- 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 [TabLink top Study Plan]Study Plan.
Program structure
Core courses (2)
Select 2 courses from:
COR109 Immunology
COR110 Pathophysiology
COR111 Clinical Biochemistry
Introductory courses (5)
LFS100 Introduction to Clinical Trial Management
LFS112 Immunohaematology
LFS122 Biochemical Pharmacology
SCI105 Organic Chemistry
SCI110 Medical Microbiology
Advanced courses (11)
Required courses: (8)
BIM263 Pharmaceutical and Food Microbiology
BIM331 Molecular Biotechnology
LFS201 Microbial Pathogenesis
LFS202 Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology
LFS251 Genetics
LFS252 Advanced Instrumental Techniques
LFS261 Functional Anatomy
LFS303 Exercise Physiology I
Plus select 3 courses from the following list, of which 2 must be 300 level:
BIM302 Cardiorespiratory Health and Rehabilitation
BIM303 Communication and Thought
BIM332 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
BIM341 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
CHM202 Cell Biology
LFS262 Human Physiology
MBT301 Human Anatomy
MBT352 Chemistry
MBT353 Science Research Methods
MBT361 Introduction to Pharmacology
SCI212 Immunology
SCI302 Systemic Physiology I
SPX201 Systemic Physiology II
SPX211 Biochemistry
SPX301 Molecular Biology
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 Microbiology 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 Criminal Law and Procedure A | |||
| COR110 Foundations of Human Behaviour | |||
| COR111 Foundations of Australian Law B |
Required courses: (5)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS100 Punishment and Corrections | |||
| SCI105 Human Physiology | |||
| SCI110 Food in Society | |||
| LFS112 Principles of Nutrition | |||
| LFS122 Nutrition for Health and Exercise |
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 Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship | |||
| LFS251 Contemporary Communication Theory and Trends | |||
| LFS261 Communication for the Creative Professional | |||
| BIM263 Editing for Professionals | |||
| LFS202 Introduction to Contemporary Global Media and Communication | |||
| LFS252 Digital Journalism |
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 Global Communication | |||
| LFS303 Work Integrated Learning Project |
Plus select 3 courses from the following list, of which 2 must be 300 level:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIM302 Work Integrated Learning Placement | |||
| BIM303 Communication and Thought | |||
| BIM332 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| BIM341 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| CHM202 Cell Biology | |||
| LFS262 Chemistry | |||
| MBT301 Science Research Methods | |||
| MBT352 Human Physiology | |||
| MBT353 Human Anatomy | |||
| MBT361 Systemic Physiology I | |||
| SCI212 Biochemistry | |||
| SCI302 Microbiology | |||
| SPX201 Introduction to Pharmacology | |||
| SPX211 Systemic Physiology II | |||
| SPX301 Molecular Biology |
Elective courses: (3)
Select 3 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).