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 2025 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
Introductory courses (7)
COR109 Public Relations: Contemporary Perspectives
LFS100 Introduction to Journalism
LFS112 Introduction to Creative Advertising
LFS122 Communication and Thought
MLS101 Communication and Thought
SCI105 Cell Biology
SCI110 Human Physiology
Advanced courses (11)
Required courses: (8)
BIM263 Human Anatomy
BIM331 Foundations in Medical Science
LFS201 Chemistry
LFS202 Science Research Methods
LFS251 Introduction to Pharmacology
LFS252 Immunology
LFS261 Systemic Physiology I
LFS303 Systemic Physiology II
Plus select 3 courses (36 units) from the following list, of which 2 (24 units) must be 300 level:
BIM202 Biochemistry
BIM203 Molecular Biology
BIM303 Microbiology
BIM341 Pathophysiology
BIM371 Genes in Health and Disease
CHM202 Blood Banking and Transfusion Sciences
CHM311 Introduction to Clinical Trial Management
LFS262 Biochemical Pharmacology
MBT301 Clinical Embryology
MBT352 Organic Chemistry
MBT353 Medicinal Organic Chemistry
MBT361 Medical Microbiology
MLS210 Pharmaceutical and Food Microbiology
MLS211 Molecular Biotechnology
NUT212 Microbial Pathogenesis
NUT232 Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology
PUB361 Advanced Haematology
SCI202 Medical Biochemistry
SCI302 Principles of Nutrition
SPX201 Nutritional Biochemistry
SPX211 Epidemiology and Biostatistics
SPX301 Advanced Research Methods and Statistics
SRP301 Analytical Sciences
SRP321 Functional Anatomy
WPL310 Exercise Physiology I
WPL320 Exercise in Cardiorespiratory and Metabolic Health
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).
Total units: 288
Program requirements and notes
For students commencing Semester 1, 2015. 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 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.