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Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
3 years full-time; 6 years part-time
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Location
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Placements
NA
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ATAR
70
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Inherent Requirements
NA
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
BBioMedSc
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Course code
3007312
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Credit points
288
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Equivalent units
24
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Indicative Fee
Overview
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.
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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. |
The course structure includes 420 hours of professional placement for students to gain workplace experience in health and research facilities, such as pathology labs or research labs.
Professional experience placements require students to fulfil certain pre-requisites prior to attending any placements. Prior to applying for this course, please consider the important information regarding these requirements.
This course enables students to gain knowledge and understanding of human health and the connection between disease processes and scientific laboratory investigations. Core units cover biochemistry, physiology, anatomy, immunology, neuroscience, microbiology, haematology, genetics and research.
| Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
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| Gold Coast | Session 1 , Session 2 | N/A | N/A |
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Entry requirements
An applicant who has completed a Certificate III qualification will not be admitted solely on the basis of this qualification.
Course requirements
To be eligible to receive the Bachelor of Biomedical Science, students must complete the equivalent of 24 units (288 credit points), comprising:
- 23 core units (276 credit points); and
- one elective unit (12 credit points).
Exit Awards
Students may be eligible to exit with an Associate Degree of Health and Human Sciences after completing the equivalent of 16 units (192 credit points), comprising any 16 core units.
Students may be eligible to exit with a Diploma of Health and Human Sciences after completing the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points), comprising any 8 core units.
Professional Experience Learning
This course includes professional experience learning. Pre-requisites to meet national and state-based regulatory requirements, as detailed on Faculty of Health Professional Experience page must be met prior to attending professional experience placement. All professional experience learning hours must be completed and professional behaviour and conduct must be demonstrated.
Inherent Requirements
Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Student Access & Inclusion website. Students who have a disability or health condition which may impact on their ability to meet these requirements are encouraged to visit the Student Access & Inclusion website for further information and contact details.
Course structure
Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.
Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment.
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Year 1, Session 1 |
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| CHEM1002 | Chemistry for Health Sciences |
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| HBIO1007 | Human Physiology I |
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| HLTH1001 | Introduction to Science for Health Professions |
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| HBIO1003 - Systemic Anatomy OR HBIO1001 - Human Anatomy | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Year 1, Session 2 |
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| HBIO1008 | Human Physiology II |
Session2,3
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| HBIO2006 | Histology and Embryology |
Session2
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| CHEM2002 | Organic Chemistry |
Session2
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| PHYS1002 | Introductory Physics and Maths for Health Sciences |
Session2
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Year 2, Session 1 |
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| BIOL2007 | Biochemistry |
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| BIOL2003 | Neuroscience |
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| HBIO2005 | Human Pathophysiology |
Session1,3
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| PHAR2001 | Introductory Pharmacology |
Session1,3
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Year 2, Session 2 |
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| MICR2001 | Microbiology |
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| BIOL2002 | Molecular Genetics |
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| MEDC2001 | Immunology |
Session2
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| General Elective / Transfusion Science | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Year 2, Session 3 |
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| STAT2001 | Introduction to Evidence for Health Science Practitioners |
Session1,2,3
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Year 3, Session 1 |
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| BIOL2005 | Bioinformatics |
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| MICR2002 | Clinical Microbiology |
Session1
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| BIOL2004 | Haematology |
Session1
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| BIOL2006 | Clinical Biochemistry |
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Year 3, Session 2 |
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| PBHL2001 | Epidemiology |
Session2
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| BIOL3001 | Professional Experience in the Biomedical Setting |
Session2
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Year 1, Session 1 |
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| HLTH1001 | Introduction to Science for Health Professions |
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| HBIO1001 - Human Anatomy OR HBIO1003 - Systemic Anatomy | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Year 1, Session 2 |
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| HBIO1007 | Human Physiology I |
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| PHYS1002 | Introductory Physics and Maths for Health Sciences |
Session2
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Year 1, Session 3 |
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| HBIO1008 | Human Physiology II |
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Year 2, Session 1 |
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| HBIO2006 | Histology and Embryology |
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| CHEM2002 | Organic Chemistry |
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Year 3, Session 1 |
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| BIOL2007 | Biochemistry |
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| BIOL2003 | Neuroscience |
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Year 3, Session 2 |
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| MICR2001 | Microbiology |
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| BIOL2002 | Molecular Genetics |
Term5
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Year 4, Session 1 |
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| PHAR2001 | Introductory Pharmacology |
Session1,3
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| HBIO2005 | Human Pathophysiology |
Session1,3
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Year 4, Session 2 |
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| MEDC2001 | Immunology |
Session2
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| STAT2001 | Introduction to Evidence for Health Science Practitioners |
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Year 5, Session 1 |
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| BIOL2005 | Bioinformatics |
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| BIOL2006 | Clinical Biochemistry |
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| PBHL2001 | Epidemiology |
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Year 6, Session 1 |
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| MICR2002 | Clinical Microbiology |
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| BIOL2004 | Haematology |
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Year 6, Session 2 |
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| BIOL3001 | Professional Experience in the Biomedical Setting |
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Year 1, Session 2 |
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| HBIO1007 | Human Physiology I |
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Year 1, Session 3 |
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| HBIO1003 - Systemic Anatomy OR HBIO1001 - Human Anatomy | |||||||||||||||||||||
| HBIO1008 | Human Physiology II |
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Year 2, Session 1 |
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| Complete the unit under Session 3 below and then follow the Course Progression for Session 1 Commencement excluding the completed unit. | |||||
Session 3 |
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| HBIO1003 - Systemic Anatomy OR HBIO1001 - Human Anatomy | |||||
Note 1:
Double-weighted unit
Note 2:
Can also be studied in Year 2, Session 2
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Notes | |||
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Core Units |
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| HBIO1007 | Human Physiology I | ||||
| CHEM1002 | Chemistry for Health Sciences | ||||
| HBIO1008 | Human Physiology II | ||||
| HLTH1001 | Introduction to Science for Health Professions | ||||
| CHEM2002 | Organic Chemistry | ||||
| PHYS1002 | Introductory Physics and Maths for Health Sciences | ||||
| BIOL2007 | Biochemistry | ||||
| PHAR2001 | Introductory Pharmacology | ||||
| HBIO2005 | Human Pathophysiology | ||||
| MICR2001 | Microbiology | ||||
| PBHL2001 | Epidemiology | ||||
| BIOL3001 | Professional Experience in the Biomedical Setting | Note 1 | |||
| BIOL2003 | Neuroscience | ||||
| HBIO2006 | Histology and Embryology | ||||
| BIOL2002 | Molecular Genetics | ||||
| MEDC2001 | Immunology | ||||
| BIOL2005 | Bioinformatics | ||||
| MICR2002 | Clinical Microbiology | ||||
| BIOL2004 | Haematology | ||||
| BIOL2006 | Clinical Biochemistry | ||||
| STAT2001 | Introduction to Evidence for Health Science Practitioners | ||||
| Plus one of | |||||
| HBIO1003 | Systemic Anatomy | ||||
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| HBIO1001 | Human Anatomy | ||||
Elective |
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| Students wishing to pursue a career in medical laboratory science are advised to take the below unit, Transfusion Science. Otherwise, choose one elective unit from undergraduate university wide electives | |||||
| MEDC2002 | Transfusion Science | ||||