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Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Course summary for international students

Award granted Bachelor of Biomedical Science
CampusOffered at Melbourne Burwood Campus, Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
Off-campusNo
Length3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Next available intake

March (Trimester 1), July (Trimester 2)*


*Midyear entry for applicants with credit for prior learning only

Indicative annual fee 2013$26,150* AUD
LevelUndergraduate
CRICOS course code058793E
IELTS Requirement

Overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0 (or equivalent). More information is available at www.ielts.org

VTAC Codes14113 - Burwood (Melbourne), International full-fee paying place
15283 - Waurn Ponds (Geelong), International full-fee paying place
Deakin course code S323
Faculty contactsDeakin International
Tel +61 3 9627 4877
Online enquiry

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, and a number of electives at all levels, 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 anatomy and physiology, biochemistry, biology, cell biology, medical microbiology and immunology, molecular and cell biology, molecular and human genetics and pathophysiology.

 

Students will also complete a professional practice unit involving an experiential learning component and have the option to apply for an Industry Based Learning 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.

Fees and charges

Fee paying place - International (IFP)
A Fee paying place is one for which the University does not receive any government funding. As such, students enrolled in these places are required to contribute the full cost of their course.

Fees for international students apply to persons living in Australia with Temporary Resident status, provided that there is no limitation on study and persons living abroad who are not Australian citizens and do not have Permanent Resident status in Australia.

Equivalent Full Time Student Load (EFTSL)
EFTSL is the standard annual full time load. Eight credit points is the standard full time load for one year of study.

* The 'indicative annual course fee' cited has been provided as a guide only. It has been calculated on the basis of a typical enrolment of a student undertaking the course in 2013, and reflects the cost involved in undertaking a full-time quota of units within the specified discipline.
The actual fees charged by Deakin University will depend upon the discipline from which each individual unit is chosen, and may vary from the indicative course fee cited, particularly if units are chosen from a number of disciplines. The cost of each unit offered in 2013 can be viewed from the Unit Search.
Please note that the fees per unit/credit point may increase annually due to rises in the cost of course delivery and service.
Deakin assumes no responsibility for persons relying on 'indicative course fees' to calculate the total future cost of their course.

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Career opportunities

As a graduate of Deakin's Bachelor of Biomedical Science you will be able to enter a vast range of health-related industries including medical research, genetic engineering, the pharmaceutical industry, pharmaceutical/medical sales and laboratory technology. You can also advance to honours or postgraduate studies, either in more specialised areas of biomedical science (which will enhance your professional development as a scientist), or in other disciplines (which will compliment your scientific training and broaden your career opportunities).

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Course rules

The course comprises a total of 24 credit points, which must include the following:

  • 12 credit points of core units (you must complete all units);
  • 2 credit points of optional core units at level 3 (you must choose the relevant number of units from a prescribed list);
  • 3 credit points of restricted electives at level 1 (you must choose the relevant number of elective units from a prescribed list);
  • 1 credit point of professional practice at level 3;
  • 6 credit points of free electives (you may choose any unit offered in the University, subject to meeting the unit prerequisites, which can be used to undertake a major study in a specialised area (refer to the list of relevant majors below);
  • SLE010 Laboratory and Fieldwork Safety Induction Program (0 credit points);
  • No more than 10 credit points at level 1;
  • At least 6 level 3 units, of which 4 must be course grouped to the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment.

 

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Major sequences

Students have the option of using their elective units to complete a major.  Recommended major sequences for students in the Bachelor of Biomedical Science include:

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Course structure

You must complete all units below:

 

Level 1

Trimester 1

SLE010 Laboratory and Fieldwork Safety Induction Program  *

SLE115 Essential Skills in Bioscience  

SLE111 Cells and Genes  

SLE133 Chemistry in Our World  ^

plus one level 1 restricted elective unit#

* SLE010 is a compulsory 0-credit point unit.

 

Trimester 2

SLE155 Chemistry for the Professional Sciences  

plus two level 1 restricted elective units#

plus one elective

 

^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

SLE211 Principles of Physiology  

SLE212 Biochemistry  

SLE234 Microbiology  

plus one elective unit

 

Trimester 2

SLE254 Genetics  

SLE221 Anatomy and Physiology  

SLE222 Biochemical Metabolism  

plus one elective unit

 

Level 3

Trimester 1

HMM301 Principles of Pharmacology  ^

 

Choose one level 3 unit from below (optional core):

SLE323 Advanced Topics in Biomedical Science  

HMM302 Innovations in Medical Biotechnology  ¥

plus one/two elective units+

 

Trimester 2

SLE334 Medical Microbiology and Immunology  

HMM304 Therapeutic Development  ^

plus one/two elective units+

 

Choose one level 3 unit from below (optional core):

SLE346 Molecular Basis of Disease  +

SLE339 Genetics of Disease  

HMM305 Cell and Tissue Engineering  ¥

 

Professional Practice (please choose one Professional Practice unit from below):

SLE390 Professional Practice in Bioscience  

SLE314 Research Project  

HMM306 Professional Practice in Medical Biotechnology  ¥

 

+ SLE346 is offered T1 at Burwood and T2 at Geelong, hence the number of electives per period varies for each campus

^ not available until 2014

¥ not available until 2015

 

# Level 1 restricted electives (please choose 3 level 1 restricted elective units from the list below):

 

HMM101 Introduction to Medical Biotechnology  

HMM102 Principles of Gene and Genomic Technology  

HMM103 Cell Technology  

HMM104 Immunology and Haematology  

SEP101 Engineering Physics  

SEP122 Physics for the Life Sciences  

HSE102 Functional Human Anatomy  #

HBS107 Understanding Health  

HBS108 Health Information and Data  

HBS109 Human Structure and Function  

HBS110 Health Behaviour  

HSN101 Food: Nutrition, Culture and Innovation  

SLE103 Ecology and the Environment  

SLE132 Biology: Form and Function  

 

# Must be enrolled in or have previously successfully completed HSE010 - Exercise and Sport Laboratory Safety (0 credit point unit)

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Entry requirements - general

General admission requirements for entry into undergraduate courses for international students at Deakin are summarised in the undergraduate admission requirements table (194kb).
Some courses may have additional entry requirements.
Students must also meet the undergraduate English language requirements.

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Credit for prior learning - general

If you have completed previous studies which you believe may reduce the number of units you have to complete at Deakin, indicate in the appropriate section on your application that you wish to be considered for credit for prior learning. You will need to provide a certified copy of your previous course details so your credit can be determined. If you are eligible, your offer letter will then contain information about your credit for prior learning.
Your credit for prior learning is formally approved prior to your enrolment at Deakin during the Enrolment and Orientation Program. You must bring original documents relating to your previous study so that this approval can occur.

You can also refer to the Credit for Prior Learning System which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree.

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How to apply

Tracking your application
If you have already applied and wish to enquire about your application please refer to the relevant area through which you originally applied.

  • If you applied through a Deakin representative please contact your representative.
  • If you applied through a Deakin International office please contact deakin-int-admissions@deakin.edu.au
 

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