Bachelor of Medical Science

This degree comprises three areas of major: biomedical science, medicinal chemistry and anatomy and physiology. The biomedical science major focuses on microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology and aspects of health. The medicinal chemistry major focuses on chemistry and biochemistry, while the anatomy and physiology major focuses on anatomy, physiology and pharmacology. Graduates of this degree will find employment in areas such as medical research laboratories, hospital laboratories and in pathology laboratories and be well suited for positions in the pharmaceutical, medical sales and various research and quality control laboratories, as well as further study including research degrees, graduate pharmacy and graduate medicine degrees.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Campbelltown

Full-time - 3 years

Part-time - 6 years

N/A
65

Parramatta

Full-time - 3 years

Part-time - 6 years

N/A
65

Structure

240 total credit points

Subjects

  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Biomedical science
  • Medicinal chemistry

Entry requirements

  • Year 12 or equivalent
  • Assumed knowledge: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics

Recognition

The Medicinal Chemistry major within the Bachelor of Medical Science is accredited by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI) for normal entry of a graduate to the Chartered Chemist qualification.

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