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Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) Edith Cowan University
Introduction
Provides the knowledge, skills and attributes required to prepare graduates for the field of biomedical science.
The course covers the theory, practical experience and knowledge necessary for graduates to gain employment in the biomedical professions.
Included in the course are studies in anatomy, physiology, microbiology, immunology, pharmacology and biomedical ethics. Graduates can continue on to specialise in one of these laboratory disciplines: medical microbiology, clinical chemistry, transfusion science, haematology, histopathology, cytology, virology, immunology, medicine.
Majors you can study in this course
- Applied Chemistry
- Data Science
- Forensic Science
- Human Biology
- Human Genetics
Admissions
Curriculum
Course Details
Semester availability
- Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup
- Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup
Course Structure
Students are required to complete all 16 core units. In addition to this students should select either an 8-unit supporting major or a 6-unit minor plus 2 elective units. Major, minor and elective choices should be discussed with the course coordinator.
Year 1 - Semester 1
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| SCH1101 | Cultural Studies | 15 |
| MHS1101 | Anatomy and Physiology 1 | 15 |
| Select 1 unit from: | ||
| MAT1114 ^ | Introductory Statistics | 15 |
| SCC1123 ^ | Chemistry for the Life Sciences | 15 |
| Note: Students with no Chemistry or Chemistry ATAR less than 50 must take additional Chemistry and enrol in SCC1123. Students with Chemistry ATAR of 50 or greater are advised to take MAT1114. | ||
| Unit from Major/Minor/Elective | 15 |
Year 1 - Semester 2
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| SCH1104 | Introduction to Pathophysiology | 15 |
| SCC1226 | Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry | 15 |
| MHS1102 | Anatomy and Physiology 2 | 15 |
| Unit from Major/Minor/Elective | 15 |
Year 2 - Semester 1
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| SCH2235 | Applied Microbiology | 15 |
| SCH1111 | Fundamental Biomedical Techniques | 15 |
| Select 1 unit from: | ||
| HST2122 ^ | Health Research Methodology | 15 |
| SCH2232 ^ | Medical Biochemistry | 15 |
| Unit from Major/Minor/Elective | 15 |
Year 2 - Semester 2
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| SCH2111 | Applied Physiology | 15 |
| Select 2 units from: | ||
| SCH2141 ^ | Advanced Biomedical Techniques | 15 |
| MMS2103 ^ | Clinical Biochemistry | 15 |
| MMS2102 ^ | Medical Microbiology | 15 |
| Unit from Major/Minor/Elective | 15 |
Year 3 - Semester 1
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| Select 2 units from: | ||
| SCH3227 ^ | The Biology of Human Disease | 15 |
| MMS3101 ^ | Evolutionary Perspectives on Health and Disease | 15 |
| SCH3145 ^ | Biomedical Ethics | 15 |
| HST3501 ^ | Health Research Project | 15 |
| Unit from Major/Minor/Elective | x 2 | 30 |
Year 3 - Semester 2
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| Select 2 units from: | ||
| SCH3239 ^ | Human Immunology | 15 |
| SCH3244 ^ | Developmental Biology | 15 |
| SCH3434 ^ | Human Reproduction, Development and Ageing | 15 |
| Unit from Major/Minor/Elective | x 2 | 30 |
^ Core Option
Program Outcome
Course Learning Outcomes
- Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical biomedical situations.
- Communicate disciplinary knowledge and values in professional and public contexts.
- Demonstrate a global outlook with respect for cultural diversity, including Indigenous cultural competence.
- Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning and professional practice.
- Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate discipline-specific solutions/responses.
- Think critically to analyse, interpret and conceptualise complex biomedical problems.
- Use digital technologies and literacies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources.
- Work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative to implement social, sustainable, and ethical values.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Biomedical science is a continually changing, dynamic profession with long-term career prospects, including management, research, education and specialised laboratory work.
Possible future job titles
Audiology, Biochemistry Technician, Haematology Technician, Histology Technician, Laboratory Manager, Laboratory Technician, Medical Researcher, Microbiology Technician, Biomedical Technician, Publishers Representative.