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Overview
- Study cell biology, anatomy, pathology, chemistry and physics, before advancing to medical biotechnology, clinical biochemistry and microbiology and parasitology.
- Develop industry-relevant practical skills in laboratory classes embedded in the first, second and third years of your degree.
- Prepares you for a career in biomedical research, medical biotechnology, medical microbiology and clinical biochemistry.
- Graduates are eligible for membership in the Australian Association of Clinical Biochemists, AusBiotech Ltd, and/or the Australian Society for Microbiology.
- Prepare yourself for entry into postgraduate medicine studies by studying a solid foundation of the areas tested in GAMSAT.
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| QTAC course code | 418401 |
| QUT course code | SC40 |
| Attendance | Part time or Full time |
| Course duration | 3 years full time
6 years part time |
| Start month | February |
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On campus
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| CRICOS code | 052768K |
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Details
The Bachelor of Biomedical Science is a highly relevant and appropriate qualification for entry into postgraduate research and medical studies. You will study a winning blend of essential science, humanities and health-related topics to give you the best grounding possible for a career in the medical profession.
Why choose this course?
QUT's real-world focus and practical approach to teaching in all degree qualifications has resulted in science graduates consistently gaining entry to postgraduate research and medical studies from our courses. This course allows you to keep your options open by offering a range of alternative career paths.
Career outcomes
The Bachelor of Biomedical Science is designed for students seeking a science-based qualification that will lead to employment opportunities in medical biotechnology, medical microbiology and clinical biochemistry fields. Many opportunities are also available for postgraduate study in health and science, including honours and postgraduate qualifications leading to careers in medical research and medicine.
Professional recognition
Depending on the units selected in the final year of the course, graduates will be eligible for membership into one or more of the following organisations: Australian Association of Clinical Biochemists (AACB), AusBiotech Ltd, and/or Australian Society for Microbiology (ASM).
Units
Your Course
Year 1
You will undertake units covering chemistry, physics, anatomy, pathology and cell biology, providing a solid knowledge base for the topics covered later in the course. With QUT's practical approach to teaching, you will not only learn the theory, but gain a wealth of practical experience in state-of-the-art laboratories. You will also gain an introduction to the essential communication skills required for a career in the health and medical professions.
Year 2
More advanced studies in cell biology combine with units in physiology, biochemistry, microbiology and human rights and ethics. If you wish to proceed to postgraduate medicine studies, you will have the opportunity to attend information sessions on the GAMSAT exam.
Year 3
You will have some flexibility in subject choices to allow you to tailor the qualification to suit your desired career outcomes. You may choose to take units in medical biotechnology, clinical biochemistry, or microbiology (including parasitology) and there are also opportunities to complement your scientific studies with topics such as anatomical imaging, psychology, exercise physiology, indigenous issues or ethical issues related to gene technology.
Course Design
The Bachelor of Biomedical Science comprises first-year studies in chemistry, physics, anatomy, pathology and cell biology, providing a solid knowledge base for the topics covered later in the course. Units in the second and third years combine advanced studies with theoretical, practical, and problem-solving skills. Several units in the area of humanities and applied health are an integral part of the course.
The Bachelor of Biomedical Science provides the necessary knowledge and skills to enter a career in biomedical research, with integration of research design and implementation, scientific writing and communication and practical laboratory skills embedded through each year of the course.
Furthermore students will be well prepared to sit GAMSAT which is designed to evaluate mastery and use of concepts in basic science as well as the acquisition of more general skills in problem solving, critical thinking and writing. The Bachelor of Biomedical Science provides a solid grounding in GAMSAT testing areas: reasoning in humanities and social sciences, written communication, reasoning in biological and physical sciences (including chemistry, biology and physics).
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Entry requirements
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course we assume you have sound knowledge in these areas:
- Maths B
- English
- Chemistry
We assume that you have knowledge equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA). Recommended Study: Biological Science.
Deferment
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
Did you get an OP 1-5?
If you receive an OP 1-5 or equivalent, you're guaranteed a place in this course.
Course fees
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. All fees are based on current fixed fee prices. We review fees annually.
2012: CSP $2,331 (indicative) per Semester (subject to annual review)
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Scholarships and financial support
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
You may also be eligible for Centrelink payments
Apply
How to apply for Bachelor of Biomedical Science
You apply through QTAC for all our undergraduate courses.
Are you ready to submit your application?
You're ready if you've:
- Found all the courses you want to apply for - you can apply for up to 6
- Checked important dates
- Semester 1
20121 August 2011 -Applications for Semester 1, 2012 open
30 September 2011 -Due date for on-time QTAC applications for 2012. Further information is available from QTAC.
20 December 2011 -Due date to submit QTAC applications and documentation for the January offer round. Further information is available from QTAC.
5 January 2012 - Final date to change preferences for the QTAC January offer round. Further information is available from QTAC. - Semester 2
20121 August 2011 - Applications for Semester 2, 2012 open.23 April 2012 - Final date to submit QTAC midyear applications and documentation for the May offer round. Further information is available from QTAC.25 May 2012 -Final date to submit QTAC midyear applications, change of preference and documentation for the June offer round. Further information is available from QTAC.
- Checked you meet the entry requirements
- Checked your course costs and if you're eligible for financial support
All done? Then you're ready to apply
Important: Make a note of the QTAC code for this course (418401) because you'll need to enter it as part of your QTAC application.
After you've submitted your application to QTAC
If you've studied before or if you have at least two years' work experience, you may want to apply for credit for prior learning.
