Biomedical Science at Deakin covers the science underpinning medical applications, from basic biology to specific disease processes to provide you with a thorough understanding of human biology and health, with an emphasis on causes, diagnosis and treatment of disease at the molecular, cellular and system levels.
The Bachelor of Biomedical Science is a flexible and topical program, and our multidisciplinary approach enables you to learn about your chosen field of study from both scientific and health perspectives.
Throughout the course you’ll gain relevant and wide-ranging practical experience in the laboratory to ensure you graduate with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required across a diverse range of careers.
You also have the opportunity to participate in a global science placement overseas and to apply for an Industry-Based Learning placement. Placement opportunities enable you to apply knowledge gained in your course, experience workplace culture and practices, explore career options, and develop a professional network before you graduate.
Units in the course may include assessment hurdle requirements.
Career opportunities
As a graduate of Deakin's Bachelor of Biomedical Science you will be able to enter a vast range of health-related industries including medical research, genetic engineering, the pharmaceutical industry, pharmaceutical/medical sales and laboratory technology. You can also advance to honours or postgraduate studies, either in more specialised areas of biomedical science (which will enhance your professional development as a scientist), or in other disciplines (which will complement your scientific training and broaden your career opportunities).
Course rules
To complete the Bachelor of Biomedical Science, students must attain 24 credit points. Most units (think of units as ‘subjects’) are equal to 1 credit point. So that means in order to gain 24 credit points, you’ll need to study 24 units (AKA ‘subjects’) over your entire degree. Most students choose to study 4 units per trimester, and usually undertake two trimesters each year.
The course comprises a total of 24 credit points, which must include the following:
15 credit points of core units (which includes a compulsory professional practice unit at level 3);
At least one 6 credit point approved major sequence from the list below;
Completion of SLE010 Laboratory and Fieldwork Safety Induction Program (0 credit points);
Completion of STP010 Introduction to Work Placements (0 credit-point compulsory unit);
Level 1 – up to 10 credit points;
Level 3 - at least 6 credit points (at least 4 must be Science course grouped).
Major sequences
Refer to the details of each major sequence for availability.
Students must complete one of the following major sequences:
# Must have successfully completed STP010 Introduction to Work Placements (0 credit point unit)
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Electives
Select from a range of electives offered across many courses. In some cases you may even be able to choose elective units from a completely different discipline area (subject to meeting unit requirements).
Details of major sequences
Pharmaceutical Science
Campuses
Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Unit set code
MJ-S000082
Overview
This major is recommended to students who have a strong interest in chemistry, in particular the chemistry of life, drug action, drug design and drug discovery.
This major will enable students to acquire an advanced understanding of chemical, physiological and genetic processes that determine health and disease at the molecular level. In addition, technical skills relevant for biomedical research will be obtained.
Medical Biotechnology uses cells and cell materials to produce pharmaceutical and diagnostic products that help treat and prevent human diseases. This major provides students with a sound understanding of the core sciences underpinning biotechnology for medical advancement.
The Infection and Immunity Major will explore development and disease at a cellular level, investigate key concepts of immunity and blood cells, and introduce the world of genomics and proteomics. Students will also gain a sound understanding of the key concepts and techniques underpinning clinically-relevant microorganisms and their control.
With a focus on healthy environments and healthy people, this major is recommended for students interested in working in public health policy, environmental health and related areas.
