B-BIOMED v.1 Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences
BBiomed(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 102738J
Registered full-time Duration:
3 Years
Course Overview
Bachelor Degrees prepare students to develop broad and coherent knowledge and skills in a discipline for professional work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 7 qualifications.
The Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (B-BIOMED) is a highly flexible degree that will allow you to tailor your studies and pursue your interest in the biology of human health and disease. In first year, you will complete foundation studies in areas of biomedical science including human biology, genetics, cell biology, microbiology, and immunology. In second and third year, you can major in: Human Biomedicine, the application of biological and physiological principles to clinical practice; Molecular Genetics, in which you will learn about new advances in genetics and genomics, and how these can be applied to improve health outcomes; or Pharmacology, in which you will gain an in-depth understanding of pharmacological principles, essential to the safe and effective development and application of medicines aimed to prevent or treat disease. You may also undertake a second major, or choose one or more specialisations in Human Pathology, Immunology and Cell Biology, Microbiology, Human Genetics and Genomics, and Pharmacology. Additional option units allow you to explore your interest in areas such as Reproductive Technologies, Bioinformatics, Forensics, Psychology, and more. You are also able to complete specialisations in others disciplines such as Corporate Governance, Professional Writing, or Digital and Social Media. The choice is yours! Throughout this course, you will gain valuable hands-on experience in our high-quality laboratories using cutting-edge technology that will prepare you for a variety of careers or further study in clinical health services, biomedical research, or drug discovery and development.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials. Students may require a laboratory coat.
Course Entry and Completion Details
Applicants for a Bachelor Degree are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://study.curtin.edu.au/ and include flexible entry pathways. All Curtin courses have compulsory and other core capabilities that are essential for demonstrating the achievement of course learning outcomes and graduation. Students who are unable to meet or demonstrate those requirements, now or in later stages during their studies, may seek reasonable adjustments by the University wherever possible to facilitate alternative ways of achieving those requirements. If reasonable adjustments cannot be accommodated, Curtin will discuss study options to find an alternative course of study or an exit degree. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.
The minimum ATAR for the Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (B-BIOMED) is 70. Essential Prerequisites - Mathematics Applications ATAR; Desirable - Chemistry ATAR and Human Biology ATAR or Biology ATAR STAT: WE and either V or Q Applicants with relevant TAFE qualifications are encouraged to contact the School to discuss entry qualification and any Credit for Recognised Learning.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm
Pathway to Further Study
Graduates may qualify for entry to a Bachelor Degree with Honours and some Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas and Master degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au.
Course Switching Criteria
To switch into this course you need to have completed at least 100 credits with a Course Weighted Average (CWA) of 50% or higher, have an academic status of Good Standing, and have met the pre-requisite. Students who have not completed Mathematics Applications ATAR must complete Introductory Mathematics (MATH1013). Students in the UniReady enabling program must complete the program with a course weighted average (CWA) of 50% or higher and must complete MATH0014 Mathematics for Science. BIOL0001 Introduction to Health Sciences or CHEM0006 Chemistry Essentials are desirable units but not essential. Higher education course switcher criteria: Our admission criteria for minimum entry applies to other higher education course switchers. For information on how to meet Curtin's minimum entry requirements, please see our admission criteria web page.
Course Organisation
Bachelor Degrees typically contain a series of units which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences. They may contain a range of majors, streams and/or minors/specialisations for students to choose from to pursue learning in a specialised area of study. Students can take no more than 250 credit points of first year level units.
In first year, students complete foundation studies in multiple biomedical science disciplines. In second and third year, students major in at least one of Human Biomedicine, Molecular Genetics, or Pharmacology. Students may undertake a second major, or choose one or two specialisation(s). Specialisations include Human Pathology, Immunology and Cell Biology, Microbiology, Human Genetics and Genomics, and Pharmacology. Alternatively, option units allow you to explore your interest in Reproductive Technologies, Bioinformatics, Forensics, Psychology, and more. Students can also complete specialisations in others disciplines such as Corporate Governance, Professional Writing, or Digital and Social Media.
Course Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply skills, concepts, and principles of scientific investigation in the biomedical sciences
2. propose innovative, evidence-based solutions to contemporary problems in the biomedical sciences
3. effectively access and communicate biomedical science concepts using a variety of media
4. maintain intellectual curiosity and knowledge to contribute to the global scientific community
5. demonstrate cultural competency through scientific practice that considers cultural diversity and ways of working that are respectful and responsible
6. demonstrate initiative, leadership, and ethical practice when working independently and collaboratively, to a standard expected by industry and the community
Duration and Availability
This course is three years full-time or equivalent part-time study.
