Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) B.Sc(BioS)

2009

Program Outline

This program allows students to specialise in scientific areas related to the normal function or the diseases of the human body, and is aimed at developing highly qualified graduates with the knowledge and experience appropriate for commencing a career in medical research. At the first year level, students develop a foundation in science which provides a base for the more advanced biomedical studies in the later years of the program. Both the second and third year levels have a strong research component, with students participating in structured research projects in the disciplines of physiology, microbiology, immunology and virology, or genetics. In parallel with the core biomedical courses, students choose other courses, which provide a broad biomedical background including anatomy, biochemistry and chemistry.

Admission Information

Admissions information for domestic and international students.

Domestic

Selection criteria:	Year 12 applicants 2008 Commonwealth-supported TER: 83.4 You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent (48 units) university study. You must have gained a 'Recorded Achievement' in four SACE Stage 2 HESS (Higher Education Selection Subjects) General subjects (or interstate/International Baccalaureate equivalents). For a full list of SACE subjects and their HESS status please refer to the SATAC Tertiary Entrance Booklet. You compete for a place with your Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER). Applicants who have studied Chemistry 1 and/or Molecular and Cell Biology 1 at the University of Adelaide (or equivalent) must have achieved at least a credit grade average for these courses. Higher Education applicants You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent university study. Applicants who have studied Chemistry 1 and/or Molecular and Cell Biology 1 at the University of Adelaide (or equivalent) must have achieved at least a credit grade average for these courses. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You are ranked on the basis of your best GPA. Special Entry applicants You must meet the following criteria: you must be 21 years or over on January 1st of the year that you will be studying*, you must not hold a completed higher education level award, and if you have been enrolled in a course leading to a higher education level award in the last 3 years, you must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is not weighted between verbal and quantitative components. Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements may also contribute to your rank. If you submit a PC or EE statement, and one of these ranks higher than your STAT score, then the highest ranking statement will contribute 50% to your overall rank and the STAT will contribute the remaining 50%. If you do not submit a PC or EE statement, or if the statements have a lower rank than the STAT, then you will compete for a place on the basis of your STAT result only. *The age restriction is 19 years or over if you have completed either the Flinders Foundation course or the UniSA Foundation Studies program or the UniSA Program for Adult Learners. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
Additional entry requirements:	Note: applicants who have studied Chemistry 1 and/or Molecular and Cell Biology 1 at the University of Adelaide (or equivalent) must have achieved at least a credit grade average for these courses.
Prerequisites:	SACE Stage 2: Chemistry plus one of Physics, Mathematical Studies, Specialist Mathematics, Mathematical Methods, Biology, Geology, Psychology IB: Chemistry (SL grade 5/HL grade 4) and one other Science subject (SL grade 5/HL grade 4) or Mathematics (SL grade 5/HL grade 3)
Assumed knowledge:	SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Studies, Physics
How to apply:	SATAC Code: 314091 Apply through SATAC SATAC application dates Application and Admission
Mid-year entry?	Subject to availability
Annual tuition fees:	Commonwealth-supported place: $4,162
General enquiries:	Student Centre

International

Selection criteria:	IELTS Total Reading Listening Speaking Writing 6 5.5 5.5 6 6 International TER 80
Prerequisites:	Chemistry and one other Science subject chosen from Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Geology or Psychology.
Assumed knowledge:	Mathematics and Physics an advantage
How to apply:	Application information for international students Important application deadlines for international students
Mid-year entry?	No
Annual tuition fees:	International student place: $22,000
General enquiries:	Student Centre

Study Plans

The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Please note that this program is under review and the courses listed at levels II and III are indicative only. Level I
Semester 1 (core courses) BIOLOGY 1101 Biology I: Molecules, Genes & Cells Plus one of the following CHEM 1100: Chemistry IA CHEM 1101: Foundations of Chemistry IA Semester 2 (core courses) BIOLOGY 1201: Biology I: Human Perspectives Plus one of the following CHEM 1200: Chemistry IB CHEM 1201: Foundations in Chemistry IB Plus Level 1 science electives
Level II
Passes in the following core courses to the value of 6 units: GENETICS 2511: Genetics IIA (Biomedical Science)   AND GENETICS 2522: Genetics IIB (Biomedical Science) OR MICRO 2502: Microbiology II (Biomedical Science)   AND MICRO 2503: Immunology & Virology II (Biomedical Science) OR PHYSIOL 2512: Human Physiology IIA (Biomedical Science)   AND PHYSIOL 2522: Human Physiology IIB (Biomedical Science) Passes in a selection of the following courses to the value of 6 units: ANAT SC 2500: Cells & Tissues II   AND ANAT SC 2501: Comparative Anatomy of Body Systems II OR BIOCHEM 2500: Biochemistry II: Molecular and Cell Biology   AND BIOCHEM 2501: Biochemistry II: Metabolism OR GENETICS 2510: Genetics IIA: Foundations of Genetics   AND GENETICS 2520: Genetics IIB: Function & Diversity of Genomes OR MICRO 2500: Microbiology II   AND MICRO 2501: Immunology & Virology II OR PHYSIOL 2510: Human Physiology IIA: Heart, Lungs and Circulation  AND PHYSIOL 2520: Human Physiology IIB: Homeostasis and Nervous System Plus additional Level 2 electives chosen with Program Coordinator approval.
Level III
Courses to the value of 12 units chosen from the following list. This will constitute a major in Biomedical Science. GENETICS 3111: Genes, Genomes & Molecular Evolution   AND GENETICS 3212: Gene Expression and Human & Developmental Genetics (Biomedical Science) OR MICRO 3102: Infection & Immunity A (Biomedical Science)   AND MICRO 3202: Infection & Immunity B (Biomedical Science) OR PHYSIOL 3102: Human Physiology IIIA (Biomedical Science)   AND PHYSIOL 3202: Human Physiology IIIB (Biomedical Science)  Plus additional Level 3 electives * Courses chosen must be selected from areas in Anatomical Science, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Clinical & Experimental Pharmacology, Genetics, Microbiology and Physiology.

Career Opportunities

Because of the human perspective in core courses, this degree is a good foundation for those who wish to work in a clinical setting as a hospital scientist or in other areas of public health.

Other career paths include working as research scientists in biomedical research programs or in the pharmaceutical industry, or undertaking research and related activities in biomedical aspects of biotechnology.

Potential careers

Life Scientist, Medical Scientist, Medical Technician, Pharmaceutical and Medical Supplies Representative, Pharmaceutical and Scientific Equipment Sales Representative, Pharmaceutical Scientist, Public Health, Scientific Officer, Biomedical Science, Biotechnology, Clinical Scientist, Diagnostic Technician, Forensic Scientist

Useful Links

Faculty of Sciences

Program Rules

Faculty of Sciences