Students gain an understanding of how the human body works and what happens when diseases, infections and clinical disorders occur.
First-year studies include cell biology, chemistry, science research methods, human anatomy and physiology. Advanced level courses include physiology, pathophysiology, biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology and pharmacology. Students can undertake placements in areas such as hospitals, clinical trial centres, pharmaceutical companies and medical research institutes. The program provides appropriate education for entry into postgraduate medical courses.
- 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.
First-year studies include cell biology, chemistry, science research methods, human anatomy and physiology. Advanced level courses include physiology, pathophysiology, biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology and pharmacology. Students can undertake placements in areas such as hospitals, clinical trial centres, pharmaceutical companies and medical research institutes. The program provides appropriate education for entry into postgraduate medical courses.
Career opportunities
Biomedical research, biotechnology, clinical measurements (cardiac, sleep and respiratory diagnostics), clinical trials management, pharmaceuticals, medical microbiology.
Membership
Australian Society for Biotechnology; Australian Society for Immunology; Australian Society for Microbiology; Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
Program structure
For students commencing in the current semester. All other students please refer to previous handbooks.
Introductory courses (7)
COR109 Science Research Methods
LFS100 Animal Form, Function and Evolution
LFS112 Marine Vertebrates: Sharks, Seabirds, Fish, Turtles and Whales
LFS122 Biodiversity and Ecology
MLS101 Science Research Methods
SCI105 Animal Ecology Field Course
SCI110 Endangered Animals and their Conservation
Advanced courses (11)
Required courses: (8)
BIM263 Cell Biology
BIM331 Discovering Science
LFS201 Accounting Principles
LFS202 Economics for Business
LFS251 Communication and Thought
LFS252 Exploring Business Research
LFS261 Information Systems in Organisations
LFS303 Financial Accounting
Plus select 3 courses (36 units) from the following list, of which 2 (24 units) must be 300 level:
BIM202 Communication and Thought
BIM203 Human Development and Learning
BIM303 Foundations of Literacy and Numeracy
BIM341 Professional Experience: The role of the teacher
BIM371 Integrating ICT into Learning
CHM202 Professional Experience: Connecting with Learning and Teaching
CHM311 Teaching Mathematics in the Early Years
LFS262 Teaching English: Curriculum and Pedagogy
MBT301 Playing with Words : an Introduction to Creative Writing Craft
MBT352 Teaching Science in the Early Years
MBT353
MBT361 Introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education
MLS210 Think Health
MLS211 Introduction to Sport and Exercise Science
NUT212 Introduction to Behavioural Health
NUT232 Anatomy and Physiology
PUB361 Introduction to Coaching Science
SCI202 Exercise Prescription and Programming I
SCI302 Principles of Nutrition
SPX201 Sport and Exercise Psychology
SPX211 Motor Control and Learning
SPX301 Nutrition for Health and Exercise
SRP301 Professional Placement in Sport Studies
SRP321 Communication and Thought
WPL310 Foundations of Australian Law A
WPL320 Criminal Law and Procedure A
Elective courses (6)
Select 6 elective courses (at least 3 courses should be at 200 or 300 level) from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Note: Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Total units: 288
Program requirements and notes
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete no more than 10 introductory (100 coded, not EDU coded or LFS103 ) courses, including the core course.
- Complete a minimum of 14 advanced (200/300 coded) courses, 5 of which must be 300 coded courses from the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- 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 Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
- Students who have completed the Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Science at the University of the Sunshine Coast will be eligible to receive 2 years credit transfer (16 courses) towards the Bachelor of Biomedical Science at USC. Students will be able to apply by direct application for entry into the Bachelor of Biomedical Science via USC Admissions upon completion of the Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, or via QTAC if they have a break from studies of more than 24 months. Students commencing this pathway are able to commence in either Semester 1 or Semester 2. However, students commencing in Semester 2 will only be able to be part-time enrolled and it will therefore take longer to complete your Bachelor of Biomedical Science. Please refer to specific Study Plan.
- When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan.