Bachelor of Health and Biomedical Sciences (Honours)

This degree has been designed to equip you with a transferable skill-set relevant for a future career in academic and applied research, diagnostic services, industry, medical marketing, scientific communication and many other STEM-related careers.

It is a unique supervisor-guided independent research project with complimentary workshops in research methods and scientific communication appropriate to your chosen research discipline. Specifically, the benefits of an honours degree are:

• learning advanced problem-solving skills
• developing science communication skills in parallel with critical and independent thinking
• developing an aptitude for independent research and research techniques
• gaining advanced knowledge in your scientific discipline.

The transferable skills and independent research experience gained as part of this honours degree are unique from those learnt during undergraduate studies. These skills and experiences are required for future higher degree by research study, and are expected in most academic and research positions. Many non-academic employers also recognise these skills as highly desirable in prospective employees. In consultation with the program coordinator and your potential supervisor, you’ll be allocated a project that aims to complement your skills and areas of interest.

Graduates of this honours degree often advance to a Masters or PhD degree and undertake further research in their particular area of interest.

This pathway can also build a solid foundation for a future career in biomedical, allied and applied health sciences, including:

• basic and applied research
• diagnostic services
• industry
• government.

Step 1: Find a course

Step 2: Check the entry requirements

Step 3: Collect required documents

Step 4: Submit your application

If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students. 

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