- Study a diploma and degree in under four years
- Combine vocational training with university education
- Expand qualifications and career opportunities
Program summary
Program title: Advanced Diploma of Laboratory Operations / Bachelor of Biomedical Science
QTAC code: 155566 (FEE); 155568 (PGF)
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: Not applicable
Duration: 3.5 years full-time
Commence: Semester 1 only
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
Total units: 288 units (normally 24 courses) being 144 units (12 courses) completed at the University of the Sunshine Coast and 144 units transfer credit (equal to 12 courses) upon completion of the Advanced Diploma at the Southbank Institute of Technology (SBIT)
CRICOS code: Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
In this dual qualification, you first complete the Advanced Diploma of Laboratory Operations at TAFE Queensland (SBIT campus in Brisbane) and then 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 including sampling and laboratory testing procedures. The bachelor component provides a theoretical and research focus in biomedical science. Refer to the Bachelor of Biomedical Science for more information.
Career opportunities
Refer to the 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.
Please note this full-time program commences only in Semester 1 each year. New students are not required to complete any USC courses until they complete their TAFE diploma.
Enquiries
Southbank Institute of Technology (SBIT)
Tel: +61 7 3244 5000
Email: southbank.tafe@det.qld.gov.au
Refer to the www.southbank.edu.au
University of the Sunshine Coast
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering for program advice
Program structure
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete all courses as per study plan listed below.
- Present your completed Advanced Diploma of Laboratory Technology to enable 12 courses (144 units) of transfer credits to be applied to your academic record.
Program notes
- 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 with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
- When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan.
Advanced courses (9)
BIM263
BIM331
LFS201
LFS202
LFS252
LFS303
Plus select at least 3 of the following courses, at least 2 of which are 300 level
BIM302
BIM303
BIM332
BIM341
CHM202
LFS262
MBT301
MBT352
MBT353
MBT361
SCI212
SCI302
SPX201
SPX211
SPX301
Elective courses (3)
Select 3 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering), one of which must be 300 level Science.
Study Plan
This Advanced Diploma of Laboratory Operations / Bachelor of Biomedical Science Study Plan is valid for students commencing in the current Semester.
Year 1
- Four (4) required courses
- Two (2) required elective courses from specified list below:
One elective from the specified list should be studied in Semester 1; one elective should be studied in Semester 2.
At least 1 elective must be a 300 level Science course - Two (2) elective courses:
Elective courses should be studied in Semester 1
Required courses (4)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS201 | |||
| BIM263 | |||
| LFS202 | |||
| LFS252 |
Required elective courses (2)
Plus select 2 courses from the following list:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIM341 | |||
| MBT301 | |||
| MBT361 | |||
| SRP301 | |||
| BIM302 | |||
| BIM332 | |||
| CHM202 | |||
| LFS262 | |||
| MBT352 | |||
| MBT353 | |||
| SCI212 | |||
| SCI302 | |||
| SPX211 |
Elective courses (2)
Select 1 advanced elective course from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
PLUS select 1 advanced elective at 300 level Science from Science, Health, Education and Engineering.
Year 2
- Two (2) required courses
- One (1) required elective course from specified list below
- One (1) elective course:
Elective course should be studied in Semester 1 and must be a 300 level Science course
Required courses (2)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIM331 | |||
| LFS303 |
Required elective courses (1)
Plus select 1 course from the following list:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIM341 | |||
| MBT301 | |||
| MBT361 |
Elective courses (1)
Plus select 1 advanced elective course at 300 level from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).