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Universities Australia Australian Catholic University Courses Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Bachelor of Biomedical Science
at Australian Catholic University

Sydney, Australia

Tuition Fee AU$ 25,064
Country Rank#28
Duration36 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5 TOEFL: 79

Program Overview

Find the human body fascinating? Study a Bachelor of Biomedical Science at ACU and you’ll learn about the cause, nature, progression, and consequences of diseases, understand how they are diagnosed, and explore research aimed at their prevention and treatment. You'll also gain laboratory experience in areas such as chemistry, biochemistry, cell biology, anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, genetics, microbiology and immunology. You will have the opportunity to complete a major in physiological pharmacology or a minor in pharmacology by enrolling in this degree.

Course Content
Core Modules
- Cells and Tissues - the Fabric of Life
- Pharmacology 1
- Human Genetics
- Exploring Problems and Ethical Issues in Human Health
- Introductory Biostatistics
- Numerical Reasoning
- Introduction to Neuroscience
- Microbiology and Immunology
- Industry Immersion 1
- Foundations of Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Physical and Organic Chemistry
- Community Engagement
- Human Biology 1
- Human Biology 2
- Pathophysiology
- Communicating Ideas in Science
- Research Design and Ethics
- Cells and Tissues - the Fabric of Life
- Pharmacology 1
- Human Genetics
- Exploring Problems and Ethical Issues in Human Health
- Introductory Biostatistics
- Numerical Reasoning
- Microbiology and Immunology
- Industry Immersion 1
- Foundations of Chemistry
- Physical and Organic Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Community Engagement
- Communicating Ideas in Science
- Research Design and Ethics
Entry Requirement
If you’re currently completing Year 12 you may be eligible for adjustment factors that can boost your rank and help you get into your desired course.

Adjustment factors may be applied to your TAC application if you study particular subjects, attend schools geographically close to our campuses or in certain regional areas, apply as an elite athlete or performer or meet certain other criteria.

Applicants require an academic IELTS minimum overall score of 6.5 (with a minimum score of 6.0 in all bands).
Fees & Scholarships
- Unit fee: $3133
- Average first year fee: $25064
- Estimate total cost: $75192
The Tuition fees quoted above are for commencing students in the current year who undertake a normal full-time load. The Unit Fee is based on a 10cp unit. Fees are reviewed annually.

Tuition fees for continuing students may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). Students who continue to study beyond the minimum duration will have the relevant annual commencing rate applied to their fees for subsequent study periods.
Career Prospect
The course prepares graduates for work as:
- research scientists
- pharmaceutical scientists
- clinical trial coordinators
- clinical trials researchers
- scientific journalists and writers
- technical officers or laboratory assistants
Graduates have pursued careers in:
- pharmaceutical and medical technology industries
- health regulation
- health education
- patient advocacy
- consumer health program development
- hospitals and public health
- science communication
- academic research
- medical marketing and sales

Cost Of Studying At Australian Catholic University

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

Loans Sanctioned

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Bachelor of Biomedical Science at Australian Catholic University