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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences

Course code: #BBSC

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2022)

    $34,800 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    3 years

  • PSW

    4 years

  • Min GPA

    60 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    098990B

Highlights
Industry Placement

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Options
Work placement

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 20-February-2023 2023-02-20
Winter-July 10-July-2023 2023-07-10
Spring-November 13-November-2023 2023-11-13
Fall-February 19-February-2024 2024-02-19

Overview

Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences

Discover the wonder of the human body and unlock countless career paths, which can be studied using a combination of online, external and on-campus study modes to suit your lifestyle and career goals.

This degree at the University of Southern Queensland studies human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, immunology, pharmacology, genetics, cell and molecular biology, nutrition and biochemistry through engaging courses with practical applications using workplace and university laboratory research opportunities.

Become proficient in biomedical science laboratory techniques and find solutions to authentic medical problems with over 200 hours of laboratory-based experiences and opportunities to undertake external work placements.

This degree is a perfect stepping stone for students wanting to undertake the Graduate Medical School Admissions Test (GAMSAT); 

it also provides the knowledge and skills to enter professional courses such as medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physiotherapy and veterinary science, or for further study in research higher degrees such as Honours, PhD and Masters programs.

 

Professional memberships:

You will be eligible to apply for membership in professional organisations, including the Australian Society for Microbiology, the Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and the Australian Society for Medical Research.

 

Recognition of prior learning or work experience:

Suppose you have previously studied in your home country. 

In that case, you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning to reduce the number of courses you must study to finish your program.

 

Pathways:

If you don’t meet the entry requirements, don’t worry; pathway options are available.

  • Associate Degree in Biomedical Sciences
  • Diploma of University Studies
  • English language programs

 

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$39,140

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $6,672
Accommodation 1 bed room $4,340
Tuition 1 person $34,800

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Passport (Mandatory)
  • Secondary School / High School certificates (mandatory)
  • Further Study / Post Secondary certificate (optional)
  • English proficiency (optional)
  • Resume (optional)
  • Letter of reference (optional)
  • Scholarship application (optional)
  • Other supporting documents

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6
5.5
listening
5.5
writing
5.5
speaking
5.5
reading

TOEFL

80
19
listening
19
writing
19
speaking
19
reading

PTE

50
50
listening
50
writing
50
speaking
50
reading

Cambridge

169
162
listening
162
writing
162
speaking
162
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

EAP includes two levels, and each level takes 10 weeks to complete. 

To start your studies in EAP, you will need an IELTS result of at least 5.0 in the four macro skills or an equivalent recognised international English test.

Students from non-English backgrounds residing in Australia should meet the following entry requirements:

  • Completing senior secondary schooling in the home country or equivalent, Year 12 in an Australian High School, completed 'A' levels or mature age entry.
  • EAP I: IELTS 5.0 or equivalent
  • EAP II: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent (undergraduate, postgraduate coursework, postgraduate research and doctorate)

Academic background and requirement

Pre-requisites

To study this degree, we assume you have sound knowledge in:

  • English (Units 3 & 4, C), and
  • General Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)

Assume your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at the high school level (typically studied in Year 12).

It is also recommended that you study biology, Chemistry, or equivalent.

 

GPA:

Iran:

QualificationGrade

Successful completion of the Iranian Higher Diploma

Or

Successful completion of a recognised one-year pre-university program

Or

Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary institution in addition to completion of High School studies

n/a

 

China:

QualificationGrade
Senior High School Certificate70% or equivalent

 

India:

QualificationGrade
High School Certificate (HSC)With an average of 60% in 4 academic subjects from CBSE, CISCE, Maharashtra and other boards

 

Canada:

QualificationGrade
Provincial High School Diploma or Ontario Secondary School DiplomaAbove average pass = 60% Successful completion of 6 OACs with 60% average

 

Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement:

All applicants applying to study on-campus on a Student visa must show they are coming to Australia temporarily to gain a quality education. You must provide a personal statement in English addressing the GTE requirement as part of your application. 

Career opportunities

  • Analytical Chemist
  • Biotechnologist
  • Biomedical Lab Technician
  • Biomedical Researcher
  • Biomedical Scientist
  • Clinical scientist
  • Dental Researcher
  • Environmental Engineer

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