UndergraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Bachelor of Medical Science
UNSW Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
About this program
UNSW's Bachelor of Medical Science, jointly offered by the Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of Science, provides the scientific foundation underpinning medical practice, covering cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, anatomy and physiology, pathology, microbiology and pharmacology, with further study available in genetics, embryology, immunology and neuroscience. The three-year degree serves as both a foundation for biomedical research careers and an appropriate first degree for students planning to enter graduate medical or paramedical programs after finishing. Exceptional students can progress into an Honours program, and a limited number of high performers may gain entry to UNSW's Medicine program with advanced standing, provided they complete all compulsory courses by the end of Stage 2. It suits students aiming for graduate-entry medicine, biomedical research careers, or other health science pathways who want a rigorous science foundation before specialising further.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
Students must complete 144 UOC when taken as a standalone program. 120 UOC Medical Science courses : - 90 UOC of core courses across Stages 1 and 2. - 6 UOC Science elective taken in Stage 1. - 24 UOC of Directed Electives in Stage 3. The Stage 3 electives can be used to complete an optional major. 12 UOC Free Electives . These courses can be taken from any Faculty of the University. It is recommended that Free Electives are taken in Stage 3. 12 UOC General Education courses . These courses cannot be Science or Medicine courses. Please see the rules regarding General Education below. It is recommended that General Education courses are taken in Stage 3. Please click the Sample Programs link below to view a typical enrolment pattern for this program
Career & PR pathway
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Admissions
UNSW Students may be granted Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) which may or may not reduce the amount of learning required to achieve a degree at UNSW. Generally, RPL is only granted based on the completion of tertiary-level studies, but in exceptional circumstances may also include non-formal or informal learning such as professional experience. RPL will not be granted based on partly completed tertiary courses. All applications for RPL at UNSW are subject to UNSW Recognition of Prior Learning (Coursework Programs) Policy and Procedures. Students seeking credit for courses completed at another university are required to submit documentary evidence (course outlines, academic transcripts) to support their application, and to nominate the course(s) for which they seek credit. In addition, the following conditions apply for all UNSW Science programs (including the Science component of...
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