Bachelor of Medical Science
Australian National University
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About
Follow in the footsteps of Nobel Prize winner Howard Florey and kick-start your career in medical research with B Medical Science. You'll delve into genetics, immunology, nutrition, physiology, microbiology, biochemistry and anatomy to understand how the human body works. Learn directly from biomedical scientists and health professionals, who are working to develop new cancer vaccines or ground-breaking treatments for autoimmune diseases.
Students must maintain a credit average (65%) for prescribed subjects to remain in this course.
Areas of study
Anatomy, biochemistry, ethics, genetics, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, neuroscience, nutrition, physiology, psychology.
Career opportunities
Research-related positions in universities, hospitals, medical institutes and private industry, administration in health-related areas of government and private industry. Further studies can also lead to a career in medicine, allied health, medical research.
Practical experience
Final-year students complete Medical Science in the Workplace, a course designed to provide an opportunity for students to learn about applications of medical sciences in the workplace.
Honours
Available as an additional year, subject to progress requirements.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government pays part of the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Information about ANU student contributions.
Essential requirements for admission
Co-Curricular or Service Experience (Year 12 or IB applicants only): The Co-Curricular or Service Experience requirement has been removed from the application process for 2025 admissions. This change will make ANU more accessible to Year 12 students looking to join ANU. You don’t need to submit any additional documents regarding this change.
Prerequisites
ACT: Chemistry (major). NSW: Chemistry.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Minimum selection rank: 85.00. Due to the competitive nature of our admissions process, we cannot guarantee entry to applicants who meet the minimum selection rank for their preferred program.
Also refer to the ANU general admission criteria.
Other applicants
Refer to the ANU general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
View all details of this course on the ANU website.
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Course updates
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Combined options
Combined options are available in a number of ANU courses.