Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences

James Cook University - Townsville

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Overview

This course provides an understanding of the normal structure, biochemistry and physiology of the mammalian body and the processes leading to disease. The course aims to make graduates job ready. Students are exposed to current technologies, learn techniques and develop skills that are widely transferable to the workplace. Students work in well-equipped laboratories with scientists involved in cutting-edge medical research. The course is multidisciplinary, with contributions from several fields of study, including anatomy and physiology, pharmacology and biochemistry, microbiology and parasitology, immunology and epidemiology, and pathology and pathobiology. For course information, visit Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences at JCU.

Prerequisites

Majors

Microbiology and immunology; molecular and cell biology; physiology and pharmacology.

Potential Career Outcomes

Medical research institutes, biotechnology companies, diagnostic services, government positions related to health policy.

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Admission Criteria

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University

James Cook University

Campus

Townsville

Course Type

Bachelors Degree

Study Area

Science

Delivery Mode

On-campus

Duration

Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: 6 years

Indicative ATAR

Unknown

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State
QLD
Type
University
Courses
105
Campuses
Brisbane Cairns Mackay Mount Isa Thursday Island Townsville
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