Victoria University

Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Human Physiology)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Human Physiology major provides an integrated suite of units which builds upon the fundamentals of anatomy and physiology covered in the College core units. Specifically, students will learn about regional and rehabilitation anatomy, cardiorespiratory, renal and neuromuscular physiology and associated diseases. The relationships between gastrointestinal function, diet, nutrition, metabolism and human health will be covered, including examining the role of diet in chronic diseases and its importance in growth and development. In the final year, students will draw on their knowledge and apply their learning in different contexts in the two capstone units, Applied Biomedical Sciences and Integrative Physiology.

Delivery mode

Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • McKechnie Street, St Albans

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Applicants with recent secondary education (within the last 2 years)

  • Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (e.g. VCE) or
  • an Australian or overseas equivalent or
  • an International Baccalaureate (IB).

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET/TAFE) study

This information is for people who have completed an accredited award at an Australian Registered Training Organisation.

  • Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent). OR:
  • Completion of the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (or equivalent). OR:

Applicants with higher education study

This information is for people whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education course.

  • Full or partial completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent). OR:
  • Completion of two units of Higher Education studies. OR:
  • Completion of a bridging or enabling course eg. Foundation course or equivalent.

Applicants with work & life experience

This information is for applicants who left secondary school more than two years ago and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then.

  • Five years (minimum) work/life experience in Business, Commerce or similar. OR:
  • Applicants that completed an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago.. PLUS:
  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent).

English Language Requirements for Bachelor Degrees

You will need to provide evidence that you have achieved one of the following levels of English language proficiency:

  • IELTS: overall score of 6.0, no band less than 6.0
  • TOEFL: overall score of 67
  • PTE: overall score of 50-57, no section score less than 50
  • CAE: overall score of 169, no individual band less than 169
  • VU English – English for Academic Purposes (EAP) (Level 5): achieved.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $107,400 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $107,400 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Human Physiology) will prepare you for the following roles.

About Victoria University

For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.

VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.

Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.

We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.