Location and delivery Mode
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2022 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 1 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| MEDI1000 | v.1 | Foundations of Biomedical Science | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| BIOL1004 | v.1 | Foundations of Bioscience Practice | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| CHEM1007 | v.1 | Fundamental Chemistry for Biosciences | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| HUMB1000 | v.1 | Human Structure and Function | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| EPID1000 | v.1 | Foundations of Biostatistics and Epidemiology | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| INDH1006 | v.1 | Indigenous Cultures and Health Behaviours | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| HUMB1001 | v.1 | Integrated Systems Anatomy and Physiology | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| GENE1000 | v.1 | Molecular Genetics and Cell Biology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 | |||||
| MJRU-HUMBM | v.1 | Human Biomedicine Major | 200.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRU-MOLGN | v.1 | Molecular Genetics Major | 200.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRU-PHCOL | v.1 | Pharmacology Major | 200.0 | ||
| SELECT OPTIONS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 200.0 | ||||
| 400.0 | |||||
| Options to Select from in Year 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| SPUC-HUMGN | v.1 | Human Genetics and Genomics Specialisation | 100.0 | ||
| SPUC-HUMPT | v.1 | Human Pathology Specialisation | 100.0 | ||
| SPUC-ICBIO | v.1 | Immunology and Cell Biology Specialisation | 100.0 | ||
| SPUC-MICRO | v.1 | Microbiology Specialisation | 100.0 | ||
| SPUC-PHCOL | v.1 | Pharmacology Specialisation | 100.0 | ||
| FORS2000 | v.1 | Forensic Trace Evidence | 2.5 | 25.0 | |
| BCCB2000 | v.1 | Foundations of Biochemistry | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| PHRM2005 | v.1 | Foundations in Pharmacology | 4.5 | 25.0 | |
| PATH2000 | v.1 | Foundations of Histopathology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| BCCB2004 | v.1 | Foundations of Cell Biology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| MEDI2009 | v.1 | Investigations in Infectious Microbiology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| PSYC1000 | v.1 | Introduction to Psychology | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| HUMB2013 | v.1 | Trunk Anatomy and Embryology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| MEDI2010 | v.1 | Molecular Cytogenetics and Diagnostics | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| HUMB2014 | v.1 | Vital Physiology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| MEDI2000 | v.1 | Foundations of Immunobiology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| BIOL2001 | v.1 | Introduction to Bioinformatics | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| HUMB2011 | v.1 | Limb Anatomy and Biomechanics | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| CHEM1006 | v.1 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| PHRM2006 | v.1 | Pharmacology Principles | 4.5 | 25.0 | |
| HUMB2012 | v.1 | Physiological Processes | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| GENE2001 | v.1 | Population Genetics and Molecular Evolution | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| MICB2001 | v.1 | Translational Microbiology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| BIOL3009 | v.1 | Advanced Molecular Techniques | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SCWK2001 | v.1 | Citizenship, Culture and Diversity | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| PHAR2000 | v.2 | Foundations of Pharmaceutics | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| MEDI3016 | v.1 | Frontiers in Immunology | 4.5 | 25.0 | |
| GENE3000 | v.1 | Genetic Engineering | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| ECEV3004 | v.1 | Human Evolution | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| GENE3002 | v.1 | Human Genetic Disease | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MEDI3017 | v.1 | Medical Pathophysiology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| MICB3000 | v.1 | Molecular Virology | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| HUMB3009 | v.1 | Neuroanatomy | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| IMED3009 | v.1 | Pharmacology of Antimicrobial Agents | 3.5 | 25.0 | |
| BIOL2004 | v.1 | Research Skills for Biomedical Sciences | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| IMED3010 | v.1 | Systems Pharmacology | 4.5 | 25.0 | |
| BIOL3008 | v.1 | Advanced Bioinformatics | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| MICB3001 | v.1 | Advanced Molecular Microbiology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| PHRM3005 | v.1 | Advanced Pharmacokinetics and Drug Bioanalysis | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| IMED3008 | v.1 | Advanced Pharmacology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| HUMB3007 | v.1 | Applied Anatomical Practice | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| BIOL3010 | v.1 | Biosciences Research Project | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| HUMB3008 | v.1 | Clinical Neurophysiology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| FORS3001 | v.1 | Forensic Case Studies | 2.5 | 25.0 | |
| BCCB3001 | v.1 | Frontiers in Cell Biology | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| MEDS3005 | v.1 | Human Reproductive Science | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| HUMB3003 | v.1 | Neuroscience | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| PHAR2001 | v.2 | Pharmaceutical Formulation | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| HUMB3010 | v.1 | Physiology in Extreme Conditions | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| BIOL3011 | v.1 | Protein Structure and Interactions | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| BIOL3002 | v.1 | Understanding Biotechnology | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MJRU-HUMBM | v.1 | Human Biomedicine Major | 200.0 | ||
| MJRU-MOLGN | v.1 | Molecular Genetics Major | 200.0 | ||
| MJRU-PHCOL | v.1 | Pharmacology Major | 200.0 | ||
| SPUC-CORPG | v.1 | Corporate Governance Specialisation | 100.0 | ||
| SPUC-DIGSM | v.1 | Digital and Social Media Specialisation | 100.0 | ||
* Students taking MJRU-MOLGN may choose any of the specialisation (internal) except for SPUC-HUMGN
Further Information
If you need more course information, you may contact the relevant areas: For Current Students: Student Services Office, please click here for further details: https://askcurtinfaq.custhelp.com/app/contact. For Domestic Future Students: Future Students Centre, email: futurestudents@exhange.curtin.edu.au Tel: +61-8-9266 1000. For International Future Students: Curtin International, email: international@curtin.edu.au Tel: +61-8-9266 7331. For the Graduate Research School, please click here for further details: https://research.curtin.edu.au/postgraduate/graduate-research-school/
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