Biomedical Science
Bachelor's degree
In Brisbane (Australia)
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Brisbane (Australia)
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Duration
3 Years
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Credits
48
Apply your knowledge of human biology and health across the molecular, cellular and whole-body systems to contribute to advances in modern medical science.This three-year program provides you with practical and theoretical skills across the breadth and the depth of modern biomedical science and is taught by award-winning teachers and researchers.From cancer screening, diagnosing HIV and designing new drugs, to managing food poisoning and infection control, biomedical scientists are making incredible advances in modern medical science.Study molecular and cellular biology (molecular biology, human genetics, developmental biology, immunology and infectious diseases) through to body systems (Physiology, neuroscience, anatomy and pharmacology).For those looking to enter a career in modern biomedical science, this program is an excellent pathway to a research-based Honours program or as a foundation for graduate entry health and medicine programs.Biomedical scientists provide the foundation of modern healthcare and assist in developing treatments for diseases.FAST FACTSExtensive biomedical researchUQ is one of the largest scientific research institutions in Australia and includes the School of Biomedical Sciences, Institute of Molecular Bioscience, Queensland Brain Institute, and the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology.PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEResearch opportunitiesDuring semester breaks, UQ's Summer and Winter Research Programs provide you with research experience working alongside some of the university’s leading academics and researchers. You just need to find a project relevant to your interests and apply.ALUMNI"For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to help people. I decided to study biomedical science primarily because it sounded interesting and it was at the interface of science and medicine ."Meg Donovan, Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Honours)BEYOND THE...
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Entry requirementsQueensland Year 12 or equivalent English and Mathematics B plus one of Chemistry or Physics.View the equivalent qualifications for international students.All international applicants need to meet the minimum entry score for this program.IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ, view the English proficiency policy .International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Bachelor of Biomedical Science are eligible to...
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Subjects
- Biomedical
- Medical training
- Medical
- Systems
- Medical Science
- Biomedical Science
- Biology
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Program structure
The courses offered in the Bachelor of Biomedical Science are set out in the course list. Each course is allocated a certain number of units (#). A standard full-time study load is 8 units per semester.
The Program Rules explain what is required to complete the Bachelor of Biomedical Science. These requirements include the total number of units you need to complete in order to graduate.
To have your degree conferred, you also need to comply with UQ’s policies and rules.
Biomedical Science