Bachelor of Health (Honours) (Biomedical Sciences)

Bachelor (Honours)

Expand and develop your knowledge as well as contribute to global research efforts within a specific area of Biomedical Science such as cancer research, infection control, or vaccine development.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor (Honours)

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Fees

$8,296 per year

About this course

Overview

Expand and develop your knowledge as well as contribute to global research efforts within a specific area of Biomedical Science such as cancer research, infection control, or vaccine development.
Learn advanced research skills and laboratory techniques and apply them to the area of the health sector you're most passionate about.
Under the guidance of our leading researchers, you will be responsible for planning and executing your own research project.

Further study

Once you've completed the Bachelor of Health (Honours) you can choose to embark on further study with UniSQ's Doctor of Philosophy.

Professional accreditation

You will be eligible to apply for membership to professional organisations, including the Australian Society for Microbiology, Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and the Australian Society for Medical Research.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Completion of an Australian bachelor degree, or equivalent, in health or a related discipline, with a minimum GPA of 5.0.
Applicants need both supervisory and honours committee approval prior to enrolment.

English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences

If you identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent you may be eligible to enter the Indigenous Higher Education (IHEPP) program.

Study locations

Toowoomba

Ipswich

Career pathways

Career outcomes

You will have a specialised understanding of a topic in your chosen field, which could lead to career opportunities in the medical research sector.
You will also acquire advanced research and technical skills which could lead to career opportunities in the health or research and development sectors.

Course structure

Degree structure

To complete this degree students must complete 8 units. Most courses (similar to 'subjects') are valued at 1 unit. To study full-time you would usually complete 4 units per semester.

Courses to be studied Units Core courses 7 1 x approved course 1 Total 8

Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns.

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How to apply

How to apply

Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.

Apply direct to UniSQ

The closing dates for applying directly to UniSQ are:

Semester 1, 2023 - applications close on 20 February and the Semester 1 study period commences on Monday 20 February, 2023.
Semester 2, 2023 - applications close on 10 July and the Semester 2 study period commences on Monday 10 July, 2023.

Further information

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