Biomedical Science
This course information is for local students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of Biomedical Science
Length
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Campuses
Melbourne (Bundoora)
Course description
This course provides a multidisciplinary education in biomedical sciences, leading to employment in biomedical research fields and to postgraduate studies in the medical sciences, or graduate entry into medicine. It provides students with an understanding the molecular basis of human disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, malaria, cancer, or infectious diseases, and understanding how diseases manifest in the human body.
Students also have access to the Faculty Industry Cadetship Program and mentoring programs, which vary by course and campus. Visit Faculty website for more details.
Work has commenced on the $230-million Centre for AgriBiosciences and the $90-million La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science. Once completed, these Centres will expand laboratory facilities as well as teaching and research opportunities for La Trobe's science students.
Course structure
The course provides a foundation year in science, drawing on biology and chemistry, a choice of core biomedical units in second year, and a specialised course in medical science at third year. Second- and third-year studies include: biochemistry and molecular biology, anatomy, human and molecular genetics, human physiology, microbiology, immunology, medical statistics, and principles of nutrition.
Handbook
Major areas of study
Biochemistry, physiology, anatomy, microbiology, genetics, immunology, chemistry, medical science.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
VTAC
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/prospective/uniwide/index.htmlAdditional costs (AUD)
Depending on the subjects chosen, approximate costs include: laboratory coat - A$30, dissecting kit - A$40. These may be purchased from any supplier and become students' personal property.
Middle Band
Successful completion of Mathematical Methods, Specialist Mathematics, or Physics facilitates an additional 1.5 aggregate points per study, to a maximum of 3 points.
Selection
ENTER 80.15
Extra requirements
Mature-Age Entry: Multiple Choice STAT and other requirements. Call 1300 135 045 for more information.
Non-Year 12 applicants may complete the VTAC Pi form, and may also be required to complete a maths test or bridging program. Contact (03) 9479 2591 or sci.tech@latrobe.edu.au for more information.
Prerequisites
VCE Units 3 & 4: Study score of at least 30 in English (ESL), or 25 in each of any other English and Chemistry.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Career opportunities
Graduates are equipped for employment in the biomedical research field, including in pharmaceutical companies, research institutes, hospital departments and public service departments dealing with health care. Some graduates seek admission to medical and dentistry degrees for which a degree is a prerequisite.
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scitecheng/prospective/undergraduate.html
Contact information
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All students may pay a
Voluntary General Service Fee.
Most international students must pay for
Overseas Student Health Cover