Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Overview

The Bachelor of Biomedical Science equips students with the knowledge and skills for a career working in medical healthcare and research. The program promotes interdisciplinary study, investigating human health and disease, including the cause of diseases and how they can be diagnosed and treated. The degree engages students in digital anatomy and other areas of contemporary medical science, whilst providing a strong foundation for career development through industry-based research projects.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this Course students will be able to:

• apply theoretical and practical knowledge in the biomedical science discipline to enhance health outcomes and the welfare of individuals and/or populations including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
• perform specialised techniques and use technologies for the critical analysis and interpretation of biomedical related data
• generate innovative and effective solutions for biomedical science-related problems using evidence-based approaches
• develop and apply skills in research design and methods, teamwork, initiative and critical thinking to work in medical healthcare and research
• communicate effectively with various stakeholders in medical health to disseminate information, knowledge and concepts using different delivery methods
• reflect on personal capabilities and behaviours to meet evolving professional demands in biomedical science and seek opportunities for lifelong self-improvement and professional development.

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Biomedical Science prepares students for a range of medical science focused careers. This includes, but is not limited to, medical research, pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector, laboratory technician, health policy, as well as medical and pharmaceutical sales. Biomedical Science also provides students with a pathway into postgraduate programs such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy and medicine. Graduates can also go directly into research pathways including Honours and Masters programs. 

Course rules

To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Biomedical Science, students must complete 300 credit points comprising of:

• eight [8] core units of study (100 credit points)
• eight [8] units of study from the Biomedical Science major (100 credit points) 
• eight [8] unit of other studies comprising a co-major, minor/s, and/or electives as applicable (100 credit points)

Domestic students have an opportunity to undertake a WIL Professional Placement. Due to government regulation, international students holding a student visa cannot undertake professional placement in this course and will need to transfer to another course if eligible.

Professional placements

Professional Placements are subject to a competitive selection process. Students who undertake a 12-month professional placement are subject to the following course rules and must complete 375 credit points comprising:

• eight [8] core units of study (100 credit points)
• eight [8] units of study from the Biomedical Science major (100 credit points)
• four [4] units of study from the Professional Placement Co-Major (100 credit points)
• six [6] units of other studies comprising a second major, minor/s, and/or electives as applicable (75 credit points)

Students who elect to undertake a 6-month professional placement are subject to the following course rules and must complete 337.5 credit points comprising:

• eight [8] core units of study (100 credit points)
• eight [8] units of study from the Biomedical Science major (100 credit points)
• two [2] units of study from the Professional Placement Minor (50 credit points)
• seven [7] units of other studies comprising a second major, minor/s, and/or electives as applicable (87.5 credit points)

Students must not complete more than 125 credit points (10 units) at introductory level. A unit of study can only be counted once, where units are shared between majors and/or minors, students must choose an approved alternative. Where there are no available units, students will be required to complete an alternative approved cognate unit.

Volume of learning

The Bachelor of Biomedical Science consists of a total of 300 credit points. Units normally carry 12.5 credit points. A standard annual full-time load comprises 100 credit points and a part-time load comprises 50 credit points. The volume of learning of the Bachelor of Biomedical Science is typically 3 years. For students who complete a Professional Placement, the Bachelor of Biomedical Science consists of 337.5-375 credit points. The volume of learning with the Bachelor of Biomedical Science with a 6 month placement is typically 3.5 years. The volume of learning with the Bachelor of Biomedical Science with a 12 month placement is typically 4 years.

Maximum Academic Credit

The maximum level of credit that can be granted for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science is 150 credit points (normally 12 units).