- Gain scientific skills for employment in applied biomedical industries
- A strong base for further studies in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry or veterinary science
- Choose electives from any faculty to diversify knowledge
Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Biomedical Science
Award abbreviation: BBiomedSc
QTAC code: 013051
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: OP-16 / Rank-67
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Study mode: on campus
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C; and at least one of the sciences, preferably Chemistry
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: SC355
CRICOS code: 066285C. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Gain an understanding of how the human body works and what happens when diseases, infections and clinical disorders occur.
Your study combines traditional biomedical disciplines such as physiology, anatomy, pathophysiology, immunology and biochemistry, with specific competency-based skills in areas such as pharmacology, nutrition, biotechnology, and microbial diseases. You gain the scientific knowledge and skills to work in applied biomedical industries and biomedical research. The program provides appropriate education for entry into postgraduate medical courses.
Career opportunities
Biomedical research and education, biotechnology, cardiac diagnostics, clinical measurement, clinical trials management, communicable disease control, drug registration, medical sales and pharmaceuticals, medical microbiology.
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.
Enquiries
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering for program advice
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete no more than 10 introductory (100 level, not EDU coded or LFS103 ) courses, including the core courses.
- Complete a minimum of 14 advanced (200 and 300 level) courses, 5 of which must be 300 level science (not EDU coded or NUR221 , PAR221 , HLT221 , NUR231 and PAR231 ) courses.
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 participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses within an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Adviser to discuss timing and course issues.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
- When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan.
Program structure
Core courses (2)
Select 2 courses from:
COR109 Molecular Biology
COR110 Immunology
COR111 Pathophysiology
Introductory courses (5)
LFS100 Clinical Biochemistry
LFS112 Introduction to Clinical Trial Management
LFS122 Immunohaematology
SCI105 Biochemical Pharmacology
SCI110 Organic Chemistry
Advanced courses (11)
Required courses: (8)
BIM263 Medical Microbiology
BIM331 Pharmaceutical and Food Microbiology
LFS201 Molecular Biotechnology
LFS202 Microbial Pathogenesis
LFS251 Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology
LFS252 Genetics
LFS261 Advanced Instrumental Techniques
LFS303 Functional Anatomy
Plus select 3 courses from the following list, of which 2 must be 300 level:
BIM302 Exercise Physiology I
BIM303 Cardiorespiratory Health and Rehabilitation
BIM332 Communication and Thought
BIM341 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
CHM202 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
LFS262 Cell Biology
MBT301 Human Physiology
MBT352 Human Anatomy
MBT353 Chemistry
MBT361 Science Research Methods
SCI212 Introduction to Pharmacology
SCI302 Immunology
SPX201 Systemic Physiology I
SPX211 Systemic Physiology II
SPX301 Biochemistry
Elective courses (6)
Select 6 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Study Plan
The Bachelor of Biomedical Science Study Plan is valid for students commencing in the current Semester.
Year 1
- Two (2) Core courses:
Complete one Core course in Semester 1 and one in Semester 2 - Five (5) required courses:
SCI110 Molecular Biology should be studied in Semester 1 - One (1) elective course:
Elective course should be studied in Semester 2
Core courses: (2)
Select 2 courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Introduction to Indigenous Australia | |||
| COR110 Physics | |||
| COR111 Nutritional Biochemistry |
Required courses: (5)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS100 Advanced Instrumental Techniques | |||
| SCI105 Workplace Learning: Inclusivity and Diversity | |||
| SCI110 Workplace Learning: Professional Engagement | |||
| LFS112 Science Research Methods | |||
| LFS122 Biochemical Pharmacology |
Elective course: (1)
Select 1 elective course from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Year 2
- Six (6) required courses
- Two (2) elective courses:
One elective course should be studied in Semester 1 and one elective course should be studied in Semester 2
Required courses: (6)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS201 E-Learning Leader | |||
| LFS251 Learning for Sustainability in Schools | |||
| LFS261 Internship | |||
| BIM263 Human Development and Early Learning | |||
| LFS202 Learning Choices | |||
| LFS252 Vocational Education and Training: Learning Engagement |
Elective courses: (2)
Select 2 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Year 3
- Five (5) required courses:
Three courses to be chosen from list, of which two must be at 300 level. - Three (3) elective courses
Required courses: (5)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIM331 Teaching Reading and Writing | |||
| LFS303 Teaching Mathematics |
Plus select 3 courses from the following list, of which 2 must be 300 level:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIM302 Alternative Schooling Pedagogies | |||
| BIM303 Contexts of Disability and Differences | |||
| BIM332 Communication and Thought | |||
| BIM341 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| CHM202 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| LFS262 Cell Biology | |||
| MBT301 Chemistry | |||
| MBT352 Science Research Methods | |||
| MBT353 Human Physiology | |||
| MBT361 Human Anatomy | |||
| SCI212 Systemic Physiology I | |||
| SCI302 Biochemistry | |||
| SPX201 Microbiology | |||
| SPX211 Introduction to Pharmacology | |||
| SPX301 Systemic Physiology II |
Elective courses: (3)
Select 3 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).