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Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Assured Pathway)

  • Bachelor

If you are passionate about the field of biomedicine then this program is for you. Our Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Assured) program into Doctor of Medicine (Sydney) offers a pathway for aspiring doctors into Notre Dame's Doctor of Medicine postgraduate degree.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time
Study Mode
In person

About this course

School of Health Sciences

If you are passionate about the field of biomedicine then this program is for you. Our Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Assured) program into Doctor of Medicine (Sydney) offers a pathway for aspiring doctors into Notre Dame's Doctor of Medicine postgraduate degree. In addition, this is a gateway to a rewarding career in a range of health-related fields. Over the course of your studies, you will gain a strong understanding of advanced scientific and health concepts that will prepare you for a career as a biomedical scientist, a medical researcher, a science educator, or lay the foundation for you to pursue a professional health degree in multiple allied health disciplines in future.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements for this program are outlined below. In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy the Minimum University Admission Requirements outlined. These include those relating to minimum age and English Language Proficiency.

Applicants with recent Secondary Education

This program is targeted to school leavers or recent school leavers who have completed secondary studies within one year of application.

  • Prescribed ATAR*

OR

  • Equivalent International Baccalaureate (IB) Score

AND

  • Successful completion of the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) which will be ranked by UNDA to determine interview
  • Successful Interview

*No Adjustment Factors are available for this Program.

Applicants with Higher Education

  • Completion of Higher Education subjects are not accepted for entry
  • Tertiary Preparation Programs (TPP) are not accepted for entry

No Advanced Standing is available for this program as it is targeted to school leavers or recent school leavers who have completed secondary studies within one year of application.

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

  • VET qualifications are not accepted for entry

Applicants with Work and Life Experience

  • Work and Life Experience is not accepted for entry
  • STAT is not accepted for entry

How to apply

Applications for Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences as an assured pathway into Medicine will be via UAC, where you can preference The University of Notre Dame Australia.

Study locations

Sydney

What you will learn

Biomedical science plays a vital role in advancing medical knowledge, understanding diseases, and developing new treatments. By studying biomedical science, you can actively contribute to healthcare and make a positive impact on people's lives.

Biomedical science is a constantly evolving field with new discoveries and advancements being made regularly. Pursuing a biomedical science degree allows you to stay at the forefront of scientific progress and engage in lifelong learning.

For students aiming to continue postgraduate study in allied health or medicine, this program will provide you with the necessary foundation of skills and knowledge.

Career pathways

The following careers are open to graduates of this program:

  • Biomedical Scientist
  • Research Assistant
  • Research Fellow
  • Biomedical Sales
  • Clinical Scientist
  • Medical Doctor pathway

Course structure

Biomedical Science is a 3-year undergraduate degree that explores a wide range of scientific disciplines that focus on the human body in the context of health and disease. The program begins with anatomy and physiology, molecular and cell biology, microbiology and biochemistry. In the final year we focus on immunology, genetics, neuroscience and infectious diseases.

The degree covers all the modern scientific principles and exposes the student to contemporary scientific techniques that have been used by biomedical scientists to develop innovative diagnostic techniques or novel treatments for disease. Importantly the training helps you to develop critical thinking skills for scientific analysis.

Core Curriculum

  • CORE I: Foundations of Wisdom
  • CORE II: Elective
    • Electives in philosophy and\or theology
    • Professional embedded electives that integrate studies in a profession with philosophy and\or theology
    • An option to undertake a pilgrimage embedded in the study of the philosophy and theology of pilgrimage, e.g., World Youth Day
    • An option to undertake a course that integrates philosophy & theology with community service and charity work
    • An option to undertake an elective in philosophy, theology, and the liberal arts contained within an international experience

More information regarding courses can be found at the course descriptions page.

Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.