Bachelor of Medical Science

Bachelor

Investigate the science of the human body.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor

Duration

3 years full-time

Course Code

214421, 028940C

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Mar, Jul

Domestic Fees

$9,200 per year

International Fees

$41,400 per year

About this course

Study Medical Science at Flinders

Investigate the science of the human body.

This specialised degree covers areas such as biochemistry, biotechnology, microbiology, molecular biology, neuroscience and more. It provides exciting options for students interested in a wide range of careers in the medical and health sciences, and emphasises the fundamental sciences that underpin virtually all fields of medical science. Also available is a Bachelor of Medical Science (Laboratory Medicine) which is a new four-year Laboratory Medicine course that builds on the Bachelor of Medical Science degree.

Study locations

Bedford Park

Career pathways

Your career

The degree provides options for students interested in a wide range of careers in the medical and health sciences. Graduates may find employment in such fields as medical science, pharmaceutical research, biomedical organisations, diagnostic laboratories, health administration, and health planning and policy.

Potential occupations include:

bone densitometry technician
cardiac physiologist
medical laboratory technician
medical scientist
research and development scientist.

Potential employers include:

universities
government
industry-funded organisations
the pharmaceutical industry
government regulatory bodies
biomedical companies
diagnostic laboratories.

Prepare for a bright future career with our step-by-step guide designed for students studying Medical Science

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Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Engineering courses at Flinders University.

76.7%

Overall satisfaction

80%

Skill scale

63.3%

Teaching scale

80.9%

Employed full-time

$65k

Average salary

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