Monash University

Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Bachelor of Biomedical Science combines aspects of biology and medicine and equips you with the skills and knowledge to tackle today’s most critical issues in healthcare and disease. In this exciting degree, you’ll join one of the largest and most successful biomedical research hubs in the world.

Biomedical science is an interdisciplinary area of study, where you’ll investigate human health and disease on a deeper level. You’ll learn how diseases occur, how they affect the body, and how they can be controlled and treated. This degree covers the key biomedical disciplines of anatomy and developmental biology, biochemistry and molecular biology, immunology, microbiology, pharmacology and physiology, as well as epidemiology and how this informs human health and disease.

Our Bachelor of Biomedical Science gives you the flexibility to tailor your studies to fit your interests. Use your eight electives to gain more detailed knowledge in one of the key biomedical science areas, or broaden your knowledge by studying units from across the University. You could pick up a language, gain business skills or explore global issues and cultures.

Delivery mode

Monash University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • Wellington Road, Clayton

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Recent secondary education

Australian VCE subjects

  • English: Units 3 & 4: a study score of at least 27 in English (EAL) or 25 in English other than EAL
  • Maths: Units 3 & 4: a study score of at least 25 in Mathematical Methods, Specialist Mathematics or Physics. SCHOLARS: Units 3 & 4: a study score of at least 35 in Mathematical Methods, Specialist Mathematics or Physics.
  • Sciences/Other: Units 3 & 4: a study score of at least 25 in Chemistry. SCHOLARS: Units 3 & 4: a study score of at least 35 in Chemistry.

IB subjects

  • English: At least 4 in English SL or 3 in English HL or 5 in English B SL or 4 inEnglish B HL
  • Maths: At least 4 in Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches SL or 3 in Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches HL or 3 in Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations HL or 4 in Physics SL or 3 in Physics HL.SCHOLARS: At least 6 in Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches SL or 5 in Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches HL or 5 in Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations HL or 6 in Physics SL or 5 in Physics HL.
  • Sciences/Other: At least 4 in Chemistry SL or 3 in Chemistry HL. SCHOLARS: At least 6 in Chemistry SL or 5 in Chemistry HL.

VET Study

Applicants will not be admitted to this course solely on the basis of a VET qualification.

This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.

All applicants must satisfy the equivalence of the VCE subject prerequisites.

Higher education

Applicants who have not completed Year 12 or above: To be considered on your tertiary results alone you must complete at least one year of full time study (48 credit points) of a recognised university degree with a minimum average mark required is 70%. These are minimum requirements, admissions to this course is competitive and applicants may need to meet a higher requirement to be offered a place.

Applicants who have completed Year 12 or above: This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. To be considered on your tertiary results alone you must complete at least one year of full time study (48 credit points) of a recognised university degree with a minimum average mark required is 70%. These are minimum requirements, admissions to this course is competitive and applicants may need to meet a higher requirement to be offered a place.

English language requirements

  • Academic IELTS/IELTS Online: Minimum overall score 6.5
  • Paper-based TOEFL: Minimum overall score 550
  • Internet-based TOEFL/TOEFL iBT Paper Edition: Minimum overall score 79
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic): Minimum overall score 58
  • C1 Advanced: Minimum overall score 176
  • C2 Proficiency: Minimum overall score 176
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $28,500 $149,400 Fees are based on full-time study.

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $28,500 $149,400

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Biomedical Science will prepare you for the following roles.

Biomedical Scientist

A Biomedical Scientist performs medical tests and analyses laboratory results. You might prepare reports on your findings to help medical staff mak...

Avg yearly income $94,120
Entry barriers Low

Biotechnologist

A Biotechnologist develops and utilises biological processes for industrial and scientific purposes. You might work in laboratories, research insti...

Avg yearly income $98,800
Entry barriers Low

Medical Researcher

A Medical Researcher plays a pivotal role in advancing healthcare through scientific investigation, typically working in laboratories or clinical s...

Avg yearly income $95,264
Entry barriers Low

Medical Scientist

A Medical Scientist conducts laboratory research and diagnostic testing to support the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. You might work in hospi...

Avg yearly income $96,200
Entry barriers Low

About Monash University

Monash is a modern, global, research-intensive university, delivering education and research excellence in Australia and across the Indo-Pacific.

We’re making a positive impact on today's global challenges – whether that’s by mitigating climate change, easing geopolitical insecurity or fostering healthy communities.

We've achieved an enviable reputation for research and teaching excellence in a short 60 years and are ranked among the world's top universities.