Bachelor of Biomedical Science (BBiomedSc)

What will I study?

The study of biomedical science commences with a broad foundation in the biological sciences, followed by specialisation in areas such as biochemistry, biophysics, developmental biology, genetics, microbiology, neuroscience, pharmacology and physiology. You will be encouraged to specialise in your third year in one of the following streams:

• Developmental Biology is the study of the molecular and cellular events underlying the formation of living organisms. Researchers work to interpret genomes and provide ways for understanding how genes make organs and tissues. Developmental biology research will contribute to advances in tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, reproductive technologies, functional genomics and transplantation sciences.
• Human Genetics is the study of the human genome. Sequencing of the human genome is allowing scientists to read and interpret the genetic “instructions” it contains and is increasing our understanding of human development both normal and abnormal.
• Research into Immunology and Infectious Diseases is important to address this major ongoing threat to global health. Areas covered include the basic biology of disease transmission, host pathogen interactions, the molecular basis of immune recognition, vaccine and drug development, molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry.
• Molecular & Cellular Biology is the study of molecules made by living organisms in a cellular context. These complementary disciplines underpin all of the contemporary biological sciences including developmental biology, neurobiology and immunology.
• Neuroscience is the study of the nervous system of animals and humans. The nervous system coordinates and regulates all movement, detects environmental changes and adjusts the metabolic activity in living things. Neuroscience research is aiding in the development of new therapeutic strategies to treat neurological and mental illnesses.
• Pharmacology & Toxicology research into the molecular mechanism of the action of drugs is of major importance in the biomedical sciences. This understanding can lead to the discovery of new drugs as well as better use of existing drugs for the treatment of human diseases.
• Physiology encompasses the study of how the body works, from the molecular and cellular levels to the integrative control of tissues, organs and systems. Research aims to understand these normal processes in the body and the changes that occur in cells, tissues and organs that lead to disease.

Program Structure

A student is required to obtain #64 from the BBiomedSc List comprising -

• #48 from Part A including #12 level 3 or higher (ie late year) courses;
• and either #16 from Part B for students enrolled in the pass degree program; or #16 from Part H for students enrolled in the honours program.

Part H may not be commenced before Part A is complete. Please refer to BBiomedSc Rules for further information. These rules should be read in conjunction with the General Award Rules.

Study Plans

Below are some study plans for the BBiomedSc program. These study plans are to help you plan your program. If you complete #48 from a study plan below including all the compulsory courses and key courses and also complete at least #12 units of level 3 courses you will complete the requirements for Part A of the program.

How do I use the Study Plans?

1. Choose a study plan.
2. Enrol into all the compulsory courses.
3. Enrol into all the essential courses for that area of study.
4. Enrol into the recommended electives/select electives from the table at the end.

What do the different columns mean?

• Compulsory Courses – compulsory for the program.
  
• Recommended Electives – recommended courses for the area of study. 

Choose a study plan

• Developmental Biology
• Human Genetics
• Immunology & Infectious Disease
• Molecular & Cellular Biology
• Neuroscience
• Pharmacology & Toxicology
• Physiology
  

Course List

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 Developmental Biology

1. Available in semester 1 or 2. Students can complete SCIE3044 over summer semester or SCIE3017 (only available to students in the Advanced Study program) instead of SCIE3012.
2. BIOM3XXX - this is the capstone course for the BBiomedSc program. The course code number has not yet been decided. It will be first offered in 2010.

 Human Genetics

1. Available in semester 1 or 2. Students can complete SCIE3044 over summer semester or SCIE3017 (only available to students in the Advanced Study program) instead of SCIE3012.
2. BIOM3XXX - this is the capstone course for the BBiomedSc program. The course code number has not yet been decided. It will be first offered in 2010.

  Immunology & Infectious Disease

1. Available in semester 1 or 2. Students can complete SCIE3044 over summer semester or SCIE3017 (only available to students in the Advanced Study program) instead of SCIE3012.
2. BIOM3XXX - this is the capstone course for the BBiomedSc program. The course code number has not yet been decided. It will be first offered in 2010.

 Molecular & Cellular Biology

1. Available in semester 1 or 2. Students can complete SCIE3044 over summer semester or SCIE3017 (only available to students in the Advanced Study program) instead of SCIE3012.
2. BIOM3XXX - this is the capstone course for the BBiomedSc program. The course code number has not yet been decided. It will be first offered in 2010.

 Neuroscience

1. Available in semester 1 or 2. Students can complete SCIE3044 over summer semester or SCIE3017 (only available to students in the Advanced Study program) instead of SCIE3012.
2. BIOM3XXX - this is the capstone course for the BBiomedSc program. The course code number has not yet been decided. It will be first offered in 2010.

 Pharmacology & Toxicology

1. Available in semester 1 or 2. Students can complete SCIE3044 over summer semester or SCIE3017 (only available to students in the Advanced Study program) instead of SCIE3012.
2. BIOM3XXX - this is the capstone course for the BBiomedSc program. The course code number has not yet been decided. It will be first offered in 2010.

 Physiology

1. Available in semester 1 or 2. Students can complete SCIE3044 over summer semester or SCIE3017 (only available to students in the Advanced Study program) instead of SCIE3012.
2. BIOM3XXX - this is the capstone course for the BBiomedSc program. The course code number has not yet been decided. It will be first offered in 2010.

Honours

 YEAR 4 – HONOURS

Program 

Associate Professor Peter Thorn

Careers

Where can I work?

Employment prospects for graduates of the Bachelor of Biomedical Science program are excellent in research environments, government, education and industry. Careers in biomedical science include: technical and scientific positions on research projects funded by governmental and private agencies, academic and research pathways in universities, research institutes and hospitals, government and industry, biotechnology companies developing and marketing reagents and kits for medical diagnosis, laboratory work in molecular and cellular biology, and when combined with a teaching qualification, high schools and other educational institutions.