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Bachelor of Biomedical Science
Majoring in Biomedical Science
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Overview
The world needs highly skilled biomedical graduates – and our new tech-focussed Bachelor of Biomedical Science is the ideal entry into this vital healthcare domain. Learn in an engaging and immersive environment using state-of-the-art technology and facilities, including virtual reality and digital dissection. You’ll get the chance to take up real industry experience with leading organisations like Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and, Royal Children's Hospital. Graduate as a career-ready biomedical professional, or transition into postgraduate studies in physiotherapy, occupational therapy and medicine.
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Your industry experience
Build up your CV with real industry experience while you study through our Work Integrated Learning program, a guaranteed part of all our bachelor degrees.
Skills you’ll learn
- Scientific writing skills
- Understanding of human anatomy
- Understanding of physiology
- Biomedical data analysis
- Biomedical sciences laboratory practices
- Genetic basis of clinical conditions
Your career opportunities
- Biomedical laboratory technician
- Medical Scientist
- Biomedical technician
- Health Information Officer
- Clinical trials coordinator
- Microbiology technical officer
Key codes
International student visa
International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.
Why Swinburne?
Ranked Top 500 in Public Health
ARWU Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2022
86% of graduates found employment within 4 months of completing their course
#1 in Melbourne for graduate salary 5 years out - $85.3K (national average $66.3K)
The only uni in Australia to have both MRI and MEG at a single site
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"I have been taught to seek out knowledge and information globally and work in a team with collaborative and negotiation skills. My Industry Supervisor supports me and provides me with opportunities to learn valuable workplace skills that will help me to perform well".
Nikky Naaz Shaik , Bachelor of Health Science (Professional) - Biomedical Science
Qualifications
One of the following:
- successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.
- completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including certificates IV (completed), diplomas, advanced diplomas, associate degrees and degrees).
Guaranteed Entry ATAR
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Successful completion of Australian Year 12, or equivalent overseas qualification.
Course prerequisites
- VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 20 in any English (except EAL) or 25 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent
- VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 20 in any English (except EAL) or 25 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent
Admission requirements
Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. See admission requirements for general information about the admission process.
English language requirements
Satisfactory completion of one of the following:
- IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
- Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 65%, all skills 65% or above
- or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.
Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?
A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) can now be done at our Hawthorn campus.
Credit transfer
Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Recognition of prior learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Apply for a pathway course
Pathways allow students to progress from one qualification to another where the first course is recognised as an entry requirement and/or provides credit (advanced standing) to the second.
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Diploma of Health Science (UniLink)
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Diploma of Sport/Diploma of Leadership and Management
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Diploma of Business
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Diploma of Laboratory Technology
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Diploma of Community Services
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Diploma of Health Science (UniLink)
8 months full-time, 8 units max credit
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Diploma of Sport/Diploma of Leadership and Management
1 year full-time, 8 units max credit
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Diploma of Laboratory Technology
1 year full-time, 8 units max credit
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Diploma of Community Services
18 months full-time, 8 units max credit
Note: This information should be used as a guide for those who have completed a course and are seeking credit into another course. For those yet to commence their course, during the time taken to complete, this information may change. Credit available may vary depending on the major selected within any given degree. Progression to professional degrees may be subject to additional criteria or academic performance.
How credit points work
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Biomedical Science requires students to complete units of study to the value of 300 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
What your course could look like
This is the indicative sequence for Semester 1, 2025 only. You are advised to use the study plan template available via your student portal in conjunction with your course planner to plan your studies. Sequence may also vary depending on advanced standing and exemptions. The unit offering information is correct at the time of publication, however changes may occur.
| Units of study | Unit code |
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| Semester 1 | |
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Anatomy and Physiology
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
BIO10004 |
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Digital Health Foundations
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
HEA10004 |
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Foundations of Statistics
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
STA10003 |
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Introduction to Biomedical Science
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
BIO10010 |
| Semester 2 | |
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Musculoskeletal Anatomy
Major unit, 12.5 credit points |
BIO10008 |
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Chemistry 1
Major * unit, 12.5 credit points |
CHE10001 |
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Introduction to Chemistry
Major * unit, 12.5 credit points |
CHE10004 |
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Elective
Elective unit |
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Elective
Elective unit |
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* Students must select one of these major units in semester 2.
Want to see the full range of electives?
