Bachelor of Biomedicine

Get the technical and applied expertise you need to establish your biomedical career with La Trobe's Bachelor of Biomedicine.

Start with how the body works as you build fundamental knowledge in chemistry, bioscience and health. Take a close look at infectious diseases, including the factors that drive epidemics and pandemics. Then tailor your degree with a combination of up to two majors or electives aligned to your personal career goals and industry demand.

By completing La Trobe's Bachelor of Biomedicine, you will:

• develop strong foundational knowledge in topics such as biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, human physiology, infectious and non-communicable disease
• choose from majors in cancer, heart and brain diseases; immunology and infectious disease; physiology and pharmacology; or molecular and cellular biochemistry
• gain hands-on experience from day one with lab work, internship opportunities, overseas exchange opportunities and more
• be prepared for your future career at every stage of the course, with the flexibility to exit early with a Diploma after one year or an Associate Degree after two years
• graduate with your majors on your academic transcript and a pathway to specialist postgraduate studies in research, medicine, physiotherapy and more.

The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7 - Bachelor Degree.

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.

6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.

When you graduate, you'll be ready for a range of roles in biomedicine, biotechnology, the pharmaceutical industry, hospitals, government departments and more. Possible roles include:

• biomedical researcher
• biotechnologist
• biochemist
• microbiologist
• clinical research associate
• regulatory affairs officer.

If you're considering going further with an advanced degree and a professional career in health or bioscience, this course acts as a pathway into specialist postgraduate study in research, medicine, physiotherapy and more.