VCE units 3 and 4 - a study score of at least 25 in English (any), or Australian or international
equivalent, plus one of biology, chemistry, mathematical methods (either), physics, geography, psychology or specialist mathematics
ENTERS above 70 will be considered
February and July
Provides specialist training for a career in the healthcare industry, biomedical research or an ideal background for progression to postgraduate study in
science or medicine including Graduate Medicine at the Gippsland Medical School
Focusing on the key areas of molecular diagnostics and biotechnology
Topics include anatomy, biochemistry, cell biology, immunology, medical microbiology, human physiology, psychology and pharmacology
Case studies, examples and professional training during a six week placement are included to provide a relevant perspective in the context of health care
An option for interested students to study part of the course abroad at Monash Malaysia, where the Bachelor of Science (Medical Bioscience) is also
offered. Generous travel grants are available
Course structure
Level One
Fundamentals of biotechnology
Chemistry
Human biology
Cell biology
Psychology
Introduction to statistical reasoning
Two elective subjects
Level Two
Introduction to anatomy and medical terminology
Recombinant DNA technology
Biochemistry
Introduction to microbiology and microbial biotechnology
The practice and application of science
Human Physiology
Two elective subjects
Fieldwork
Six weeks professional training in an approved placement
Level Three
Medical aspects of cell biology
Molecular biology and biotechnology At least four of:
Medical microbiology
Population health and healthcare
Essentials of applied immunology
Principles of pharmacology
Laboratory and workplace management
Three elective subjects (may include Applied research project)
More information
For more on the Bachelor of Science (Medical Bioscience) contact Ms Lauren Burney on +61 3 990 26431 or
email scienceinquiries@sci.monash.edu.au
