Prerequisite subjects
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English EAL (English as an additional language) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.
Overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0 (or equivalent).
Develop an in-depth understanding of human biology through the Bachelor of Biomedical Science and graduate with the skills and experience to play an important role in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases at molecular, cellular and systems levels. Expertise in biology and the science behind disease puts you in a position to make a real difference in people’s lives. Explore early diagnosis, disease progression and prognosis, and the role of pharmaceutical science in the treatment of disease and improved health.
You can customise your degree by choosing from a broad range of specialisations, allowing you to learn more about what you love and become an expert in your field of interest. Graduate ready for your future career through wide-ranging practical experiences. Get hands-on training in our world-class labs, test your findings in real-life biomedical settings and gain industry experience with 80 to 160 hours of work placement.
Want to make a real difference in people’s lives?
The flexibility of Deakin’s Bachelor of Biomedical Science provides you the freedom to pursue a rewarding career in either health, medicine or science. You’ll build your fundamental knowledge of human biology and health and focus on one of six specialisations:
environmental health
infection and immunity
medical biotechnology
medical genomics
molecular life sciences
pharmaceutical science.
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Level 1 - Trimester 1
Academic Integrity (0 credit points)
Laboratory and Fieldwork Safety Induction Program (0 credit points)
Career Tools for Employability (0 credit points)
Essential Skills in Bioscience
Cells and Genes
Chemistry in Our World ^
plus one elective/major unit (one credit point)
Level 1 - Trimester 2
Chemistry for the Professional Sciences
Biology: Form and Function
Physics for the Life Sciences
plus one elective/major unit (one credit point)
^Note: Students who have completed Year 12 Chemistry or equivalent may choose to replace SLE133 Chemistry in Our World with an elective unit.
Molecular science is integral to modern biomedical science. For this reason, knowledge of chemistry, biochemistry and other fundamental sciences is important for all students in the Bachelor of Biomedical Science course. Students who have a weak or no knowledge of VCE Chemistry Units 3 and 4, must study SLE133. Students, who have a strong knowledge of VCE Chemistry Units 3 and 4, may choose an elective instead of SLE133, and proceed directly to SLE155. Alternatively, students who have a strong knowledge of VCE Chemistry Units 3 and 4, may choose to study SLE133 in order to strengthen and consolidate their chemistry skills and understanding.
Level 2 - Trimester 1
Biochemistry
Research Methods and Data Analysis #
Microbiology
plus one elective/major unit (one credit point)
Level 2 - Trimester 2
Genetics and Genomics
Systems Physiology
Cell Biology +
plus one elective/major unit (one credit point)
+ SLE206 is offered in Trimester 2 at Burwood (Melbourne) and Trimester 3 at Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Level 3 - Trimester 1
Advanced Topics in Biomedical Science
plus three elective/major units (three credit points)
Level 3 - Trimester 2
Medical Microbiology and Immunology
Molecular Basis of Disease
Professional Practice in Bioscience #
plus one elective/major unit (one credit point)
# Must have successfully completed STP010 Career Tools for Employability (0 credit point unit)
Graduates can confidently enter a range of health-related areas including:
medical research
genetic engineering
the pharmaceutical industry
pharmaceutical/medical sales
laboratory technology.
You can also advance to honours or postgraduate studies, either in more specialised areas of biomedical science (which will enhance your professional development as a scientist), or in other disciplines including medicine (which will complement your scientific training and broaden your career opportunities).
OSHC: 530 ($) AUD per year
