Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre

Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences
906905
Health and Recreation
Discover the wonder of the human body with our Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences, one of only a few degrees in Australia that can be predominantly completed online, on-campus or in a combination of both modes to suit your needs. Our […]
Full time Part time
Course Fee
CSP
Start Date
University of Southern Queensland - External
Course outline

Discover the wonder of the human body with our Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences, one of only a few degrees in Australia that can be predominantly completed online, on-campus or in a combination of both modes to suit your needs. Our courses focus on human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, genetics, cell and molecular biology, nutrition and biochemistry, and you gain theoretical and practical knowledge in preparation for the workplace, the conduct of advanced research and health post-graduate opportunities. You study biomedical science laboratory techniques and investigate authentic medical problems, and produce scientific reports for biomedical experiments and mini research projects. The program provides the background knowledge for students to undertake the Graduate Medical Schools Admissions Test (GAMSAT). You are also eligible to apply for membership to professional organisations including the Australian Society for Medical Research, Australian Society for Microbiology and Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
For more information, visit Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences at UniSQ.

Note

A minimum of 15 days professional placement is required in the Work Integrated Learning elective course.

Other requirements

Students must satisfy the requirements of the University of Southern Queensland and facilities for placement. These include evidence of immunity to notifiable and contagious diseases, Queensland Health student checklist and placement, privacy and consent deeds.

Admissions Criteria

For additional information about the admissions criteria for the University of Southern Queensland and for this course, refer to UniSQ’s website.

Recommended study
Biology or Chemistry
Assumed knowledge

English (Units 3 and 4, C); General Mathematics (Units 3 and 4, C)

Minimum Selection thresholds (ATAR/Selection Rank) for semester/trimester/term 1, 2024
ATAR/Selection Rank profile for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR/Selection Rank for semester/trimester/term 1, 2024

For more information about the ATAR/Selection Rank profile, please visit ATAR/Selection Rank profile explained.

ATAR/Selection Rank excluding adjustment factors

93.50

ATAR/Selection Rank including adjustment factors

99.95

ATAR/Selection Rank excluding adjustment factors

79.05

ATAR/Selection Rank including adjustment factors

84.85

ATAR/Selection Rank excluding adjustment factors

72.25

ATAR/Selection Rank including adjustment factors

72.25

Excluding: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made, excluding adjustment factors.
Including: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made including any adjustment factors that may have been applied.

Student Profile by Applicant background for semester/trimester/term 1, 2024

For more information about the Student profile, please visit Student profile explained.

Notes

Contact the institution for information.

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences prepares students for a career in medical research institutes and universities, public and private research and development laboratories, and biotechnology, pharmaceutical and diagnostic companies. Graduates may also pursue further study in professional programs in the allied health sciences, medicine or higher degree research.

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