Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Federation University Australia

About

Biomedicine is an exciting area that plays a major role in helping people lead healthier lives.

It's an industry that is constantly evolving.

You'll learn about anatomy, pathophysiology, genetic sciences and can go on to work in areas like genome biology, genetic mapping, stem cell research and biological pharmaceuticals.

Studies range from lifespan nutrition, to food microbiology, metabolism to applied biochemistry.When you graduate, you’ll be prepared for a career in biomedical research or one of many positions in a range of health-related industries such as laboratory technology, medical sales, research and pharmaceuticals.This degree has been used as a pathway to postgraduate studies in medicine, physiotherapy, dentistry, pharmacy and other allied health programs, as well as veterinary scienceThis degree includes compulsory online courses.

Structure

Sample structures are just one example of the many options available within your chosen course. Please contact Federation University for further information on available options.

Please note this is a sample structure only and is not to be used for enrolment purposes. To enrol, please refer to the information provided to you by Federation University for your individual program structure or view our enrolment information page.

To view current subject information and cost, click on the individual subject name below, or click here to view current subject information and cost for ALL subjects.

Year 1

Semester 1

PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY SCBIO1010, 15 credit points

CHEMISTRY 1 SCCHM1001, 15 credit points

SCIENTIFIC PRACTICE SCCOR1300, 15 credit points

Semester 2

SYSTEMS BIOLOGY SCBIO1020, 15 credit points

CHEMISTRY 2 SCCHM1002, 15 credit points

SCIENTIFIC COMMUNICATION SCCOR1200, 15 credit points

STATISTICAL METHODS STATS1000, 15 credit points

Year 2

Semester 1

BIOCHEMISTRY SCBCH2001, 15 credit points

ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES SCCHM2001, 15 credit points

PATHOPHYSIOLOGY 1 SCMED2010, 15 credit points

GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY SCMIC2001, 15 credit points

Semester 2

NUTRITION AND METABOLISM SCBCH2002, 15 credit points

PATHOPHYSIOLOGY 2 SCMED2011, 15 credit points

BIOTECHNOLOGY LABORATORY TECHNIQUES SCMOL2001, 15 credit points

MAMMALIAN GENETICS SCMOL2010, 15 credit points

Year 3

Semester 1

IMMUNOLOGY SCMOL3020, 15 credit points

Semester 2

LABORATORY MANAGEMENT AND QUALITY ASSURANCE SCCOR3000, 15 credit points

Entry requirements

Entry requirements (year 12)

Admissions Criteria for current Year 12 students (2020) and recent secondary graduates (2019 and 2018)

Prerequisites

  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics or at least 20 in any Science;
  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any English

This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.

Guaranteed ATAR

This program has a guaranteed ATAR.

If you meet the program pre-requisites and any ‘Essential Requirements for Admission’, we will guarantee you a place in this program with this ATAR. We use the adjusted ATAR, factoring in subject adjustments and SEAS as detailed below.

Subject Adjustments

A study score of 35 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics equals 3 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 points.

SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme)

Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Schemes (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application.study score of 35 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics equals 3 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 points.

Entry requirements (non year 12)

Admission criteria for applicants with a Higher Education Study

Compulsory: Previous higher education studies with results at a pass level, including any 'single subjects of study', or successful completion of a tertiary preparatory program such as the Federation Foundation Access Studies Program (FAST).

Admission criteria for applications with a Vocational Education and Training study

Compulsory: Successful completion of a relevant VET qualification at Certificate III level or higher.

Admission criteria for applications with work and life experience

Compulsory: Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies should include a personal statement detailing all relevant experience to strengthen their application.

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