Bachelor of Medical Science

University of Canberra

Australia, Canberra

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University of Canberra

Australia , Canberra

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Bruce

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines10-Aug-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 34,600 / year(s)

Next Intake 10-Aug-2026

Bachelor of Medical Science

About

Understand the science behind medicine

UC’s Bachelor of Medical Science provides you with the foundational understanding of the science that underpins medicine, human health, disease and general well-being. Unlock your career ambitions and gain the comprehensive knowledge and skills that enable you to understand the unique interactions between cellular, chemical and biological sciences.

Engaging with the revitalised curriculum that builds upon science as a core major, study key areas like chemistry and biology at the molecular, cellular, organ and whole organism level while engaging in research projects or work integrated learning.

With a strong emphasis on professional skills and an integrated group work approach, you will examine contemporary issues in health and disease in the latter half of the degree.
In addition to the core science major, you’ll also complete two specialist majors, the Pathological Basis of Disease and the Genetic Basis of Disease. This will allow you to develop the in-depth skills required to navigate the ever-changing and fast-paced medical science industry.

Study a Bachelor of Medical Science at UC and you will

Understand the function and structure of health and the human body, including our anatomy and physiology

Improve medical science outcomes with skills obtained in reasoning, technical analysis and communication

Develop critical thinking and data analysis skills to solve a range of real-world issues on a local and global level for health and disease

Evaluate current and emerging ethical and cultural issues that arise in medical science

Select and apply tools to conduct scientific investigations relevant to medical science, while being transferable to a range of disciplines

Demonstrate the ability to collect scientific data individually and collaboratively, within legal, ethical and social frameworks

Critically analyse, synthesise and integrate scientific knowledge, literature, data, or arguments for effective communication to a range of audiences.

Work Integrated Learning

Step out of the classroom and into the real-world. Our professional practice units are an integral component of this degree and allow you to conduct real life experiments. Work with the latest technologies and clinical practices in a range of laboratories in industry or government settings, or explore our own labs by undertaking research projects with support from UC researchers.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means: Year 12 ATAR, other Australian Qualification, work experience, overseas qualification.

English Program Requirements

An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).

Career

Career opportunities

The UC Bachelor of Medical Science will help you progress into any of the following career pathways:

Biological Scientist

Biotechnologist

Medical Scientist

Medical Science Officer

Research Officer

Scientific Evaluator

Science Policy Officer

Course specific information

Our Bachelor of Medical Science is perfect for anyone wanting a career in medical science research, or for those with ambition to sit the Graduate Medical School Admissions Test (GAMSAT). Eligible students can then pursue postgraduate Medicine, while having the freedom to explore other career paths or study ambitions.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 34,600

Application Fee

AUD

How to Apply

If you’re an international student applying for an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree, you can apply directly to UC using our online application portal or through an agent from our international agent network.

Choosing UC for a student exchange or study abroad program

If you’re an international student currently enrolled at an overseas university and you’d like to study at UC on a student exchange or study abroad program, you also need to apply through UC’s online application portal.

International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia

You should apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) if you're an international student in your final year of secondary school and studying any of the following programs in Australia: