Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Biomedical science combines the fields of biology and medicine in order to focus on the health of humans. A biomedical science degree opens up career opportunities in biotechnology, the pharmaceutical industry, research centres, product development and technology, as well as a variety of postgraduate pathways within the health sector. Biomedical science is an interdisciplinary area of study and includes aspects of anatomy and developmental biology, biochemistry, cell biology, clinical medicine, epidemiology, genetics, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, pharmacology, preventive medicine and physiology. Electives allow you to design a specialised program around any of these areas, or you can choose units from other faculties to broaden your horizon. Whatever your choice, you will gain the skills you need to understand and investigate human biology and make a difference to human health in a wide variety of career paths. You may also progress to a research-based honours year where you could contribute to our world-renowned work such as treating bowel cancer or repairing damaged brains in babies.Very high achieving students can apply for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science scholars program. Biomedical Science scholars complete the same academic program as other students but also have access to a range of development opportunities.Whether or not you join the scholars program, this course is your invitation to join one of the largest and most successful medical research hubs in Australia and the world. Our multidisciplinary approach, presence in major hospitals and links to international researchers is making a difference to people's lives worldwide. As a graduate, you may find work in the hospital and medical sector, including in medical diagnostic laboratories, in secondary and tertiary teaching, in media and communications, and in the government sector in such areas as health promotion and health economics. You will also have access to our Professional Development Program and may apply for a short term industry placement through our Work Integrated Learning unit, BME2032 Biomedical industry based learning. If you are interested in the medicine program at Monash, undertaking the Bachelor of Biomedical Science will provide the best pathway option with at least 50 places being reserved in the course for Monash biomedical science graduates.[028805K]