Biomedical Science Degree - Bachelor of Science

    Biomedical Science Degree - Bachelor of Science

    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    NZD 23,361 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 13, 2026
    Biomedical Science Degree - Bachelor of Science

    About

    Interested in emerging areas of medical and health science and how they can improve human and animal health? Study the Biomedical Science major in the Bachelor of Science.

    Biomedical science and biotechnology have revolutionised research over the past decade, stimulating growth in industries like agriculture, pharmaceuticals, veterinary science and medical research. Biomedical science is the most rapidly developing area in biological sciences, and demand for biomedical graduates is expected to grow.

    You gain an understanding of fundamental physiology and biomedical research, working with the latest laboratory techniques and equipment. AUT has specialist biomedical labs with analytical equipment not available at any other New Zealand university.

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    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Standard

    Tertiary requirements

    One year of successful study at bachelor level at a recognised institute, or equivalent, or

    Successful completion of an Associate degree at a recognised institute, or

    Successful completion of a Diploma at a recognised college of technology, or

    Successful completion of a junior Health Diploma at a recognised institute, or

    Successful completion of a higher technical institute Diploma at a recognised institute

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6

    English Program Requirements

    • IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall with all bands 5.5 or higher; or equivalent

    Career

    • Laboratory technician
    • Formulation scientist
    • Biomedical production technician
    • Clinical trial assistant
    • Medicinal chemist
    • Toxicologist
    • Health policy analyst
    • Medical writer

    Biomedical science graduates can also progress into further study and research in nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals, aimed at curing or controlling non-communicable diseases.

    Find out more about industry trends, job descriptions and what employers may be looking for.

    Biomedical Science Careers

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    23,361 / year
    Biomedical Science Degree - Bachelor of Science
    Auckland University of Technology
    Auckland University of Technology
    New Zealand

    New Zealand, Auckland

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