- 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 Study Plan.
Program structure
Core courses (2)
Select 2 courses from:
COR109
COR110
COR111
Introductory courses (5)
LFS100 Cell Biology
LFS112 Human Physiology
LFS122 Human Anatomy
SCI105 Introductory Chemistry
SCI110 Science Research Methods
Advanced courses (11)
Required courses: (8)
BIM263 Introduction to Pharmacology
BIM331 Immunology
LFS201
LFS202
LFS251 Biochemistry
LFS252 Molecular Biology
LFS261 Microbiology
LFS303 Pathophysiology
Plus select 3 courses from the following list, of which 2 must be 300 level:
BIM302
BIM303 Clinical Trials Management
BIM332
BIM341 Biochemical Pharmacology
CHM202 Organic Chemistry
LFS262 Medical Microbiology
MBT301 Pharmaceutical and Food Microbiology
MBT352 Molecular Biotechnology
MBT353 Microbial Pathogenesis
MBT361 Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology
SCI212 Genetics
SCI302 Analytical Sciences
SPX201 Functional Anatomy
SPX211 Exercise Physiology I
SPX301 Exercise in Cardiorespiratory and Metabolic Health
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 Science Research Methods 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 | ||||
| COR110 | ||||
| COR111 |
Required courses: (5)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS100 Cell Biology |
| 12 | Anti: SCI103 or LFS101 or LFS103 |
| SCI105 Introductory Chemistry |
| 12 | Anti: SCI505 |
| SCI110 Science Research Methods |
| 12 | Anti: SCI201 or CPH261 |
| LFS112 Human Physiology |
| 12 | Anti: LFS201 or LFS202 or LFS203 |
| LFS122 Human Anatomy |
| 12 |
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 | ||||
| LFS251 Biochemistry |
| 12 | Pre: SCI105 and (LFS100 or LFS103) Anti: MBT251 | |
| LFS261 Microbiology |
| 12 | Pre: SCI103 or LFS100 or LFS103 Anti: MEP263 or MBT263 | |
| BIM263 Introduction to Pharmacology |
| 12 | Pre: LFS201 or LFS203 or (LFS112 and LFS122) or (HLT100 and enrolled in SC395 or SC306) Anti: BIM261 | |
| LFS202 | ||||
| LFS252 Molecular Biology |
| 12 | Pre: LFS100 or (LFS103 and enrolled in Program SE303, AE304, SC355, SC357 or SC354) |
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 Immunology |
| 12 | Pre: LFS202 or LFS203 or (LFS112 and enrolled in Program SC301, SB301, SA301, SA308, SE303 or UB001) OR Co: LFS203 and enrolled in Program SC357 or SC355 (Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Science pathway only) |
| LFS303 Pathophysiology |
| 12 | Pre: (LFS201 and LFS202) or LFS203 or Co: LFS201 or LFS203 and enrolled in Program SC357 Anti: LFS302 or NUR221 or PAR221 or HLT221 |
Plus select 3 courses from the following list, of which 2 must be 300 level:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIM302 | ||||
| BIM303 Clinical Trials Management |
| 12 | Pre: BIM263 or BIM341 | |
| BIM332 | ||||
| BIM341 Biochemical Pharmacology |
| 12 | Pre: MBT251 or LFS251 Anti: MBT351 | |
| CHM202 Organic Chemistry |
| 12 | Pre: SCI105 or SCI505 Anti: CHM502 | |
| LFS262 Medical Microbiology |
| 12 | Pre: MBT263 or LFS261 or MEP263 Anti: MEP252 or MEP253 or MBT253 | |
| MBT301 Pharmaceutical and Food Microbiology |
| 12 | Pre: MBT263 or LFS261 | |
| MBT352 Molecular Biotechnology |
| 12 | Pre: (LFS252 or BIM202) or enrolled in Biotechnology Minor | |
| MBT353 Microbial Pathogenesis |
| 12 | Pre: Course Coordinator Consent Required and MBT263 or LFS261 or (MLS200 and enrolled in UB001) Anti: MEP351 | |
| MBT361 Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology |
| 12 | Pre: MBT263 or LFS261 Anti: MBT363 or MBT364 | |
| SCI212 Genetics |
| 12 | Pre: Course Coordinator Consent Required and LFS100 or (LFS103 and enrolled in Program SE303, AE304, SC355, SC357 or SC354) or SCI102 or first year subject from Bachelor of Environmental Science or Bachelor of Animal Ecology | |
| SCI302 Analytical Sciences |
| 12 | Pre: CHM202 or CHM210 or LFS251 | |
| SPX201 Functional Anatomy |
| 12 | Pre: LFS122 | |
| SPX211 Exercise Physiology I |
| 12 | Pre: LFS112 or SPX103 | |
| SPX301 Exercise in Cardiorespiratory and Metabolic Health |
| 12 | Pre: SPX331 Co: SPX300 |
Elective courses: (3)
Select 3 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).