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 Semester 1, 2014. All other students please refer to previous handbooks.
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 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
Introductory courses (7)
COR109 Interactive Technologies and Environments
LFS100 Design Capstone
LFS112 Design Methods
LFS122 Introduction to Interactive Media
MLS101 Responsive Design and Technology
SCI105 Interactive Technologies and Environments
SCI110 Geographic Information Science and Technology
Advanced courses (11)
Required courses: (8)
BIM263 Earth Observation: Remote Sensing and Surveying
BIM331 Applied Geospatial Analysis
LFS201 Mapping with Drones
LFS202 Introduction to Screen and Media Industries
LFS251 Creative Production
LFS252 Screen Media Production
LFS261 Screen Media and Pop Culture
LFS303 Screen Media: Showcase in Practice
Plus select 3 courses (36 units) from the following list, of which 2 (24 units) must be 300 level:
BIM202 Work Integrated Learning Project
BIM203 Grammars of Design
BIM303 Introduction to Design and Concept
BIM341 Introduction to Interaction & UX Design
BIM371 Responsive Website Design
CHM202 Interactivity and Frameworks
CHM311 Augmented Reality Design
LFS262 Design Portfolio
MBT301 Industry Project 1: Communication, Creativity and Design
MBT352 Industry Internship 1: Communication, Creativity and Design
MBT353 Introduction to Design and Concept
MBT361 Introduction to Interaction & UX Design
MLS210 Responsive Website Design
MLS211 Interactivity and Frameworks
NUT212 Health Promotion Implementation and Evaluation
NUT232 Health Promotion Principles
PUB361 Health Promotion Needs Assessment and Planning
SCI202 Public Health Foundations
SCI302 Quantitative Research Methods
SPX201 Health Promotion Settings
SPX211 Introduction to Behavioural Health
SPX301 Research in Health Care
SRP301 Epidemiology and Biostatistics
SRP321 Health Promotion Professional Learning I (Virtual)
WPL310 Health Promotion Professional Learning II
WPL320 Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
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).