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 2023 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
For students commencing in the current semester. All other students please refer to previous handbooks.
Introductory courses (7)
COR109 Calculus II and Linear Algebra
LFS100 Discrete Mathematics
LFS112 Applied Mathematics
LFS122 Statistics with Teeth: Understanding Ecological Data
MLS101 Numerical Analysis
SCI105 Reading in Advanced Mathematics
SCI110 Applied Systems Modelling
Advanced courses (11)
Required courses: (8)
BIM263 Introduction to Applied Mathematics
BIM331 Introductory Calculus
LFS201 Calculus II and Linear Algebra
LFS202 Discrete Mathematics
LFS251 Applied Mathematics
LFS252 Reading in Advanced Mathematics
LFS261 Applied Systems Modelling
LFS303 Introductory Bioscience
Plus select 3 courses (36 units) from the following list, of which 2 (24 units) must be 300 level:
BIM202 Think Health
BIM203 Introduction to Behavioural Health
BIM303 Science Research Methods
BIM341 Indigenous Wellbeing Foundations
BIM371 Public Health Foundations
CHM202 Human Physiology
CHM311 Environment and Health
LFS262 Human Anatomy
MBT301 Health Research and Evidence
MBT352 Workplace Learning I
MBT353 Workplace Learning II
MBT361 Introduction to Prosthetic and Orthotic Practice
MLS210 Functional Anatomy
MLS211 Motor Control and Learning
NUT212 Health Promotion Assessment and Planning
NUT232 Health Promotion Assessment and Planning
PUB361 Politics and the Media
SCI202 Geographic Information Science and Technology
SCI302 Enabling Team Synergy and Performance
SPX201 Foundations of Sustainability
SPX211 Making Public Policy in a Global Era
SPX301 Social Media
SRP301 Communication Campaign Planning
SRP321 International Community Development and Global Justice
WPL310 Indigenous Wellbeing Research
WPL320 Enabling Team Synergy and Performance
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).
Note: Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Total units: 288
Program requirements and notes
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.