Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medicine Pathway)
University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00244B
UniSQ’s Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (Medicine Pathway) prepares you for a rewarding study journey and for the Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree. Upon successful completion of the degree within three years and with a minimum Grade Point Average of 5.0, you will gain direct entry into The University of Queensland’s (UQ) Doctor of Medicine degree, delivered by the UQ Rural Clinical School, Toowoomba. Your studies in the Medicine Pathway covers knowledge and skills in human anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, biochemistry of nutrition, cell and molecular biology as well as cross-cultural and Indigenous psychology. Gain practical laboratory and technical skills that will allow you to understand complex scientific principles and apply these in your future medical career.
Structure
- 24 units: 1 core course
- 1 x Medicine pathway majors (8 units)
- 2 x 4-unit minors or 8 x elective courses (8 units)
Standard entry requirements
- Must be completing year 12 in the year of applying (first year attempted). ATAR of 95 (special adjustments to ATAR are available to eligible applicants)
- Pre-requisite study: English, Literature, English and Literature Extension or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 and 4, C)
- General Mathematics, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 and 4, C)
- Recommended prior study: one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (Units 3 and 4, C)
- Complete the University Clinical Aptitude Test for Australia and New Zealand (UCAT ANZ). Shortlisted applicants from UCAT scores will also be required to attend multiple mini-interviews (MMIs). Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission. Places within the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medicine Pathway) are limited by quota.
Study pathways
Once you have successfully completed the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medicine Pathway) with a minimum GPA of 5.0, you will be eligible to enrol in the University of Queensland's, Doctor of Medicine (MD). If you are unable to maintain the necessary GPA to transfer to the Doctor of Medicine, you can use the credit from completed courses towards the Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toowoomba |
| No |
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