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Bachelor of Biomedical Science

ProviderThe University of Western Australia
Course code: TISCUP006UniversityStudy area: Natural and Physical SciencesCourse data availableData JSON

Course overview

Bachelor of Biomedical Science

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 UWA Health Campus, located on the QEIIMC site in Nedlands.
  • UWA is ranked 1st in WA for Human Biological Sciences (GRAS 2024)
  • This degree may include laboratory-based learning, practical industry placements, and laboratory-based biomedical research, 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.

Health Policy Advisor or Advocate, Infectious Disease Epidemiologist, Laboratory Technician or Manager, Medical Practitioner*, Medical Scientist (Diagnostics)*, Medical/Biomedical Scientist or Researcher

*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. Find out more about how we can prepare you for your dream career, from first job to long-term goals.

Entry requirements

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IB Diploma

24-26
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6.5, no band below 6

If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.

Student profile

Total students589
#2023
Higher education entry128 · 21.73%
21.73%
School leavers (ATAR)387 · 65.71%
65.71%
Secondary education0 · 0.00%
0.00%
Vocational pathway7 · 1.19%
1.19%
Other entry pathways32 · 5.43%
5.43%
International students35 · 5.94%
5.94%

Course curriculum

Course structure, credit points and subject sequence

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