Bachelor of Biomedical Science

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Year2015 course information
Award granted Bachelor of Biomedical Science
CampusOffered at Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Cloud CampusNo
Duration3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
CRICOS course code085577M Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Deakin course codeS323

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:

Course structure

You must complete all units below:

Level 1

Trimester 1

SLE010Unit description is currently unavailable *

SLE115Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE111Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE133Unit description is currently unavailable ^

plus one elective unit

Trimester 2

SLE155Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE132Unit description is currently unavailable

SEP122Unit 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

SLE212Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE251Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE234Unit description is currently unavailable

plus one elective unit

Trimester 2

STP010Unit description is currently unavailable *

SLE254Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE221Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE206Unit description is currently unavailable +

plus one elective unit

Level 3

Trimester 1

SLE323Unit description is currently unavailable

plus three elective units

Trimester 2

SLE334Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE346Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE390Unit 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)

Course structure

Course structure

Course structure

Course structure

Course structure

Course structure

Course structure

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.

HMM101Unit description is currently unavailable

HMM102Unit description is currently unavailable

HMM201Unit description is currently unavailable

HMM202Unit description is currently unavailable

HMM302Unit description is currently unavailable

HMM305Unit 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.

HMM103Unit description is currently unavailable

HMM104Unit description is currently unavailable

HMM202Unit description is currently unavailable

HSH205Unit description is currently unavailable

HMM303Unit description is currently unavailable

HMM304Unit 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.

HBS107Unit description is currently unavailable

HSN101Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE234Unit description is currently unavailable *

HSH205Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE312Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE342Unit 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.

SLE211Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE222Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE321Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE339Unit description is currently unavailable

HMM301Unit description is currently unavailable

SLE312Unit description is currently unavailable