Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)/Bachelor of Biomedical Science

    Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)/Bachelor of Biomedical Science

    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 30,525 / yaer
    Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026

    Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)/Bachelor of Biomedical Science

    About

    This double degree combines studies in biomedicine and biotechnology, giving you a competitive advantage in the job market.

    Biomedical science allows you to understand how the human body functions, and the responses of the body to various diseases, exercise, diet, internal disturbances, and environmental influences.

    Biotechnology allows you to learn how techniques in molecular biology and genetics are applied to diagnosing genes that cause cancer and disease, designing proteins that could, make crops and livestock less vulnerable to disease, and making food safer.

    You’ll complete studies in foundational subjects such as cell biology, anatomy, physiology, microbiology, immunology, and molecular biology, and advanced subjects in systemic diseases, genomics, designer proteins and computational biology.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    You must have successfully completed a qualification recognised by RMIT as equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with a minimum average of 70% (see calculator below).

    Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

    Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.

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    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

    • IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
    • TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
    • Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
    • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

    For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

    Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

    Career

    Graduates work in research, production and testing positions in government and private laboratories. High performing graduates from this program have been successful in obtaining admission to post-graduate studies in medicine.

    Potential employers include:

    • government (including CSIRO and Melbourne Water)
    • medical research institutes (including WEHI)
    • hospitals
    • universities
    • private industry.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    30,525 / yaer
    Application Fee 100

    How to Apply

    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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    Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)/Bachelor of Biomedical Science

    RMIT University

    RMIT University

    Australia

    Australia, Melbourne