshops, and ensure a secure and authentic demonstration of learning outcomes.