Learn about all the electives you can take in the course handbook.
| Units of study | Unit code |
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| Semester 1 | |
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Research Methods for Health Science
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
HEA20007 |
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Epidemiology
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
STA20009 |
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Introduction to Biochemistry
Major unit, 12.5 credit points |
BCH20002 |
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Physiology in Medical and Health Sciences
Major unit, 12.5 credit points |
NTR20003 |
| Semester 2 | |
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Health and Disease Across the Life Course
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
BIO20004 |
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Infections and Immunology in Health Sciences
Major unit, 12.5 credit points |
BIO20005 |
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Elective
Elective unit |
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Elective
Elective unit |
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| Units of study | Unit code |
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| Professional placement - Major (12 months) | |
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Work Experience in Industry A
Practical unit, 25.0 credit points |
WEI20001 |
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Integrated Professional Placement A - Science
Academic unit, 25.0 credit points |
NPS20003 |
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Work Experience in Industry B
Practical unit, 25.0 credit points |
WEI20002 |
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Integrated Professional Placement B - Science
Academic unit, 25.0 credit points |
NPS20004 |
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| Professional placement - Minor (6 months) | |
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Work Experience in Industry A
Practical unit, 25.0 credit points |
WEI20001 |
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Integrated Professional Placement A - Science
Academic unit, 25.0 credit points |
NPS20003 |
| Units of study | Unit code |
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| Semester 1 | |
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Genes and Genomics
Major unit, 12.5 credit points |
BIO30006 |
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Body Function and Structure for Health Science
Major unit, 12.5 credit points |
BIO30007 |
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Elective
Elective unit |
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Elective
Elective unit |
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| Semester 2 | |
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Biomedical Science Project
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
BIO30011 |
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Pathophysiology
Major unit, 12.5 credit points |
BIO30008 |
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Elective
Elective unit |
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Elective
Elective unit |
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2025 fees
Yearly fee* ($AUD)
$9,314
Total fee* ($AUD)
$27,942
Total indicative fee* ($AUD)
$38,340.00
2025 fees
Yearly fee* ($AUD)
$38,960.00
Fees are estimates only
Published student tuition fees for 2025 unit enrolments in HE Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) and Undergraduate Full Fee Paying (FFP) are subject to change based on individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees may vary for units studied in future years, with part-time fees being proportionally lower depending on the number of units taken per semester. Enrolled students will receive reasonable notice of any fee changes before payment is due.
Fees are estimates only
The indicative course fees shown apply to international students for the relevant year, based on a standard study load per year. Fees are assessed according to actual study load each semester, with variations to study load resulting in tuition fee adjustments. These fees generally include the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) and are subject to annual review. Enrolled students will receive reasonable notice of any fee changes before payment is due.
How do I pay my fees?
HECS-HELP is a loan and discount scheme available to you if you are eligible and enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place. A HECS-HELP loan can cover all or part of your contribution amount. You can also choose to pay your fees up front.
International students need to pay tuition fees up-front by the relevant due date. You can find the due dates on your Statement of Account.
To pay your fees:
- log in to My Financials
- check your Australian bank account details are correct
- check your Statement of Account to see how much you owe
- pay using your preferred payment method.
Eligibility for HECS-HELP
You are eligible for a HECS-HELP loan if you have been offered a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) for an undergraduate degree at Swinburne or a UniLink course, and you:
- are an Australian citizen and doing at least one unit of your course in Australia; or
- hold a permanent humanitarian visa and will be living in Australia for the duration of your course; or
- hold a New Zealand Special Category visa and meet the special eligibility requirements for New Zealand citizens.
Student services and amenities fee
This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.
The fee shown in the capped amount for 2025.
This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.
This amenities fee is included within your annual tuition fee listed above. The fee shown is the capped amount for 2025.
Please refer to the Student Services Amenities Fee page for more information.
SSAF fee* ($AUD)
$365
SSAF fee* ($AUD)
$365
Scholarships
Scholarship applications for 2025 are open. Scholarships at Swinburne are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. We want you to reach your potential and achieve your life and career goals.
Our handy guide will assist you to gather documents for your application.
When you apply for a Swinburne course, we automatically consider you for an international scholarship of up to 20 per cent off your course fees – no separate application required! Just apply for your Swinburne course of choice and when we review your course application, we will also assess you for an international scholarship.
Professional placement fees
Students who participate in a six- or 12-month professional placement will be subject to an increase in total course fees.
Apply through an agent
Most international students use an education agent to help them through the application process. Swinburne has agents all over the world that can help you with your application to study. Search for a Swinburne representative in your country. If your country is not listed, please contact us.
Apply directly
Ready to take on a new challenge and reach your academic goals? If you already know which course you want to study and understand the entry requirements, what are you waiting for? Apply online! Remember, you cannot apply direct if you have an active VTAC application.
Apply through VTAC
International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia must apply through VTAC. VTAC is the central office that administers the application processes for places in tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme at universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria.
VTAC is the central office that administers the application processes for places in tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme at universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria.
Applying through Early Entry Program?
If you are applying through the EEP Program you will need a special code to apply.