ObjectivesThe Postgraduate Diploma of Biomedical Science is designed for students who wish to upgrade their background knowledge and skills, or progress to further study in programs such as medicine. The Postgraduate Diploma can be taken following on from a Graduate Certificate in Biomedical Science. The completed subjects from the Graduate Certificate may be credited towards the Postgraduate diploma. Students are recommended to seek advice from the program coordinator regarding individual study programs.
Entry requirementsBachelor Degree with admission based on academic performance.
Academic titlePostgraduate Diploma of Biomedical Science
Course descriptionCareer Outcomes
The Postgraduate Diploma in Biomedical Science aims to prepare the student for competitive entry into a diverse range of areas, including medicine, allied health (eg. nutrition and dietetics, pharmacy), health administration and medical research.
COMBINED DEGREES / FURTHER STUDY
* Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
* Master of Science by Research (Health Sciences)
RELATED COURSES
* Bachelor of Biomedical Science
* Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours)
* Graduate Certificate of Biomedical Science
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COURSE STRUCTURE
Students must complete 8 of the following subjects:
* BMED71-101 Introductory Chemistry
* BMED71-202 Human Structure and Function
* BMED71-204 Chemical Systems
* BMED71-205 Biological Chemistry
* BMED71-206 Microbial Biology
* BMED71-207 Molecular and Medical Genetics
* BMED71-208 Scientific Writing and Research Methodology
* BMED71-209 Biological Chemistry 2
* BMED71-211 Neuromuscular System Physiology
* BMED71-212 Cardiovascular, Renal & Respiratory Systems Physiology
* BMED71-213 Gastrointestinal, Endocrine and Reproductive Systems Physiology
* BMED71-214 Advanced Molecular Biology
* BMED71-215 Nutrition, Health and Disease
* BMED71-216 The Immune System
* BMED71-217 Pharmacological Systems
* BMED71-218 Tissue and Cellular Pathology
* HLSC71-102 Advanced Studies in Human Development
Note: Not all subjects are offered in every semester. Applicants should use the subject pre-requisites as a guide to the structure of their program and consult with the academic advisor about final subject choices