Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences majoring in Biochemistry

    Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences majoring in Biochemistry

    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 36,092 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 5, 2026
    Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences majoring in Biochemistry

    About

    Become a leader in health with our Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences. Learn from academics who are world-leaders in their fields. Explore the molecular basis of human disease in specialist laboratories, discovering the role molecules, genes and cells have as fundamental building blocks of life. Use structural biology to develop novel drugs. Access high-tech learning environments, including hands-on practicals, to enhance your skills and consolidate your knowledge.

    The Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences majoring in Biochemistry offers the chance to explore studies in medical biology and human health. You’ll learn the basis of human disease, from its cause and diagnosis, through to novel treatments and cures.

    Build practical skills in lab-based sessions and through a work-based project in a relevant industry or research placement. As a graduate, you’ll be ready for a wide range of exciting careers in health and biomedical sciences or further postgraduate studies.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    Secondary education (Year 12)

    • Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

    Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    • Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

    Higher education study

    • Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) of an undergraduate diploma (AQF level 5) or higher qualification from a recognised higher education institution.

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 6.5 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

    Career

    Career outcomes

    The Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences prepares you for a range of career options in health. You’ll graduate with the knowledge and experience for a career in hospital laboratories, clinical or research laboratories, research institutes, pharmaceutical industries, universities or private companies. You could be running a laboratory, performing cutting-edge cancer research, modifying genes for vaccines or designing drugs for the pharmaceutical industry.   

    Career outcomes are extensive and include: 

    • Biomedical scientist 
    • Biotechnologist 
    • Diagnostic technician 
    • Toxicologist 
    • Laboratory technician  
    • Clinical research associate. 

     You’ll also be ready for further postgraduate studies in the health or medical fields, or in research. 

    Industry trends

    Health workers are critical to the function of modern society, but the World Health Organization predicts a global health workforce shortage of 10 million people by 2030 (WHO Global Monitoring Report, 2023). This demand for skilled workers, along with Adelaide University’s pioneering health education and research, ensures you’ll be in demand when you graduate.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    36,092 / year(s)
    Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences majoring in Biochemistry
    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide