Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Professional experience placements Advanced standing Your previous learning experiences relevant to one or more units in this course may help you reduce the duration of your degree. Recognition of formal and non-formal learning Credit may be awarded to a student for formal learning (gained through full or partial achievement of an accredited qualification or course) or non-formal learning (that takes place through a non-accredited course or program of learning) completed at Southern Cross University or in other learning settings in Australia and/or overseas. To help you identify how much credit you may receive for your related prior learning visit SCU Pathways. An application for advanced standing must be submitted so we can assess your prior learning. Please apply for advanced standing at the same time as you apply for admission into this course, because the amount of credit awarded will determine the sequence of units you will study. course structure MySCU is a student's point of entry to a range of online services and resources that support study and student life. The portal includes unit learning sites and information sites where students can access resources, communication tools and useful links that are integral to their studies. The web-based study environment Blackboard Learn delivers an advanced online learning environment for students and lecturers to communicate and collaborate through virtual meeting spaces, classrooms, and discussion boards. They can share files, presentations and applications. If a tutorial or lecture is recorded, students can view it afterwards. Learning materials include the provision of unit information guides, study guides and readings. Students may need to purchase or access prescribed text books. The SCU Library provides a wide range of services that include face-to-face and online help, and access to print and electronic resources. To find out more, see the Library Toolbox. The Academic Skills team supports student learning by offering online and on-campus academic skills workshops, email, phone, and one-on-one support. scu.edu.au/healthlabs Course structure See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below. Table of contents Course requirements Schedule of units Course progressions Course requirements To be eligible for the award of the Bachelor of Biomedical Science a candidate shall successfully complete the equivalent of twenty four (24) units (or 288 credit points) comprising the units listed in the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules. A candidate who, while enrolled in the Bachelor of Biomedical Science, has successfully completed not less than sixteen (16) units (192 credit points) comprising any 16 units from the units listed in the Schedule attached to these Rules may elect to be awarded the Associate Degree in Clinical Sciences following withdrawal from the Bachelor of Biomedical Science. Inherent Requirements Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Student Access & Inclusion website. If you have a disability or health condition which may impact on your ability to meet these requirements please refer to the Student Access & Inclusion website for further information and contact details. Schedule of units BIO00307 - Human Physiology CHE10700 - Chemistry for Health Sciences BHS10581 - Psychology and Sociology for Health Sciences SCI10002 - Science in Society CHE71010 - Organic Chemistry PHY71030 - Introductory Physics and Maths for Health Sciences CHE00002 - Biochemistry PHA00315 - Introductory Pharmacology BIO72130 - Human Pathophysiology BIO72050 - Microbiology CMM73010 - Epidemiology CMM72015 - Health Law and Ethics SCI73020 - Professional Experience in the Biomedical Setting Note 1 SCI10475 - Neuroscience SCI10473 - Histology and Embryology BIO72025 - Molecular Genetics MDC72010 - Immunology BIO73020 - Bioinformatics BIO72100 - Clinical Bacteriology BIO73060 - Virology and Parasitology BIO73050 - Clinical Biochemistry Plus one of MWF10663 - Research and Evidence Based Practice or MAT00330 - Research and Analysis in Health Plus one of BIO10662 - Systemic Anatomy or BIO01302 - Human Anatomy Course progressions Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment. Session 1 Commencement Session 1 Commencement - Part time Session 3 Commencement Notes Note 1: Double-weighted unit Top Domestic students International students Confirm you meet the entry requirements including English language and academic entry and any specific pre-requisites. Apply Online Southern Cross University accepts applications directly through the International Application for Admissions form or via our online application services. Additional information on how to apply is available at SCU International. Please note applicants from some countries need to go through an Education Agent.