UNDERGRADUATE

Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science)

Biomedical scientists are vitally important. They advance world-changing discoveries to improve the health and quality of people’s lives.

Degree Details

Our Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) gives you the knowledge and skills to access an emerging global sector. You will:

  • learn the skills to drive the future of healthcare, from vaccine discovery to disease prevention
  • gain real-world practical insights from industry lecturers and placements
  • study how the body works and what happens when it fails
  • explore how to stop deadly outbreaks of disease and create life-saving vaccinations
  • build a vast knowledge base from simple molecules to whole organisms
  • learn directly from active world-class biomedical researchers and educators.

Areas of specialisation include:

  • Biochemistry
  • Genetics
  • Microbiology and Immunology

Career Readiness

As a graduate, you’ll have the knowledge and experience for a career in biomedical research, in hospital laboratories, research institutes, universities or private companies.

It is common for graduates to continue their research training by enrolling in a Master of Philosophy or Honours program. Many graduates have successfully used this program as a pathway towards further study in graduate entry medicine or allied health programs.

Graduates of this program are likely to be found as scientists in:

  • clinical or research laboratories
  • biomedical, biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.

The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.

Graduate Attributes

The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.

  1. Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
  2. Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
  3. Teamwork and communication skills
  4. Professionalism and leadership readiness
  5. Intercultural and ethical competency
  6. Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
  7. Digital capabilities
  8. Self-awareness and emotional intelligence

Industry Placement

Depending on their major, students may conduct some or all of their practical work through placement in a professional research laboratory in third year.

Potential careers

Biomedical Scientist, Biotechnology, Diagnostic Technician, Public Health Scientist, Toxicologist, Microbiologist, Physiologist, Immunologist, Biochemist, Bioinformatics, Environmental Biologist, Environmental Chemist, Environmental Scientist, Laboratory Manager, Molecular Biology, Neuroscientist, Plant Biotechnologist, Research Scientist, Science Communicators, Pharmacologist, Life Scientist, Medical Scientist, ...

Australian Year 12SACE Stage 2: Chemistry plus one of Physics, Specialist Mathematics, Mathematical Methods , Biology, Geology, Scientific Studies, Agriculture and Horticulture, Agricultural and Horticultural Science, Nutrition. IB: Chemistry (SL grade 4/HL grade 3) and one other Science subject (SL grade 4/HL grade 3) or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations (HL) or Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (SL) . MathTrackX is an online bridging program available as a recognised alternative to Mathematical Methods.
International QualificationsChemistry and one other subject chosen from Mathematics, Physics, Biology or Geology.
Assumed KnowledgeMathematics and Physics an advantage
English Language Requirement
Australian Year 12Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject
English Tests accepted by the University of Adelaide
IELTSOverall 6.5Reading 6Listening 6Speaking 6Writing 6
TOEFLOverall 79Reading 13Listening 13Speaking 18Writing 21
PearsonOverall 58Reading 50Listening 50Speaking 50Writing 50
C1 AdvancedOverall 176Reading 169Listening 169Speaking 169Writing 169

Degree Structure

Students will start from a broad base in their first year that includes biology and chemistry. In their second year students begin to specialise with a focus on biochemistry, genetics, microbiology and immunology. Students choose two majors in their third year with at least one in biochemistry, genetics or microbiology and immunology. By the end of their studies students will have acquired broad knowledge of biomedical science and an in depth grounding in at least one core biomedical science discipline with a substantial research focus.

Academic Program Rules

The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.

Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science)

Areas of Specialisation

  • Biochemistry
  • Genetics
  • Microbiology & Immunology

Assessment

Exams, written and oral assignments and investigative projects; includes both individual and group participation.

