Students gain an understanding of how the human body works and what happens when diseases, infections and clinical disorders occur.
First-year studies include cell biology, chemistry, science research methods, human anatomy and physiology. Advanced level courses include physiology, pathophysiology, biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology and pharmacology. Students can undertake placements in areas such as hospitals, clinical trial centres, pharmaceutical companies and medical research institutes. The program provides appropriate education for entry into postgraduate medical courses.
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
First-year studies include cell biology, chemistry, science research methods, human anatomy and physiology. Advanced level courses include physiology, pathophysiology, biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology and pharmacology. Students can undertake placements in areas such as hospitals, clinical trial centres, pharmaceutical companies and medical research institutes. The program provides appropriate education for entry into postgraduate medical courses.
Career opportunities
Biomedical research, biotechnology, clinical measurements (cardiac, sleep and respiratory diagnostics), clinical trials management, pharmaceuticals, medical microbiology.
Membership
Australian Society for Biotechnology; Australian Society for Immunology; Australian Society for Microbiology; Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
Program structure
Introductory courses (7)
COR109 Engineering Project 2
LFS100
LFS112
LFS122 Engaging Diverse Learners
MLS101 Quality Learning and Teaching
SCI105 Classroom Management
SCI110 Teaching Practice 1
Advanced courses (11)
Required courses: (8)
BIM263 Professional Engagement
BIM331 Teaching Practice 2
LFS201 Curriculum B Secondary Years 7-12 - Literacy and Numeracy
LFS202 Middle Years 4-10: Assessment for Learning
LFS251 Junior Secondary School Curriculum A: Pedagogies for Learning
LFS252 Curriculum A Secondary Years 10-12
LFS261 Introduction to Marketing
LFS303 Communication Theory and Practice
Plus select 3 courses (36 units) from the following list, of which 2 (24 units) must be 300 level:
BIM202 Public Relations: Contemporary Perspectives
BIM203 Introduction to Journalism
BIM303 Introduction to Creative Advertising
BIM341 Communication and Thought
BIM371 Communication Theory and Practice
CHM202 Communication and Thought
CHM311 Visual Literacy: Design Principles and Practice
LFS262 Introduction to Design
MBT301 Public Relations: Contemporary Perspectives
MBT352 Introduction to Journalism
MBT353 Introduction to Creative Advertising
MBT361 Ways of Seeing: Understanding Images
MLS210 Digital Photographic Practice
MLS211 Visual Worlds: An Introduction to Art and Design History
NUT212
NUT232
PUB361 Investigative and Data Journalism
SCI202 Crisis and Issues Management
SCI302 Multimedia Advertising
SPX201
SPX211
SPX301 The Writer and the Law
SRP301 Communication Campaign Planning
SRP321
WPL310 Creative Advertising
WPL320 Advanced News Reporting
Elective courses (6)
Select 6 elective courses (at least 3 courses should be at 200 or 300 level) from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Total units: 288
Program requirements and notes
For students commencing Semester 1, 2015. All other students please refer to previous handbooks.
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete no more than 10 introductory (100 coded, not EDU coded or LFS103 ) courses, including the core course.
- Complete a minimum of 14 advanced (200/300 coded) courses, 5 of which must be 300 coded courses from the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
- Students who have completed the Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Science at the University of the Sunshine Coast will be eligible to receive 2 years credit transfer (16 courses) towards the Bachelor of Biomedical Science at USC. Students will be able to apply by direct application for entry into the Bachelor of Biomedical Science via USC Admissions upon completion of the Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, or via QTAC if they have a break from studies of more than 24 months. Students commencing this pathway are able to commence in either Semester 1 or Semester 2. However, students commencing in Semester 2 will only be able to be part-time enrolled and it will therefore take longer to complete your Bachelor of Biomedical Science. Please refer to specific Study Plan.
- When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan.