Bachelor of Medical Science
University of Canberra
CRICOS provider number: 00212K TEQSA provider ID: PRV12003
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
UC’s Bachelor of Medical Science provides you with the foundational understanding of the science that underpins medicine, human health, disease and general wellbeing. Unlock your career ambitions and gain the comprehensive knowledge and skills that enable you to understand the unique interactions between cellular, chemical and biological sciences.
Engaging with the revitalised curriculum that builds upon science as a core major, study key areas like chemistry and biology at the molecular, cellular, organ and whole organism level while engaging in research projects or work integrated learning.
With a strong emphasis on professional skills and an integrated group work approach, you will examine contemporary issues in health and disease in the latter half of the degree.
In addition to the core science major, you’ll also complete two specialist majors: the Pathological Basis of Disease and the Genetic Basis of Disease. This will allow you to develop the in-depth skills required to navigate the ever-changing and fast-paced medical science industry.
Areas of study
Biology, biochemistry and metabolism, chemistry, data analytics, genetic and pathological disease mechanisms, human physiology, infection and immunity.
Career opportunities
Biological scientist, biotechnologist, medical scientist, medical science officer, research officer, scientific evaluator, science policy officer.
Practical experience
Step out of the classroom and into the real-world. Our professional practice units are an integral component of this degree and allow you to conduct real life experiments. Work with the latest technologies and clinical practices in a range of laboratories in industry or government settings, or explore our own labs by undertaking research projects with support from UC researchers.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Current UC fee information.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Recommended studies: ACT: Chemistry (Major), Mathematical Methods/Specialist Mathematics (Major). NSW: Chemistry, Mathematics Advanced.
Other applicants
Refer to the UC general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
View all details of this course on the University of Canberra website.
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ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
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- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
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Honours
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Flexible delivery
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