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University of the Sunshine Coast (USC)

  • 20% international / 80% domestic

Bachelor of Biomedical Science

  • Bachelor

Gain a comprehensive understanding of how the human body works and what happens when diseases, infections and clinical disorders occur.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time
Course Code
SC355, 066285C
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Fees
$28,400 per year / $8,842 total
International Fees
$85,200 total
ATAR
60

About this course

Gain a comprehensive understanding of how the human body works and what happens when diseases, infections and clinical disorders occur.

In this program you will:

  • Develop knowledge and skills for working in applied biomedical industries and medical research
  • Study foundations in medical science, cell biology/introduction to bioscience, chemistry, human physiology and anatomy, science research methods, and communication. Later develop in physiology, pathophysiology, biochemistry, microbiology, medical genetics, immunology and pharmacology
  • Have the opportunity to link with industry and develop a specific interest in biomedical science by undertaking clinical work placements and special research projects. Placements may be in areas such as hospitals, clinical trial centres, pharmaceutical companies and medical research institutes

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.

Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.

If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you also need to meet the minimum English language requirements for your chosen program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may like to enrol in one of our English Language Programs.

Minimum entry threshold

Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.

Location ATAR/Rank
Sunshine Coast 60.00
Moreton Bay 60.00
Recommended prior study
English; General Maths, Maths Methods or Specialist Maths; at least one science subject (preferably Chemistry)

Study locations

Sunshine Coast

Moreton Bay

Career pathways

Career opportunities
  • Biodiscovery
  • Biomedical research and education
  • Biotechnology and genetics
  • cardiac, respiratory and sleep diagnostics
  • Clinical embryology clinical trial coordination
  • Communicable disease control
  • Drug registration
  • International health
  • Medical microbiology
  • Medical sales and marketing
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Scientific writing and publication
Memberships

Graduates may be eligible to become members of:

  • Australasian Society of Clinical and Experimental Pharmacologists and Toxicologists
  • Australian Physiological Society
  • Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
  • Australian Society for Biotechnology
  • Australian Society for Immunology
  • Australian Society for Microbiology

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Engineering courses at University of the Sunshine Coast (USC).
60.5%
Overall satisfaction
89.5%
Skill scale
60.5%
Teaching scale
79.3%
Employed full-time
$65k
Average salary