Bachelor of Biomedical Science
Gain a comprehensive understanding of how the human body works and what happens when diseases, infections and clinical disorders occur.
In this program you will:
- Develop knowledge and skills for working in applied biomedical industries and medical research
- Study foundations in medical science, cell biology/introduction to bioscience, chemistry, human physiology and anatomy, science research methods, and communication. Later develop in physiology, pathophysiology, biochemistry, microbiology, medical genetics, immunology and pharmacology
- Have the opportunity to link with industry and develop a specific interest in biomedical science by undertaking clinical work placements and special research projects. Placements may be in areas such as hospitals, clinical trial centres, pharmaceutical companies and medical research institutes
Location
CRICOS code
Entry threshold
ATAR/RankDuration
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.Indicative fees
Indicative 2025 fees (A$)
CSP Annual feeQTAC code
Start
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
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- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Delivery mode
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- Blended Learning
- Total courses
- 24
- Total units
- 288
- Duration
- 3 years 3 years
- CRICOS code
- 066285C
- UniSC program code
- SC355
Introductory courses (6) 72 units
HLT140 Think Health
LFS112 Human Physiology
LFS122 Human Anatomy
MLS101 Foundations in Medical Science
SCI105 Introductory Chemistry
SCI110 Science Research Methods
Required course from a specified list
Select a total of 12 units from:
LFS100 Cell Biology
LFS103 Introductory Bioscience
Developing courses (6) 72 units
BIM202 Medical Genetics
BIM263 Introduction to Pharmacology
LFS203 Integrated Physiology
LFS251 Biochemistry
LFS252 Molecular Biology
LFS261 Microbiology
Graduate courses (2) 24 units
BIM331 Immunology
LFS303 Pathophysiology
Required course from a specified list
Select a total of 12 units from:
LFS304 Clinical placement I
SRP301 Special Research Project
BIM371 Clinical Embryology
BIM300 Advanced Professional Skills in Biomedical Science
Minor courses (4) 48 units
Select 1 Minor from: +
- Biotechnology (available at Moreton Bay & Sunshine Coast)
- Clinical Trial Management (available at Moreton Bay only)
- Haematology + (available at Sunshine Coast only)
- Medical Biochemistry (available at Sunshine Coast only)
- Medical Microbiology (available at Sunshine Coast only)
- Medical Science (available at Sunshine Coast only)
+ Students articulating from SC211 Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Science to SC355 Bachelor of Biomedical Science MUST SELECT the Haematology minor.
Elective courses (4) 48 units
Select a total of 48 units from the undergraduate elective course options.
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all UniSC courses are available on every UniSC campus.
Entry requirements
For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.
Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.
Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.
If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.
English language requirements
You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).
Minimum entry threshold
Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.
| Location | ATAR/Rank |
|---|---|
| Sunshine Coast | 60.00 |
| Moreton Bay | 60.00 |
- Recommended prior study
- English; General Maths, Maths Methods or Specialist Maths; at least one science subject (preferably Chemistry or Biology)
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 288 units as outlined in the Program Structure
- Complete no more than 10 introductory level (100 coded) courses
- If you have an interest in cellular processes that underpin medical and biomedical sciences, please enrol in LFS100 Cell Biology. If you are interested in a broad overview of sciences that are relevant to healthcare, please enrol in LFS103 Introductory Bioscience.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
- The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
- It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
- As part of your UniSC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa
- Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.
WIL notes
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This program includes placements in settings that may require COVID-19 vaccination with limited placement in settings that do not require full vaccination.
It is a Queensland Government requirement that students undertaking a placement within a clinical setting are fit tested annually for an approved respirator. Clinical settings include hospitals, residential aged care facilities, residential disability care facilities, prison health services, youth detention health services, community health care settings, and vaccination clinics). If the Fit Testing requirement applies to placement activity within your Program it will appear in your mandatory checks on Sonia Online. In accordance with Australian Standards, you must be clean shaven for your fit test. Facial hair that lies along the sealing surface of a tight-fitting respirator prevents an effective seal. Therefore, it is a requirement that there is no hair growth between the skin and the facepiece sealing surface in order to achieve a fit. At this stage, there is no exemption in Queensland to this requirement for religious or other reasons and USC is unable to waive this requirement.
- For more information on mandatory requirements refer to Biomedical Science - Clinical Placement.
- CSP estimate
- A$9,866 - 2024 Fees
- Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$29,000