C10115v8 Bachelor of Biomedical Science
Award(s): Bachelor of Biomedical Science (BBiomedSc)UAC code: 607040 (Autumn session, Spring session)
CRICOS code: 026805D
Commonwealth supported place?: Yes
Load credit points: 144
Course EFTSL: 3
Location: City campus
Overview
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Assumed knowledge
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Honours
Other information
Overview
The Bachelor of Biomedical Science provides a strong professional and industry focus. Students obtain a solid foundation in both biological and medical sciences, and practical experimentation through extensive theoretical knowledge and advanced laboratory skills.
This course provides in-depth understanding of how the body works at the cellular level, what causes disease and the techniques of laboratory diagnosis of disease, including the expanding area of molecular-based diagnostic techniques. Students gain the underpinning knowledge and laboratory skills required to participate in research aimed at the prevention or treatment of disease.
Career options
Career options include positions in diagnostic medical laboratories, pharmaceutical, biomedical and biotechnology industries. Students may pursue a career in biomedical research in hospitals or other research institutes. Biomedical science also provides excellent preparation for entry into graduate medical degrees.
Course intended learning outcomes
| 1.0 | An understanding of the nature, practice and application of the chosen science discipline. |
| 1.1 | Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of how the body works at the cellular and organ system level |
| 1.2 | Understand how disease can arise and disrupt normal physiological function |
| 1.3 | Gain specialist knowledge and skills in the laboratory diagnosis of disease |
| 1.4 | Conduct research on the causes of disease, or the prevention and treatment of disease. |
| 1.5 | Understand experimental design and data analysis techniques using environmental models. |
| 1.6 | Develop knowledge in specialist strands such as diagnostic pathology, biochemistry, haematology, microbiology and parasitology, transfusion science and blood banking, anatomical pathology, immunology and molecular biology. |
| 1.7 | Develop hands-on laboratory skills using modern equipment and IT facilities |
| 2.0 | Encompasses problem solving, critical thinking and analysis attributes and an understanding of the scientific method knowledge acquisition. |
| 2.1 | Gather data and evidence to support or refute an idea or contention |
| 2.2 | Conduct environmental study using sampling and statistical methods, and statistically analyse data |
| 2.3 | Demonstrate analytical thinking when planning experiments and testing hypotheses |
| 2.4 | Identify, scope and investigate problems and make logical deductions from the evidence |
| 2.5 | Foster curiosity and inquisitiveness for experimentation by solving problems and case scenarios |
| 2.6 | Become adept at data collection, and literature and database searches |
| 2.7 | Work on a tailored project under supervision to hone and practise enquiry and analysis skills. |
| 2.8 | Work independently or as part of multi-disciplinary teams |
| 3.0 | The ability to acquire, develop, employ and integrate a range of technical, practical and professional skills, in appropriate and ethical ways within a professional context, autonomously and collaboratively and across a range of disciplinary and professional areas, e.g. time management skills, personal organisation skills, teamwork skills, computing skills, laboratory skills, data handling, quantitative and graphical literacy skills. |
| 3.1 | Operate with knowledge, rigour and objectivity in an ethical, cooperative and honest fashion to creatively and methodically address biomedical questions |
| 3.2 | Build networks through interacting with external experts in the mid and later parts of the course and identify career opportunities |
| 3.3 | Work in laboratories and other external organizations by doing work experience or research placements |
| 3.4 | Develop the ability to perform the duties of one's profession to an acceptable quality, including the development of up-to-date technical skills |
| 4.0 | The capacity to engage in reflection and learning beyond formal educational contexts that is based on the ability to make effective judgments about one's own work. The capacity to learn in and from new disciplines to enhance the application of scientific knowledge and skills in professional contexts. |
| 4.1 | Become a lifelong learner and acquire the tools and aptitudes that allow you to adapt to change |
| 4.2 | Interrogate a variety of different databases and information sources |
| 5.0 | An awareness of the role of science within a global culture and willingness to contribute actively to the shaping of community views on complex issues where the methods and findings of science are relevant. |
| 5.1 | Develop professional skills for laboratory diagnosis, public health, education, medicine etc |
| 5.2 | Participate in community dialogues on health and scientific issues. |
| 6.0 | An understanding of the different forms of communication ? writing, reading, speaking, listening ? including visual and graphical, within science and beyond, and the ability to apply these appropriately and effectively for different audiences. |
| 6.1 | Write and speak knowledgeably on biomedical science in both lay and professional settings. |
| 6.2 | Develop confidence and skills in communicating biomedical science, to a variety of audiences, including graphical literacy and report writing |
| 6.3 | Develop skills in oral presentations and active listening |
| 6.4 | Participate in debates and workshops to build confidence and self-assuredness |
| 7.0 | An ability to think and work creatively, including the capacity for self-starting, and the ability to apply science skills to unfamiliar applications. |
| 7.1 | Identify opportunities in the rapidly-evolving biomedical sciences sector |
| 7.2 | Show initiative and creativity, both theoretical and practical, in designing experiments or lab protocols |
| 7.3 | Volunteer for opportunities to do work experience or research mini-projects |
| 7.4 | Demonstrate creative and lateral thinking |
Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Assumed knowledge
Mathematics; any two units of English; any two units of Science.
Chemistry; Mathematics Extension 1 is recommended.
Course duration and attendance
Students can complete the course over three years full time. Full-time attendance involves approximately 24 hours each week on campus.
