Biomedical Science
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Biomedical Science
Length
3 years
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
Biomedical science is the scientific study of health and disease and plays an important role in modern medicine. This multidisciplinary course aims to prepare students for biomedical research, postgraduate studies in the medical sciences, or graduate entry into medicine. Students learn how diseases manifest themselves in the human body, and develop an understanding of the molecular basis of human disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, malaria, cancer, and infectious diseases. They also learn how to undertake and apply biomedical research.
La Trobe is developing some of the best research facilities in the world, through the development of the A$94 million La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science, , currently under construction. Once completed, this Centre will expand laboratory facilities as well as teaching and research opportunities for La Trobe science students.
Course structure
The course begins with a foundation year of science focusing on biology and chemistry. In second year, students take core subjects in a range of relevant disciplines, followed by a specialised biomedical science subject in third year. Other second- and third-year studies include biochemistry and molecular biology, anatomy, human and molecular genetics, human physiology, microbiology, medical statistics, and principles of nutrition.
A seminar program throughout both semesters is an integral part of the course. Final-year students must attend at least two-thirds of the seminars.
Contact hours
24 hours a week (average) in first year
Subject details
Major areas of study
Biochemistry, biomedical science, biosciences, physiology, anatomy, microbiology, genetics, chemistry, medical research, medical science, molecular and cell biology, molecular and human genetics.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
23 360
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/future-undergraduatesAdditional costs (AUD)
Depending on the subjects chosen, extra costs can include a laboratory coat - about A$30 - and a dissecting kit - about A$40. Students can buy these items from any supplier; they remain students' personal property.
Selection
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 550 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 213 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 80 with no individual score less than 20; or
Satisfactory completion of an English language subject at Year 12 or equivalent level. This must have been completed in the last two years and at an academic level acceptable to the University; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTM Foundation Studies - 80
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2011 (indicative only) - 76.00
International Baccalaureate - 25
GCE A Levels - 8
Hong Kong A Levels - 8
HKSE - 12, 6
Sri Lankan A Levels - BBC
STPM - 8
MICSS (UEC) - 5A 1B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 75
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 4
Sweden Slutbetyg - VG
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 75
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8.4
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 3.2
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 3.0
GAOKAO - see: the website.
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
Prerequisites
A minimum grade of 65 per cent Year 12 Chemistry or equivalent.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (February)
Career opportunities
Graduates will be equipped for employment in biomedical research in pharmaceutical companies, research institutes, hospital departments and public service departments dealing with health care. Some graduates seek admission to postgraduate medical or dentistry degrees in Australia.