Bachelor of Science (Medical Science)
University of Sydney - Camperdown/Darlington
Overview
This stream provides flexible pathways into broad medical science careers. The stream emphasises the interdisciplinary nature of medical sciences while providing depth and breadth. In the first year you will complete units in mathematics, biology, chemistry and medical science. In the second year you will take a series of integrated medical science units covering areas such as physiology, pharmacology, cellular and molecular biology, and anatomy. In the third year you will complete a capstone interdisciplinary experience and choose three medical science electives.
Your major studies are complemented by courses from the Open Learning Environment in science or in areas such as entrepreneurial thinking, persuasive communication, project management and ethical reasoning. You will also complete an industry and community project.
Prerequisites
Mathematics Advanced (Band 4) ) or Mathematics Extension 1 (Band E3) or Mathematics Extension 2 (Band E3).
Majors
Areas of study
A program in medical science including a medical science major. A minor or second major must also be taken from 513910 Bachelor of Science Table A or the wide range majors offered from areas across the University in Table S.
Potential Career Outcomes
Career opportunities
Medical scientist, nutritionist, pharmacologist in research organisations and hospitals. Graduates are well prepared to pursue further study in medical and dentistry programs.
ATAR & Selection Rank
The table below shows the ATAR and Selection Rank information for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in 2023.
| ATAR-based offers only, across all offer rounds | ATAR (excluding adjustment factors) | Selection Rank (including adjustment factors) |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 99.95 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 93.8 | 98.85 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 82.9 | 90.05 |
<5 - Less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made
Admission Criteria
Please refer to the University of Sydney website for admission criteria information.
This information is sourced from Course Seeker, a joint initiative between the Australian Government and the Tertiary Admission Centres. View more information on Course Seeker.
University
University of Sydney
Campus
Camperdown/Darlington
Course Type
Bachelors Degree
Study Area
Science
Indicative ATAR
82.90
Delivery Mode
On-campus
Duration
Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: 6 years
Course Link
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- State
- NSW
- Type
- University
- Courses
- 101
- Campuses
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Camperdown/Darlington Conservatorium Cumberland Sydney College of the Arts Westmead
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