At UNSW we recognise that students are entering medicine from diverse high school backgrounds. The Biology and Chemistry Bridging module are designed to promote equity of knowledge and give students confidence that they have the same foundational knowledge in these disciplines as their peers so that they can be confident engaging in collaborative learning without worrying that they are not starting at the same step 1 as their peers.

I have been actively involved in updating the Biology Bridging Modules to encompass the current year 12 biology curriculum and incorporate foundational knowledge. In particular I have created interactive modules on Passive and Active Cellular Transport Mechanisms that encompass modules on the following topics: Introduction To Fluid Homeostasis, Osmolarity vs Tonicity, Permeability of Cell Membranes and Electrochemical Gradients. The content is also related to lab-based practicals on the topic students complete, and is designed to complement these learning activities to support understanding of biomedical concepts underpinning these practicals.

These are interactive modules with lessons and questions in various formats including problem based clinical scenarios to emphasise the clinical relevance of what students are learning. I also deliver recorded lectures using innovative green screen software to enhance the student learning experience.

The creation of these modules was particularly important to me as Phase I Lead of a rural campus given a rural high school education is associated with socioeconomic disadvantage, with students often being the first in their family to attend university. It was therefore important to me create learning supports that help 'even the playing field' for these students.