Bachelor of Biomedical Science/Bachelor of Applied Public Health
Australian Catholic University
About
The Bachelor of Biomedical Science/Bachelor of Applied Public Health is a double degree for people interested in the biomedical, community and population aspects of health.
Students will be introduced to the sub-disciplines of Biomedical Science including anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, immunology and microbiology.
Studies in public health address the science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting health by improving social and political systems.
Public health includes environmental, economic, technical, educational and legislative measures.
Specifically, the course aims to:
Prepare graduates to apply best evidence, sound judgment and strategy to biomedical and public health issues and challenges from local and global environments and contexts Develop skills in project management, communication, population level monitoring, personal leadership and performance accountability necessary to be effective in public health Inspire students through high-quality industry, community and service placements including international opportunities Foster in students the importance of professional excellence and accountability Prepare graduates for a successful entry into the public health and biomedical science workforces Foster a lifelong commitment to effective health promotion globally.
Combine compassion for humanity and a commitment to social justice with a sound theoretical understanding of processes affecting disadvantaged communities and individuals both locally and internationally.
Structure
| Year – Study Period | Unit 1 | Unit 2 | Unit 3 | Unit 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 - Semester 1 | BIOL123 Cells and Tissues - the Fabric of Life | BIOL128 The Human body | BMSC102 Numerical Reasoning | PUBH100 Foundations of Public Health |
| Year 1 - Semester 2 | UNCC100 Self and community: exploring the anatomy of modern society | BMSC103 Research Design and Ethics | BIOL124 Human Body in Health and Disease 1 | PUBH103 Epidiemology |
| Year 2 - Semester 1 | BIOL204 Human Body in Health and Disease 2 (Pre: BIOL123) | CHEM105 Foundations of Chemistry | HLSC120 Indigenous Health and Culture | PUBH102 Foundations of Health Promotion |
| Year 2 - Semester 2 | BMSC100 Introductory Biotstatistics | CHEM106 Physical and Organic Chemistry | PUBH204 Public health economics (Pre: PUBH100) OR PUBH102) | PUBH205 Public Health emergency response (Pre: PUBH103 and either PUBH100 or PUBH102) |
| Year 3 - Semester 1 | UNCC300 Justice and change in a global world (Pre: UNCC100) | PHIL201 Bioethics or HLSC220 Healthcare Ethics | PUBH306 Public health policy and law (Pre: PUBH103 and either PUBH100 or PUBH102) | PUBH200 Globalisation, environment and health (Pre: PUBH100 or PUBH102) |
| Year 3 - Semester 2 | BIOL205 Pharmacology 1 (Pre: BIOL124) | BMSC201 Communicating Ideas in Science | HLSC301 Community Engagement | BMSC207 Microbiology and Immunology (Pre: BIOL123 or BIOL125 or BIOL127) |
| Year 4 - Semester 1 | Biomedical Science Elective | PUBH302 Applied public health 1 or BMSC301 Professional Work Experience / Industry Immersion 1 (Pre: PUBH103 and either PUBH100 or PUBH102) | PUBH304 Public health advocacy (Pre: PUBH103 and either PUBH100 or PUBH102) | Public health elective |
| Year 4 - Semester 2 | PUBH312 Applied Health Promotion (Pre: PUBH102) | PUBH305 Applied public health 2 (Pre: PUBH302) | PUBH303 Applied Public Health Communication (Pre: PUBH103 and either PUBH100 or PUBH102) | PUBH311 Contemporary Issues in Public Health (Pre: PUBH100, PUBH200) |
Entry requirements
An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
International students need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
Victoria
- Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English, and a study score of at least 25 in Mathematics (any).
Institution
