
Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences
Health and welfare
Explore the relationship between medicine and science with Biomedical Science. From molecular to whole-body systems, you will get an in-depth look at a vast array of topics within the fields of biology, chemistry, microbiology and more. JCUs unique focus on Tropical health and disease management will ensure a hands-on, practical learning experience like no other. This three-year degree will prepare you to work across a diverse range of healthcare professions. Use a degree in biomedical science a
Official- Duration
- 3 years
- Qualification
- Bachelor Degree
- AQF 7
- Campus
- Townsville
- QLD · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 013347K
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Course overview
Explore the relationship between medicine and science with Biomedical Science. From molecular to whole-body systems, you will get an in-depth look at a vast array of topics within the fields of biology, chemistry, microbiology and more. JCUs unique focus on Tropical health and disease management will ensure a hands-on, practical learning experience like no other. This three-year degree will prepare you to work across a diverse range of healthcare professions. Use a degree in biomedical science as a starting point for a career in medicine, pharmacy, veterinary science, scientific research and more. Those passionate about remaining in the field may pursue interests within the medical or clinical sciences across pathology, cardiac, respiratory, infectious disease, sleep or renal physiology.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. Year 12 or equivalent; English (Units 3/4,C); Recommended Knowledge: Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4,C), Chemistry (Units 3/4,C); plus one of Biology, Health, Physical Education or Physics 2. Recognised Year-12-equivalent qualification; course-specific score and prerequisites; English proficiency.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
- TOEFL iBTOverall 60L 18 · R 18 · W 18 · S 18
- PTE AcademicOverall 50L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
- Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
- Cambridge C1 AdvancedOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Year 12 or equivalent; English (Units 3/4,C); Recommended Knowledge: Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4,C), Chemistry (Units 3/4,C); plus one of Biology, Health, Physical Education or Physics
Additional entry requirement
Recognised Year-12-equivalent qualification; course-specific score and prerequisites; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | JCU Townsville | — | — | $41,240per year | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.

