Course Information

Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science)

Effective from 01-JAN-2019 : Code K05

This course is specifically designed to provide the knowledge, skills, practical experience and attributes required to prepare graduates for the field of biomedical science. It provides the theory and practical experience and knowledge necessary for graduates to gain employment in the biomedical professions. The course includes studies in the following areas: anatomy, physiology, microbiology, immunology, pharmacology and biomedical ethics. Graduates can continue on to specialise in one of the following laboratory disciplines: medical microbiology, clinical chemistry, transfusion science, haematology, histopathology, cytology, virology, immunology, medicine.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Course Learning Outcomes

  1. Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical biomedical situations.
  2. Communicate disciplinary knowledge and values in professional and public contexts.
  3. Demonstrate a global outlook with respect for cultural diversity, including Indigenous cultural competence.
  4. Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning and professional practice.
  5. Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate discipline specific solutions/responses.
  6. Think critically to analyse, interpret and conceptualise complex biomedical problems.
  7. Use digital technologies and literacies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources.
  8. Work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative to implement social, sustainable, and ethical values.

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 3)

All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • AQF Cert IV;
  • Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
  • University Preparation Course;
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course;
  • Aboriginal Student Intake Test; or
  • Experience Based Entry Scheme.

English Language requirement (Band 3)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
  • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
  • Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
  • University Preparation Course;
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course;
  • Aboriginal Student Intake Test;
  • AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
  • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
  • Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

One or more of the majors in this course has admission requirements. Refer to the major for more information.

Course Duration

  • Full Time: 3 Years
  • Part Time: 6 Years

Course Delivery

  • Joondalup: Full Time, Part Time

Course Coordinator

Dr David Antony COALL

Course Structure

Students are required to complete all 16 core units. In addition to this students should select either an 8-unit supporting major or a 6-unit minor plus 2 elective units. Major, minor and elective choices should be discussed with the course coordinator.

Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCH1101Cultural Studies15
MHS1101Anatomy and Physiology 115
Select 1 unit from:
MAT1114 ^Introductory Statistics15
SCC1123 ^Chemistry for the Life Sciences15
Note: Students with no Chemistry or Chemistry ATAR less than 50 must take additional Chemistry and enrol in SCC1123. Students with Chemistry ATAR of 50 or greater are advised to take MAT1114.
Unit from Major/Minor/Elective15
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCH1104Introduction to Pathophysiology15
SCC1226Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry15
MHS1102Anatomy and Physiology 215
Unit from Major/Minor/Elective15
Year 2 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCH2235 *Applied Microbiology15
SCH1111Fundamental Biomedical Techniques15
Select 1 unit from:
HST2122 ^ *Health Research Methodology15
SCH2232 ^Medical Biochemistry15
Unit from Major/Minor/Elective15
Year 2 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCH2111Applied Physiology15
Select 2 units from:
SCH2141 ^Advanced Biomedical Techniques15
MMS2103 ^Clinical Biochemistry15
MMS2102 ^Medical Microbiology15
Unit from Major/Minor/Elective15
Year 3 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit TitleCredit Points
Select 2 units from:
SCH3227 ^The Biology of Human Disease15
MMS3101 ^Evolutionary Perspectives on Health and Disease15
SCH3145 ^Biomedical Ethics15
HST3501 ^Health Research Project15
Unit from Major/Minor/Electivex 230
Year 3 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit TitleCredit Points
Select 2 units from:
SCH3239 ^Human Immunology15
SCH3244 ^Developmental Biology15
SCH3434 ^Human Reproduction, Development and Ageing15
Unit from Major/Minor/Electivex 230

^ Core Option
* Students will be assessed to see if they have achieved the ECU minimum standard of English language proficiency in this unit. Students who don't meet the minimum standard will be provided with appropriate English language support and development.

Unit sets that can be studied as part of this course


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

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