Bachelor of Biomedical Science
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Year | 2015 course information |
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Award granted | Bachelor of Biomedical Science |
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Campus | Offered at Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong) |
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Cloud Campus | No |
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Duration | 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
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CRICOS course code | 085577M Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong) |
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Deakin course code | S323 |
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Course sub-headings
Course overview
Deakin’s Biomedical Science covers the science underpinning medical applications, from basic biology to specific disease processes. Students gain the theoretical foundation and scientific skills to expand and apply their knowledge of human biology and health, with an emphasis on causes, diagnosis and treatment of disease at the molecular, cellular and system levels. The course gives students relevant and wide-ranging practical experience in the laboratory, ensuring students have both theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for a diverse range of careers or further study. The Bachelor of Biomedical Science is a vibrant, relevant and topical program that provides a flexible, innovative and comprehensive course. Our multidisciplinary approach enable students to learn about their chosen fields of study from both scientific and health perspectives.
The course comprises core areas of study in a broad range of topics including physiology, biochemistry, biology, cell biology, medical microbiology and immunology, molecular and cell biology and molecular and human genetics.
Students will also complete a professional practice unit involving an experiential learning component and have the option to apply for an Industry Based Learning (IBL) placement, which will allow them to apply and consolidate knowledge gained in their course, experience workplace culture and workplaces practices, explore career options and develop a professional network.
Units in the course may include assessment hurdle requirements.
Course rules
The course comprises a total of 24 credit points, which must include the following:
- 15 credit points of core units (which includes a compulsory professional practice unit at level 3);
- At least one 6 credit point approved major sequence from the list below;
- Completion of SLE010 Laboratory and Fieldwork Safety Induction Program (0 credit points);
- Completion of STP010 Introduction to Work Placements (0 credit-point compulsory unit);
- Level 1 – up to 10 credit points;
- Level 3 - at least 6 credit points (at least 4 must be Science course grouped).
Major sequences
Refer to the details of each major sequence for availability.
Students must complete one of the following major sequences:
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You must complete all units below:
Level 1
Trimester 1
SLE010 | Unit description is currently unavailable * |
SLE115 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE111 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE133 | Unit description is currently unavailable ^ |
plus one elective unit
Trimester 2
SLE155 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE132 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SEP122 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
plus one elective unit
^Note: Students who have completed Year 12 Chemistry or equivalent may choose to replace SLE133 Chemistry in Our World with an elective unit.
Level 2
Trimester 1
SLE212 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE251 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE234 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
plus one elective unit
Trimester 2
STP010 | Unit description is currently unavailable * |
SLE254 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE221 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE206 | Unit description is currently unavailable + |
plus one elective unit
Level 3
Trimester 1
SLE323 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
plus three elective units
Trimester 2
SLE334 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE346 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE390 | Unit description is currently unavailable # |
plus one elective unit
* SLE010 and STP010 are compulsory 0-credit point units.
+ SLE206 is offered in Trimester 2 at Burwood (Melbourne) and Trimester 3 at Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
# Must have successfully completed STP010 Introduction to Work Placements (0 credit point unit)
Details of major sequences
Details of major sequences
Medical Biotechnology - unit set code MJ-H000032
Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Medical Biotechnology uses cells and cell materials to produce pharmaceutical and diagnostic products that help treat and prevent human diseases. This major provides students with a sound understanding of the core sciences underpinning biotechnology for medical advancement.
HMM101 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
HMM102 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
HMM201 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
HMM202 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
HMM302 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
HMM305 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
Details of major sequences
Infection and Immunity - unit set code MJ-S000058
Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
The Infection and Immunity Major will explore development and disease at a cellular level, investigate key concepts of immunity and blood cells, and introduce the world of genomics and proteomics. Students will also gain a sound understanding of the key concepts and techniques underpinning clinically-relevant microorganisms and their control.
HMM103 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
HMM104 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
HMM202 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
HSH205 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
HMM303 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
HMM304 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
Details of major sequences
Environmental Health - unit set code MJ-S000059
Burwood (Melbourne)
With a focus on healthy environments and healthy people, this major is recommended for students interested in working in public health policy, environmental health and related areas.
HBS107 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
HSN101 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE234 | Unit description is currently unavailable * |
HSH205 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE312 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE342 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
* Prerequisite unit applies (SLE111 Cells and Genes - core to the course)
Details of major sequences
Details of major sequences
Details of major sequences
Molecular Life Sciences - unit set code MJ-S000071
Burwood (Melbourne)
This major will enable students to acquire an advanced understanding of chemical, physiological and genetic processes that determine health and disease at the molecular level. In addition, technical skills relevant for biomedical research will be obtained.
SLE211 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE222 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE321 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE339 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
HMM301 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
SLE312 | Unit description is currently unavailable |