In this dual qualification, you first complete the Diploma of Laboratory Technology (specialising in Pathology Testing or Bio Analytical Testing) at SBIT and then complete the degree with the University of the Sunshine Coast
In this program you develop your laboratory career by obtaining fundamental technical laboratory skills and scientific knowledge. You learn a range of laboratory technologies including sampling and laboratory testing procedures. The bachelor component provides a theoretical and research focus in biomedical science. Refer to the Bachelor of Biomedical Science for more information.
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2024 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
In this program you develop your laboratory career by obtaining fundamental technical laboratory skills and scientific knowledge. You learn a range of laboratory technologies including sampling and laboratory testing procedures. The bachelor component provides a theoretical and research focus in biomedical science. Refer to the Bachelor of Biomedical Science for more information.
Career opportunities
Refer to the Bachelor of Biomedical Science.
Professional recognition
Graduates may become members of the Australian Society for Biotechnology; Australian Society for Immunology; Australian Society for Microbiology; Australian Society for Molecular Biology and Biochemistry.
Teaching mode
There are different teaching modes between the SBIT diploma modules and the University's Bachelor of Biomedical Science courses. Diploma modules are face-to-face teaching with performance based assessment. The University's Bachelor of Biomedical Science courses involve three or four hours of contact per course per week, generally in the mode of a one-hour lecture and two-hour tutorial. Students complete a further six or seven hours of self-directed learning per course per week. The self-directed learning consists of readings, research, assignments and other assessment items.
Please note this full-time program commences only in Semester 2 each year. New students are not required to complete any USC courses until they complete their SBIT diploma.
Program structure
This pathway is an articulation between the Diploma of Laboratory Technology (specialising in Pathology Testing or Bio Analytical Testing) and the Bachelor of Biomedical Science with the University of the Sunshine Coast.
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete the courses as listed below.
- Present your completed Diploma of Laboratory Technology (specialising in Pathology Testing or Bioanalytical Testing) to enable 4 courses (48 units) of transfer credits to be applied to your academic record.
- Complete a minimum of 14 advanced (200 and 300 level) courses, 5 of which must be 300 level courses from the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering.
Program notes
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan.
Southbank Institute of Technology (SBIT)
Students completing the Diploma of Laboratory Technology (specialising in Pathology Testing or Bio Analytical Testing) at SBIT, will be awarded credit towards their USC degree as specified below as specified below.
4 courses credit:
COR109 Biochemistry
LFS100 Food Studies
SCI105 Public Health Nutrition
SCN199 First Year Science elective
University of the Sunshine Coast (USC)
Students complete the following courses within the USC degree component at Southbank campus.
Introductory courses (6)
LFS112 Principles of Nutrition
LFS122 Nutrition for Health and Exercise
MLS101 Food, Nutrition and Menu Design
SCI110 Nutrition Practicum
MLS110 Food and the Consumer
MLS121 Nutrition Communication
Advanced courses (13)
BIM263 Nutrition Education
BIM331 Accounting Principles
LFS303 Introduction to Economics
LFS201 Introduction to Management
LFS202 Business Law and Ethics
LFS251 Creativity and Communication
LFS252 Introduction to the Creative Industries
LFS261 Introduction to Media and Communication Industries
SRP301 Playing with Words : an Introduction to Creative Writing Craftor PAR211 Public Relations: Contemporary Perspectives(at Sippy Downs)
LFS262 Introduction to Journalismor MLS211 Editing for the Communications Professional
SRP301 Communication and Thoughtand SRP321 Introductory Counselling SkillsOR WPL310 The Language of Designand WPL320 Visual Storytelling
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