UndergraduateBiology & Life Sciences
Bachelor of Medical Science
University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia
About this program
The University of Canberra's Bachelor of Medical Science is a three-year degree built around two majors, pathological basis of disease and genetic basis of disease, covering anatomy, physiology, disease mechanisms, genetics, genomics and bioinformatics, with laboratory-based professional practice units and the option of a supervised research project.
It is a common preparation for graduate-entry medicine via the GAMSAT, as well as for research careers and an honours year. Entry is a selection rank of about 60 with assumed knowledge in biology, chemistry and mathematical methods. It suits students aiming at medical research or postgraduate medicine, or who want a strong grounding in human health and disease before deciding.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
Study plan in 6 parts
Year 1, Semester 1
4 units- 11722Biological Concepts
- 11725Contextual Physics with Mathematics
- 11718Professional Orientation (Science)
- 9808Regional Anatomy and Physiology
Year 1, Semester 2
4 units- 11724Chemical Concepts
- 11723Data Analysis Skills for Science
- 11732Foundations of Inheritance, Diversity and Evolution
- 6529Systemic Anatomy and Physiology
Year 2, Semester 1
4 units- 11733Fundamentals of Biochemistry
- 11726Integrated Physiology
- 11372Introduction to Data Science
- 11727Mechanisms of Disease
Year 2, Semester 2
4 units- 11736Genetics and Genomics
- 11730Infectious Diseases
- 11719Professional Practice 1 (Science)
- 11728Therapeutic Chemistry
Year 3, Semester 1
4 units- 11737Advanced Genetics and Genomics
- 11735Bioinformatics
- 11731Genetic, Metabolic and Autoimmune Diseases
- 11720Professional Practice 2 (Science)
Year 3, Semester 2
4 units- 11738Advances in Research in Health and Medicine
- 11734Biochemistry and Metabolism
- 11729Excitable Tissue Physiology
- 11721Professional Evidence (Science)
Admissions
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.
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