Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Bachelor

Are you fascinated by how our bodies function, what keeps us healthy and what causes disease? Or maybe why are humans so different, yet also so much the same? The Bachelor of Biomedical Science embraces these questions as you explore the human body all the way to the cellular level.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor

Duration

3 years full-time, 6 years part-time

Course Code

3007312, 0102161

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Mar, Jul

International Fees

$28,800 per year / $86,400 total

ATAR

70

About this course

Are you fascinated by how our bodies function, what keeps us healthy and what causes disease? Or maybe why are humans so different, yet also so much the same? The Bachelor of Biomedical Science embraces these questions as you explore the human body all the way to the cellular level.

You'll gain a scientific understanding of the structure and function of the human body and the interrelationships between health and disease. Together with foundational sciences, you will explore the intricacies of human health and examine the pathological basis of disease processes. You will develop skills in problem-solving, analysis and interpretation of medical and laboratory data, as well as practical skills in laboratory methods.

This course is taught in laboratories equipped with cutting edge analytical equipment and provides a solid base in biomedical science, from anatomy, immunology, neuroscience and microbiology to haematology and more. A substantial professional placement builds invaluable on-the-job experience.

Graduate opportunities include roles across scientific and health care environments. Graduates may also qualify for postgraduate degrees such as pharmacy and physiotherapy, or choose to pursue medicine or other careers.

Study locations

Gold Coast

What you will learn

Demonstrate an advanced understanding of a range of technical and conceptual approaches used in the biomedical sciences.
Exercise critical reasoning and problem solving skills in a biomedical context.
Demonstrate the ability to accurately and critically evaluate scientific work.
Demonstrate innovative responses and solutions to challenges in the biomedical sciences.
Demonstrate the highest standards of ethics in research and in interactions with colleagues and the public.
Demonstrate professional standard knowledge, skills, competencies and attributes in all disciplines of the biomedical sciences appropriate for safe and effective contemporary practice.
Acknowledge responsibility for independent and self-directed learning and reflective practice.
Demonstrate the ability, and acknowledge responsibility, for maintaining and advancing knowledge in the biomedical sciences.
Communicate concisely and appropriately in a biomedical science setting.
Demonstrate the ability to work with efficiency and precision as part of a team of biomedical scientists.
Apply and integrate an understanding of social, Indigenous and cultural diversity and respect for the identity of all people.

Career pathways

Graduates find positions in biomedical, health, university and government research; hospital, veterinary and pathology laboratories and scientific sales; quality assurance, health departments and pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.

Graduates may also pursue postgraduate degrees such as pharmacy and physiotherapy, or choose to pursue medicine or other careers.

Southern Cross University (SCU)