Course overview
The Diploma of Health Sciences / Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Pathway) will give you a comprehensive understanding of the health of individuals, communities and populations.
Enter directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Biomedical Science at Deakin University after successful completion of the Diploma of Health Sciences.
Please note the diploma offered by Deakin College is available on-campus and online; however, the delivery mode for the bachelor’s degree is on-campus only at Burwood or Waurn Ponds.
*Domestic students can study this diploma package online but will need to attend on-campus practicals throughout each trimester.
Course record
Majors
Environmental Health, Infection and Immunity, Medical Biotechnology, Molecular Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Science.
Career Opportunities
Upon completion of the diploma and bachelor’s degree, you will be qualified to pursue a career in the following:
· medical research
· genetic engineering
· the pharmaceutical industry
· pharmaceutical and medical sales
· laboratory technology
Entry requirements
Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.
Standard entry
- Current Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Successful completion of an Australia Year 12 (or equivalent). For example: - VCE (or interstate equivalent) Certificate (scored or unscored) - VCE VM Senior - IB Diploma - NZCEA - VET Certificate IV or above SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Deakin College SEAS information and the Deakin College website Recent Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Successful completion of an Australia Year 12 (or equivalent). For example: - VCE (or interstate equivalent) Certificate (scored or unscored) - VCE VM Senior - IB Diploma - NZCEA - VET Certificate IV or above SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Deakin College SEAS information and the Deakin College website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. VTAC Personal Statement Applicants with work and life experience are encouraged to submit a personal statement. Visit our website to see what to include in your personal statement. Resume Applicants with work and life experience must submit a resume, including details of any paid, unpaid, voluntary, school based, full or part-time work and the contact details of one or two professional or personal referees to support your application. Visit our website for more information. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Deakin College SEAS information and the Deakin College website
Student profile
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Campuses & intake dates
- Melbourne Burwood CampusVIC