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Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Bachelor

Biomedical science is a continually changing, dynamic field with long-term career prospects, including roles in management, research, education and specialised laboratory work. Biomedical scientists focus on how cells, organs and systems function in the human body.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor

Duration

3 years full-time, 6 years part-time

Course Code

K05, 059125M

Domestic Fees

$8,400 per year / $25,200 total

International Fees

$39,550 per year / $118,650 total

About this course

Biomedical science is a continually changing, dynamic field with long-term career prospects, including roles in management, research, education and specialised laboratory work.

Biomedical scientists focus on how cells, organs and systems function in the human body. Their work is an important element in our understanding and treatment of human diseases.

This course introduces a broad range of theory, including studies in anatomy, physiology, microbiology, immunology, genetics, biochemistry and biomedical ethics, while giving you extensive practical experience in cutting edge laboratories, located in our purpose-built $50m Science building.

As a Biomedical Science graduate, you can also continue on to specialise in one of these fields: medical science, medical microbiology, genetics, haematology, histopathology, anthropology, cytology, human biology, immunology, medicine, nutrition science, biochemistry, data science, clinical chemistry or evolutionary medicine.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.

Entry requirements

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.

One or more of the majors in this course has admission requirements. Refer to the major for more information.

All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- AQF Cert IV;
- Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Undergraduate Certificate;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- University Preparation Course;*
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment; or*
- Experience Based Entry Scheme.*
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment;*
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

Study locations

Joondalup

What you will learn

Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical biomedical situations.
Think critically to analyse, interpret and conceptualise complex biomedical problems.
Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate discipline specific responses.
Use digital technologies and literacies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources.
Communicate disciplinary knowledge and values in professional and public contexts.
Demonstrate a global outlook with respect for cultural diversity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competence.
Work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative to implement social, sustainable, and ethical values.
Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning and professional practice.

Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical biomedical situations.
Think critically to analyse, interpret and conceptualise complex biomedical problems.
Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate discipline specific responses.
Use digital technologies and literacies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources.
Communicate disciplinary knowledge and values in professional and public contexts.
Demonstrate a global outlook with respect for cultural diversity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competence.
Work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative to implement social, sustainable, and ethical values.
Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning and professional practice.

Career pathways

Biomedical science is a continually changing, dynamic profession with long-term career prospects, including management, research, education, the health industry, and specialised laboratory work.

Possible future job titles

Audiology, Biochemistry Technician, Haematology Technician, Histology Technician, Laboratory Manager, Laboratory Technician, Laboratory Scientist, Medical Researcher, Research Officer, Nutritionist

Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.

Master of Nutrition and Dietetics
Master of Bioinformatics
Master of Medical and Health Science by Research
Master of Public Health

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Engineering courses at Edith Cowan University (ECU).

76.5%

Overall satisfaction

88.2%

Skill scale

57.8%

Teaching scale

71.1%

Employed full-time

$60k

Average salary

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