Course overview
Our Bachelor of Biomedical Science encompasses the biological basis of human structure and function, and the application of this knowledge to disease, wellbeing and society. It’s an exciting degree designed to meet growing global demand for health graduates. Some of your classes are held in cutting-edge labs at the UWA Health Campus, located on the QEIIMC site in Nedlands.
Why study this degree at UWA:
- You’ll be taught by world-class researchers in cutting-edge laboratories and tutorial rooms and network with some of the world’s brightest minds
- Classes are taught at the prestigious UWA Health Campus, located on the QEIIMC site in Nedlands.
- This degree may include laboratory-based learning, practical industry placements, or research projects, ensuring you are ready to enter the global workforce
Career opportunities:
- This degree could lead to careers in designing medicines to alleviate symptoms or vaccines to prevent diseases, or impacting public health policy.
- Medical researcher, policy adviser, health promotion officer, exercise physiologist, biochemist, laboratory manager, pharmacist*, medical practitioner* * Postgraduate studies required.
Get career-ready with a UWA degree
At UWA, all our degrees include the option to take internships or Work Integrated Learning units, and, along with mentoring and volunteering opportunities, these can help you stand out in the job market and increase your employability. To find out more about how we can prepare you for your dream career, from first job to long-term goals, visit uwa.edu.au/students/employability
Course record
Career Opportunities
Majors
Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing
Anatomy and Human Biology
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Genetics
Human Genomics
Microbiology and Immunology
Neuroscience
Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
Pharmacology
Physiology
Public Health
Entry requirements
Switch between domestic ATAR data and international qualification equivalents.
IB Diploma
28-30Admission is assessed against the qualification, prerequisite and English requirements for the course.
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.
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Campuses & intake dates
Upcoming intakes
- Albany CentreWAAugust 2026
- Albany CentreWAFebruary 2026
- Albany CentreWA

