Bachelor of Biomedical Science Degree

The Biomedical Science course at UB offers opportunities into the exciting world of biomedicine, genetics, human disease and health issues. The course is taught from the School of Science and Engineering and provides student the skills and knowledge to gain employment into this growth industry. Students will engage in practical exercises and work experience opportunities that ensure graduates have both theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for a diverse range of careers or further study.

Facilities

The University of Ballart is currently building a new Biomedical Teaching and Research Facility. These state of the art learning centres are designed to provide an environment conducive for interactive scholarship. The course is taught be suitably qualified staff with experience and research background in their teaching disciplines. Lectures and practical classes are small enough to allow close interaction and learning to occur.

New Biomedical Laboratory Facility being built

Career Opportunities

Completion of the course will provide the graduate with the skills to enter a vast range of health-related industries such as the following, but not limited to:

• Medical Research
• Medical laboratory technology
• Pharmaceutical/medical sales
• Genetic engineering
• Bioinformatics
• Health organisations
• Further studies in medicine and allied health

The course has been designed with Graduate Medicine as key career option. Content of the course is specifically designed to prepare students to sit the GMSAT (Graduate Medical School's Admission Test), via the thematically and problem-based approach to student learning. http://www.gamsat.acer.edu.au/

Most units will incorporate a mix of competency-based skills assessment and knowledge development. Although completion of the course does not automatically guarantee entry into a Graduate Medical School, it does offer many other career paths or options to the graduate. The new graduate medical program at Deakin University and other interstate universities will provide opportunities to further specialisation and studies. http://www.deakin.edu.au/hmnbs/medicine/introduction.php

As well as Medicine, Dentistry or Veterinary Science for those graduates that satisfy the selection criteria for a graduate program, this course will be of particular interest to students wishing to take advantage of the growing need for rural and regional medical and health practitioners.

Course Structure

Mode of Study is either Three Year Full Time
Or Part Time Equivalent

• The Bachelor of Biomedical Science consists of 360 credit points.
• Taught at the Mt Helen Campus (Ballarat).
• Total amount of time normally permitted to complete the course fulltime is 7 years, and part-time is 10 years.

Third Year Elective Experiences

Psychology
Introductory Psychology: Biological Bases, Consciousness and Behaviour (BHSS)
Introductory Psychology: Learning, Memory and Cognition (BSSH)

Sociology
Introduction to Social Inquiry (BSSH)
Sociology of Health (BSSH) OR Rural Australia (BSSH)

Clinical
Health: Definitions, Determinants, Measurement and Risk (Nursing)
Health: Assessment

Information technology
Network Protocols and Services (ITMS)
Network Security (ITMS)

Biomedical
Calculus & Biomedical Physics OR Occupational Health and Safety (S&E)
Biomedical Engineering or Nutrition and Metabolism

Prerequisites

Units 3 and 4 and a study score of at least 20 in English (any), mathematics (any) and in one of biology, chemistry or physics (as quoted from the VTAC Guide).

Entry Requirements

• Successful completion of the VCE.
• Preference will be given to applicants that have studied mathematics (including calculus) and sciences.
• Applicants that anticipate achieving a HIGH enter score should still apply.
• Interstate or overseas equivalent to VCE or Mature Age entry is also available.
• Enter score for 2008 was 76.4
• Level of Study: Undergraduate Degree

Extra Requirements

Non-year 12 applicants who have not completed a Year 12 or TAFE course of study in the previous three years should include details of a mathematical proficiency on the VTAC Pi form.

Applicants required to attend an interview will be notified of the arrangement by telephone or mail.

Application Information

Current Year 12 Student and Non-year 12 Applicant: apply via VTAC.

Midyear applicants and current University of Ballarat students wishing to transfer to another UB course are required to complete the Direct Application for Admission (Internal Transfer) Form.

For further information please contact Student Recruitment on 1800 811 711.

The Biomedical Administration Officer, Stacey Dubberley, can also be contacted at the Science and Engineering department at the Mt Helen Campus for specific course content or information on Ph: 03 5327 6111 or on s.dubberley@ballarat.edu.au Or the Science and Engineering School Administration Officer, Sharyn Crawford on Ph: 03 5237 9489 or s.crawford@ballarat.edu.au

Fees

This is a Commonwealth supported course and is subject to HECS. For further information regarding fees please visit: www.ballarat.edu.au/fees

International Students

The above information may not apply to international students.

For further information contact International Education on

Tel: +61 3 53 27 9018
Fax: +61 3 53 27 9017
OR refer to
www.ballarat.edu.au/international