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Bachelor of Medical Science (660AA.6)
Please note these are the 2021 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| 60 | On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
3.0 years |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Science and Technology | Academic Program Area - Science |
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| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
3.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Science and Technology | Academic Program Area - Science |
046613B | |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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View requirements | ||
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
Find your perfect solution with a career in medical science
If your career goal is to gain employment in a biological or medical research laboratory, or perhaps a government regulatory laboratory, then studying the Bachelor of Medical Science is ideal. Providing a focused grounding on the interactions between chemical and biological science, as well as key disciplines in medical science, you’ll become experienced and proficient in medical science laboratory skills, specifically those used in research laboratories.
You’ll flourish under the guidance of UC’s expert teaching staff, who all have extensive experience in medical and biomedical research and are members of UC’s prestigious Centre for Research in Therapeutic Solutions. Highly practical and alive with Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities, you’ll graduate with a confident knowledge of the workings of a laboratory and the necessary skills to secure your first employment role in medical science. Or if further study is your planned next step, the course is the perfect pathway for entry into postgraduate medicine or other allied health specialties.
Study a Bachelor of Medical Science at UC and you will:
- gain a breadth of medical laboratory expertise
- become proficient in the laboratory environment
- cultivate a background in chemical and biological sciences and their interaction
- become equipped with the skills required to work in a regional laboratory environment or as a specialist in a specific discipline.
Work Integrated Learning
WIL is embedded in this course and you’ll undertake a range of practical activities designed to prepare you for a sustainable career in medical science, such as exposure to entrepreneurship in science and pitching ideas for funding and patenting, guest lectures by esteemed industry professionals and work placements in an area of medical science of particular interest to you.
Previous students have undertaken internships with pathology laboratories, federal and ACT government regulatory departments, pharmacies, biotech start-ups, technical support laboratories, companies within the university sector, and bodies including the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR), Food Standards Australia New Zealand, Therapeutic Goods Administration, ACT Health and Allied Health Research.
You’ll also have the opportunity to take part in collaborative work where you’ll team up with one of the research activity academics at UC’s Centre for Research in Therapeutic Solutions, or another approved professional institution, to develop a research project and report on its outcomes.
If you’d like to study overseas, summer or winter term internships to a host of international destinations can be applied for, as well as a faculty-led Medical Sciences program in China.
Career opportunities
- Biotechnologist
- Medical scientist
- Cardiac technologist
- Laboratory technician
- Pathology technician
- Research scientist
- Research officer
- Science educator
Course-specific information
High-achieving students may be eligible to enrol in the Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours) course to develop a deeper understanding of, or extend their career in, medical research.
Students interested in pursuing careers in medicine, physiotherapy, pharmacy or science education will need to complete further study for accreditation in these fields.
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification
We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry
Assumed knowledge
ACT: Chemistry (T) and Mathematics (T) majors. NSW: Chemistry and Mathematics.
Periods course is open for new admissions
This course is not open for new admissions.
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Bachelor of Medical Science (660AA) | 72 credit points
- The unit code for Regional Anatomy and Physiology changed in 2015 and only the newer code is available for enrolment.
Clinical Chemistry 2 (8072) | 3 credit points — Level 3
- 9632 Research Project in Applied Science has replaced 3238. Students who have previously completed 3238 may still count it towards course completion.
- Unit 6520 has been replaced by 8783 from Semester 1 2017. Students who have completed this unit prior to Semester 1, 2017 may have it counted towards course completion.
- Unit Levels: In selecting electives students should note that no more than 30 credit points at Level 1 is permitted for the entire course.
Note:- Must pass 9 credit points from anywhere in the University.
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - Canberra, Bruce
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Semester 1
Course duration
Standard six semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| To provide an understanding of the social context of professional employment and the responsibilities that entails | Generic Skills: Professionalism and Social Responsibility: Graduates are expected to: a. act responsibly, ethically and with integrity in the context of their profession and their obligations to society; b. appreciate the social and cultural context of their profession; c. work towards improvement in society; d. understand economic, political, social, and environmental systems with an international perspective; e. act in environmentally sustainable ways; and f. accept service to the community as the primary purpose for professional life. AQF: Application of knowledge and skills |
| To provide a background in chemical and biological sciences and their interaction and the knowledge and skills to keep this knowledge current throughout a professional career | Graduates will be able to anticipate and define new problems; and identify and resolve new problems in new fields. Generic Skills: Problem Solving: have an understanding of how to apply their knowledge and abilities to many different contexts and fields; Professionalism and Social Responsibility: possess self-knowledge and the ability to assess their own performance critically and accurately; Personal Attributes: Graduates are expected to: a. be independent self-directed learners with the capacity and motivation for lifelong learning; and b. be aware of how they best learn. AQF: Knowledge and Application of knowledge and skills |
| To provide the communication and background to prepare graduates for employment in a range of science-based fields and for them to contribute to the workplace | Generic Skills: Communication: Graduates are expected to be able to: a) express knowledge, ideas and opinions in their professional field, both orally and in written form, with confidence and clarity; b) present arguments and ideas effectively; c) actively listen and respond to the ideas of other people; d) negotiate effectively; e) create and present new ideas, and f) be able to function in a multi-cultural or global environment. Analysis and Inquiry: Graduates are expected to: a. demonstrate entrepreneurial skills including creativity, initiative, adaptability, leadership, resourcefulness; and b. have the ability to initiate new ideas, implement decisions and cope with uncertainty. Working Independently and with Others: Graduates are expected to be able to: a. work with others as part of a group; b. take responsibility for carrying out agreed tasks; c. be aware of the different roles and responsibilities of group members; d. evaluate group performance; e. take initiative and demonstrate leadership; and f. respect the rights of others irrespective of their cultural background, race or gender. Personal Attributes: Graduates are expected to: a. be independent thinkers and agents for change; b. have confidence to challenge existing ideas; c. show commitment to ongoing self-development; d. value and respect differing views; e. be confident in themselves and their own skills and knowledge. AQF: Skills |
Majors
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Medical Science | B MedSc |
Honours
Honours degrees are available for students seeking deeper understanding and seeking extended careers in medical research fields.
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
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| Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
| Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
| Current and Commencing Students | Please contact the University Student Centre by Email student.centre@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1300 301 727 |
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