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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
3.5 years min for students commencing in July -
Location
View in availability
3.5 years min for students commencing in July -
Placements
Yes
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ATAR
70
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Inherent Requirements
Yes
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score 6.0
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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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GA1: Intellectual rigour Exercise critical reasoning and problem solving skills in a biomedical context. Critically evaluate scientific investigations, and accurately generate, analyse, interpret and present scientific work. |
GA2: Creativity Apply evidence-based concepts to explain the biological, environmental and social determinants of human health and disease, and how these relate to both local and global major health issues. Develop solutions to unpredictable and sometimes complex problems in the biomedical sciences. |
GA3: Ethical practice Demonstrate the highest standards of ethics in all areas of the biomedical sciences. |
GA4: Knowledge of a discipline Demonstrate professional standard knowledge, skills, competencies and attributes in all disciplines of the biomedical sciences appropriate for safe and effective contemporary practice. |
GA5: Lifelong learning Apply and maintain independent, self-directed learning and reflective practice, in the biomedical sciences. |
GA6: Communication and social skills Communicate effectively and appropriately in the biomedical sciences. Work efficiently, precisely and respectfully as part of a professional team. |
GA7: Cultural competence Demonstrate an understanding of social and cultural diversity and respect for the identity of all people. |
The course includes 140 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 | Term 1, Term 3 | 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.
Language requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
| Category | Score |
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| Overall | 6.0 |
| Listening | minimum 5.5 |
| Reading | minimum 5.5 |
| Speaking | minimum 5.5 |
| Writing | minimum 5.5 |
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).
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 Equity and 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 Equity and 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.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Notes | ||||||||||||||||||
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Complete units in the following order to satisfy the Requirements of the Award |
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First Year |
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| HLTH1004 | The Reflective Learner and Health Science Scholar |
Term1,3
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| HLTH1001 | Introduction to Science for Health Professions |
Term1,3,5
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| HBIO1009 | Introductory Anatomy and Physiology |
Term2,3,5
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| CHEM1001 | Chemistry |
Term2,4
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| HBIO1010 | Integrated Anatomy and Physiology |
Summer Term
Term3
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| MATH1001 Foundation Mathematics | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| STAT2001 | Foundations of Evidence for Health Science Practitioners |
Term1,4
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| BIOL2007 | Biochemistry |
Term2,4
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Second Year |
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| HLTH1006 | Foundations of Interprofessional Health Practice |
Term1,5
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| PHAR2001 | Introductory Pharmacology |
Term1,3,5
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| HBIO2005 | Human Pathophysiology |
Summer Term
Term2
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| Elective Unit - select any University-wide Elective | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| STAT1002 | Scientific Data Management and Analysis |
Term3
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| HBIO2006 | Histology and Embryology |
Term3
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| BIOL2002 | Molecular Genetics |
Term5
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| MICR2001 | Microbiology |
Term5
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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Third Year |
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| CHEM2002 | Organic Chemistry |
Term1
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| PBHL2001 | Epidemiology |
Term1
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| BIOL2008 | Haematology I |
Term2
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| BIOL2005 | Bioinformatics | Not currently available |
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| MEDC2001 | Immunology |
Term3
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12 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| BIOL2006 | Clinical Biochemistry |
Term3
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| MICR2002 | Clinical Microbiology |
Term4
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| BIOL3002 | Professional Experience in the Biomedical Setting |
Dual Term4
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| Unit Code | Unit Title | Notes | |||
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| HLTH1004 | The Reflective Learner and Health Science Scholar | ||||
| HLTH1001 | Introduction to Science for Health Professions | ||||
| HBIO1009 | Introductory Anatomy and Physiology | ||||
| HLTH1006 | Foundations of Interprofessional Health Practice | ||||
| HBIO1010 | Integrated Anatomy and Physiology | ||||
| PHYS1002 | Introductory Physics and Maths for Health Sciences | ||||
| STAT2001 | Foundations of Evidence for Health Science Practitioners | ||||
| CHEM1001 | Chemistry | ||||
| CHEM2002 | Organic Chemistry | ||||
| PHAR2001 | Introductory Pharmacology | ||||
| HBIO2005 | Human Pathophysiology | ||||
| BIOL2007 | Biochemistry | ||||
| STAT1002 | Scientific Data Management and Analysis | ||||
| HBIO2006 | Histology and Embryology | ||||
| BIOL2002 | Molecular Genetics | ||||
| MICR2001 | Microbiology | ||||
| PBHL2001 | Epidemiology | ||||
| BIOL2008 | Haematology I | ||||
| BIOL2005 | Bioinformatics | ||||
| MEDC2001 | Immunology | ||||
| BIOL2006 | Clinical Biochemistry | ||||
| MICR2002 | Clinical Microbiology | ||||
| BIOL3002 | Professional Experience in the Biomedical Setting | ||||
| Select one unit from the undergraduate university-wide electives | |||||