How To Apply

UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE

Complete your details and we'll make sure your inquiry is sent to the UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE which will contact you to discuss this degree. For more details, feel free to contact one of the educational consultants at EDVISE HUB Click Here To Book Your Session

Degree Details

Our Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) gives you the knowledge and skills to access an emerging global sector. You will:

  • learn the skills to drive the future of healthcare, from vaccine discovery to disease prevention
  • gain real-world practical insights from industry lecturers and placements
  • study how the body works and what happens when it fails
  • explore how to stop deadly outbreaks of disease and create life-saving vaccinations
  • build a vast knowledge base from simple molecules to whole organisms
  • learn directly from active world-class biomedical researchers and educators.

Areas of specialisation include:

  • Biochemistry
  • Genetics
  • Microbiology and Immunology

Career Readiness

As a graduate, you’ll have the knowledge and experience for a career in biomedical research, in hospital laboratories, research institutes, universities or private companies.

It is common for graduates to continue their research training by enrolling in a Master of Philosophy or Honours program. Many graduates have successfully used this program as a pathway towards further study in graduate entry medicine or allied health programs.

Graduates of this program are likely to be found as scientists in:

  • clinical or research laboratories
  • biomedical, biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.

The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.

Graduate Attributes

The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.

  1. Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
  2. Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
  3. Teamwork and communication skills
  4. Professionalism and leadership readiness
  5. Intercultural and ethical competency
  6. Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
  7. Digital capabilities
  8. Self-awareness and emotional intelligence

Industry Placement

Depending on their major, students may conduct some or all of their practical work through placement in a professional research laboratory in third year.

Potential careers

Biomedical Scientist, Biotechnology, Diagnostic Technician, Public Health Scientist, Toxicologist, Microbiologist, Physiologist, Immunologist, Biochemist, Bioinformatics, Environmental Biologist, Environmental Chemist, Environmental Scientist, Laboratory Manager, Molecular Biology, Neuroscientist, Plant Biotechnologist, Research Scientist, Science Communicators, Pharmacologist, Life Scientist, Medical Scientist, ...

Australian Year 12SACE Stage 2: Chemistry plus one of Physics, Specialist Mathematics, Mathematical Methods , Biology, Geology, Scientific Studies, Agriculture and Horticulture, Agricultural and Horticultural Science, Nutrition. IB: Chemistry (SL grade 4/HL grade 3) and one other Science subject (SL grade 4/HL grade 3) or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations (HL) or Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (SL) . MathTrackX is an online bridging program available as a recognised alternative to Mathematical Methods.
International QualificationsChemistry and one other subject chosen from Mathematics, Physics, Biology or Geology.
Assumed KnowledgeMathematics and Physics an advantage
English Language Requirement
Australian Year 12Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject
English Tests accepted by the University of Adelaide
IELTSOverall 6.5Reading 6Listening 6Speaking 6Writing 6
TOEFLOverall 79Reading 13Listening 13Speaking 18Writing 21
PearsonOverall 58Reading 50Listening 50Speaking 50Writing 50
C1 AdvancedOverall 176Reading 169Listening 169Speaking 169Writing 169

Degree Structure

Students will start from a broad base in their first year that includes biology and chemistry. In their second year students begin to specialise with a focus on biochemistry, genetics, microbiology and immunology. Students choose two majors in their third year with at least one in biochemistry, genetics or microbiology and immunology. By the end of their studies students will have acquired broad knowledge of biomedical science and an in depth grounding in at least one core biomedical science discipline with a substantial research focus.

Academic Program Rules

The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.

Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science)

Areas of Specialisation

  • Biochemistry
  • Genetics
  • Microbiology & Immunology

Assessment

Exams, written and oral assignments and investigative projects; includes both individual and group participation.

How To Apply

UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE

Complete your details and we'll make sure your inquiry is sent to the UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE which will contact you to discuss this degree. For more details, feel free to contact one of the educational consultants at EDVISE HUB Click Here To Book Your Session

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Duration:Full-time 3 years

Location:Australia

Fees:AUD$43,000

intake: February
July

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