Students may also be able to complete the course in part-time mode, usually at the rate of two subjects a session (a 50 per cent load), taking six years to complete. Part-time students are required to attend some classes in daytime hours.
Course structure
The course comprises a total of 144 credit points. There is choice within the core subjects, enabling students to focus on a particular theme or area of expertise. The elective subjects enable students to increase their expertise in the biomedical science area or in other areas of science or other disciplines in the University. This can be in the form of a specialised 24-credit-point sub-major or by a varied selection of subjects.
Industrial training/professional practice
Students studying this course have an opportunity to undertake an internship subject and receive academic credit for their placement off campus (an external business or research institute) or on campus (UTS research institutes or departments), in a capacity relevant to their academic studies.
Course completion requirements
| STM90680 Foundation stream (Life Sciences) | 48cp | |
| STM90684 Core subjects (Medical and Molecular Biology) | 48cp | |
| 91500 Histology | 6cp | |
| CBK90582 Elective 4 | 6cp | |
| 91402 Anatomical Pathology | 6cp | |
| Select 30 credit points of options: | 30cp | |
| 91345 Biochemistry, Genes and Disease | 6cp | |
| 91338 Clinical Bacteriology | 6cp | |
| 91358 Haematology 2 | 6cp | |
| 91359 Immunology 2 | 6cp | |
| 91344 Medical and Diagnostic Biochemistry | 6cp | |
| 91335 Molecular Biology 2 | 6cp | |
| 91352 Parasitology | 6cp | |
| 91129 Transfusion Science | 6cp | |
| Total | 144cp |
Course program
Typical course programs are shown below.
| Autumn commencing | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 65111 Chemistry 1 | 6cp | |
| 91161 Cell Biology and Genetics | 6cp | |
| 33116 Statistical Design and Analysis | 6cp | |
| 60001 Principles of Scientific Practice | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 65212 Chemistry 2 | 6cp | |
| 91123 Biocomplexity | 6cp | |
| 91400 Human Anatomy and Physiology | 6cp | |
| 68041 Physical Aspects of Nature | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 91314 General Microbiology | 6cp | |
| 91320 Metabolic Biochemistry | 6cp | |
| 91500 Histology | 6cp | |
| CBK90579 Elective 1 | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 91132 Molecular Biology 1 | 6cp | |
| Select 18 credit points from the following: | 18cp | |
| 91326 Analytical Biochemistry | 6cp | |
| 91330 Epidemiology and Public Health Microbiology | 6cp | |
| 91401 Immunology 1 | 6cp | |
| CBK90581 Elective 3 | 6cp | |
| 91563 Haematology 1 | 6cp | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| CBK90580 Elective 2 | 6cp | |
| Select 18 credit points from the following: | 18cp | |
| 91335 Molecular Biology 2 | 6cp | |
| 91338 Clinical Bacteriology | 6cp | |
| 91344 Medical and Diagnostic Biochemistry | 6cp | |
| 91358 Haematology 2 | 6cp | |
| 91359 Immunology 2 | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| CBK90582 Elective 4 | 6cp | |
| 91402 Anatomical Pathology | 6cp | |
| Select 12 credit points from the following: | 12cp | |
| 91129 Transfusion Science | 6cp | |
| 91345 Biochemistry, Genes and Disease | 6cp | |
| 91352 Parasitology | 6cp | |
| Spring commencing | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Spring session | ||
| 65111 Chemistry 1 | 6cp | |
| 91400 Human Anatomy and Physiology | 6cp | |
| 91161 Cell Biology and Genetics | 6cp | |
| 60001 Principles of Scientific Practice | 6cp | |
| Summer session | ||
| 65212 Chemistry 2 | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 33116 Statistical Design and Analysis | 6cp | |
| 68041 Physical Aspects of Nature | 6cp | |
| 91314 General Microbiology | 6cp | |
| 91320 Metabolic Biochemistry | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 91132 Molecular Biology 1 | 6cp | |
| 91123 Biocomplexity | 6cp | |
| Select 12 credit points from the following: | 12cp | |
| 91326 Analytical Biochemistry | 6cp | |
| 91330 Epidemiology and Public Health Microbiology | 6cp | |
| 91401 Immunology 1 | 6cp | |
| 91563 Haematology 1 | 6cp | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 91500 Histology | 6cp | |
| CBK90579 Elective 1 | 6cp | |
| Select 12 credit points from the following: | 12cp | |
| 91335 Molecular Biology 2 | 6cp | |
| 91338 Clinical Bacteriology | 6cp | |
| 91344 Medical and Diagnostic Biochemistry | 6cp | |
| 91358 Haematology 2 | 6cp | |
| 91359 Immunology 2 | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 91402 Anatomical Pathology | 6cp | |
| Select 12 credit points from the following: | 12cp | |
| 91129 Transfusion Science | 6cp | |
| 91345 Biochemistry, Genes and Disease | 6cp | |
| 91352 Parasitology | 6cp | |
| Year 4 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| CBK90582 Elective 4 | 6cp | |
| CBK90581 Elective 3 | 6cp | |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp | |
| 91335 Molecular Biology 2 | 6cp | |
| 91338 Clinical Bacteriology | 6cp | |
| 91344 Medical and Diagnostic Biochemistry | 6cp | |
| 91358 Haematology 2 | 6cp | |
| 91359 Immunology 2 | 6cp | |
Honours
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Science (C09023) is available to eligible students with an additional one year of full-time study.
Other information
Further information is available from:
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