Program summary
Program title: Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Biotechnology/Pathology)/Bachelor of Biomedical Science
QTAC code: 555598 FT
OP/Rank for 2010 entry: Not applicable
Duration: 3.5 years full-time
Commence: Semester 1 only
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C; and at least one of the sciences, preferably Chemistry
Fee type 2010: Commonwealth supported places, visiting non-award domestic places
Total units: 288 units (normally 24 courses) being 144 units (12 courses) completed at the University of the Sunshine Coast and 144 units advanced standing (equal to 12 courses) upon completion of the Diploma at the Southbank Institute of Technology (SBIT)
USC program code: SC3BA
CRICOS code: Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
Highlights
- Study a diploma and degree in under four years
- Combine vocational training with university education
- Expand qualifications and career opportunities
In this dual degree, you undertake initial study at TAFE Queensland (SBIT campus in Brisbane) and complete the degree at USC.
In this program you develop your laboratory career by obtaining fundamental technical laboratory skills and scientific knowledge. You learn a range of laboratory technologies from sampling and laboratory testing procedures, to diagnostic and environmental field-based monitoring. Majors include biological and environmental testing, and pathology. The bachelor component provides a theoretical and research focus in biomedical science. Refer to the Bachelor of Biomedical Science for more information.
Career opportunities
See separate entry for Bachelor of Biomedical Science.
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.
Teaching mode
There are different teaching modes between the SBIT diploma modules and the University's Bachelor of Biomedical Science courses. Diploma modules are face-to-face teaching with performance based assessment. The University's Bachelor of Biomedical Science courses involve three or four hours of contact per course per week, generally in the mode of a one-hour lecture and two-hour tutorial. Students complete a further six or seven hours of self-directed learning per course per week. The self-directed learning consists of readings, research, assignments and other assessment items.
Program structure
Diploma of Laboratory Technology
SBIT Modules required for the Diploma of Laboratory Technology are undertaken at the SBIT campus. For information on the specific modules for this program refer to the student information provided by SBIT.
Bachelor of Biomedical Science
12 required courses to be completed at USC:
Plus
5 x BIM and/or MBT coded courses
Plus
4 x advanced elective courses from any faculty
Course substitution: the GO (Global Opportunities) Program
As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the GO Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider.
Program requirements and notes
- International students need to refer to the English language requirements.
- Refer to related policies, rules, plans and procedures.
- Refer to explanation of terms.
- International students need to refer to the University's English language proficiency requirements.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
- Refer to the recommended enrolment patterns. For previous recommended enrolment patterns refer to the relevant archived Student Handbook.
- Maximum of 4 WPL course equivalents (48 units) can be undertaken.
Enquiries
How to apply
Southbank Institute of Technology (SBIT)
Tel: +61 7 3244 5000
Email: southbank.tafe@det.qld.gov.au
Refer to the www.southbank.edu.au
Faculty of Science, Health and Education
Tel: +61 7 5430 2869
Email: sheinfo@usc.edu.au