Bachelor of Medical Science (Medical and Health-related Sciences)
University of Technology Sydney
CRICOS provider number: 00099F TEQSA provider ID: PRV12060
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Medical Scientists are the leaders of creating, innovating and Implementing solutions to health and medical problems affecting society's health globally. Medical Scientists at UTS can choose to major in Medical and Health-related Sciences or Pathology, allowing them to have speciality relevant to their career choices and interests. Students learn the body through the study of tissues, organs and cellular facets both in health and disease, how diseases trigger biochemical or cellular changes in the body, diagnosis, how medicines work, and clinical trials. A career in medical science is dynamic and involves an exciting range of professions from research and development, writing and implementing policy and practice in the medical and health sciences, communicating science, working in industry, or undertaking further study that leads to progression into a variety of clinical professions.
At UTS Science, choice is the name of the game. With more than 20 degrees to choose from, students can create a study plan that reflects their personal and professional goals. Read more about UTS Science Programs.
Bridging courses: Students can build skills and confidence in preparation for university study with an intensive bridging course(s) in biology, mathematics, physics or chemistry. Read more about UTS Bridging courses.
Scholarships: We’re committed to celebrating achievement and removing barriers to education. That’s why UTS and UTS Science offer a wealth of scholarships for high achievers, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, and students experiencing disadvantage. Read more about UTS scholarships and UTS Science scholarships.
Areas of study
Anatomy, cancer, cell biology, chronic diseases, diagnostics, drugs, genetics, haematology, human diseases, human genetics, immunology, infectious diseases, medical devices, medical laboratory scientist, medical researcher, medical scientist, medical technician, medicine, metabolic biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, pathology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, precision medicine, respiratory, translational medicine.
Career opportunities
Positions in medical research and development in industry and government settings, medical scientists in private and public hospitals, clinical trial and tissue bank settings, public health units, government departments, and biotechnology, health technology, and pharmaceutical companies. Graduates also work as consultants, scientific communicators, and scientific members of policy and regulatory organisations, such as state health departments and the Therapeutic Goods Administration.
Honours
Available as an additional year to meritorious students.
Fees and charges
Refer to UTS current fee information.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Advanced, any 2 units of English, any 2 units of science.
Other applicants
Statement of service: Applicants are advised to complete the employment question on their UAC application and provide statements of service to UAC, as an adjustment of up to five points to their selection rank may be awarded on the basis of relevant employment experience. Applicants must meet the UTS minimum matriculation requirements in order for their employment experience to be assessed, and their documented employment experience must be at least one full-time year or greater.
Optional aptitude assessment: UTS Science believes that some applicants may have an aptitude for scientific study that is not reflected in their HSC results. The aptitude assessment is an opportunity for students to demonstrate their potential, and possibly secure an offer to study at UTS Science. The assessment is designed to assess applicants’ analytical and critical thinking skills. Much like the STAT test, it is not a knowledge-based assessment and there is no need to study for it. Applicants who wish to commence study can register to participate in the UTS Science Aptitude test.
Taking this assessment does not mean applicants are guaranteed to receive an offer from UTS Science.
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Further information
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ATAR profile
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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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