UndergraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Bachelor of Biomedical Science
Federation University Australia, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
About this program
The Bachelor of Biomedical Science covers anatomy, pathophysiology, genetic science and biochemistry, with study areas ranging from lifespan nutrition to food microbiology and applied biochemistry. It runs through Federation's Co-operative Model, giving students real workplace experience in the profession before graduation, and is available through online learning as well as on campus. Graduates typically move into biomedical research, laboratory technology, medical sales or pharmaceuticals, and the degree also serves as a recognised pathway into postgraduate medicine, physiotherapy, dentistry, pharmacy, other allied-health programs and veterinary science.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
Study plan in 3 parts
Year 1: Semester 1Introduction to Nutrition15 credit pointsSCBCH1001Principles of Biology15 credit pointsSCBIO1001Chemistry 115 credit pointsSCCHM1001Scientific Communication15 credit pointsSCCOR1200Semester 2Systems Biology15 credit pointsSCBIO1020Chemistry 215 credit pointsSCCHM1002Scientific Practice15 credit pointsSCCOR1300Professional Identity (Science)15 credit pointsCOOPS1001
Year 2: Semester 1Biochemistry15 credit pointsSCBCH2001Analytical Techniques15 credit pointsSCCHM2001Pathophysiology 115 credit pointsSCMED2010General Microbiology15 credit pointsSCMIC2001Semester 2Nutrition and Metabolism15 credit pointsSCBCH2002Pathophysiology 215 credit pointsSCMED2011Biotechnology Laboratory Techniques15 credit pointsSCMOL2001Mammalian Genetics15 credit pointsSCMOL2010
- Year 3: Semester 1Immunology15 credit pointsSCMOL3020ElectiveSemester 2Clinical Microbiology15 credit pointsSCMIC3003Elective
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Admissions
Entry requirementsEntry requirements (year 12)Admissions Criteria for current Year 12 students and recent secondary graduates (the past 2 years)Prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics or at least 20 in any Science; Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any EnglishThis course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.Guaranteed ATARThis program has a guaranteed ATAR.If you meet the program pre-requisites and any ‘Essential Requirements for Admission’, we will guarantee you a place in this program with this ATAR. We use the adjusted ATAR, factoring in subject adjustments and SEAS as detailed below.Subject AdjustmentsA study score of 35 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics equals 3 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 points.SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme)Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Schemes (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application study score of 35 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics equals 3 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 points. Entry requirements (non year 12)Admission criteria for applicants with a Higher Education StudyPrevious higher education studies with results at a pass level, including any 'single subjects of study', or succe
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