Course Level
Bachelor Degree (Pass)
CRICOS
043287B
Bachelor of Medical Science / Bachelor of International Studies
The Bachelor of Medical Science Bachelor of International Studies is a combined degree that integrates medical science with the immersion in another language and culture. The medical science program is designed to educate and train you for a career in medical and health-related sciences or pathology depending on their major choice. In international studies, you select one of six languages (Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, or Spanish) and one of the following three pathways: Language, Culture & the Professional World, Language; Culture and Global Exchange; and International Honours.
Campus | Duration | Fees | ATAR |
|---|---|---|---|
City | Full-time - 5 years | N/A | 92 |
Structure
Students must complete 240 credit points of study, comprising 144 credit points relating to medical science and 96 credit points relating to international studies. The Bachelor of Arts in International Studies requires undergraduates to study a region or country major over a minimum of three years. Graduation from the medical science component of the combined degree is not possible prior to completion of all components of the combined degree. Students wishing to graduate with a Bachelor of Medical Science prior to completion of the international studies component of the combined degree must apply for transfer to the Bachelor of Medical Science single degree program where they must complete all requirements for the stand-alone single degree version. This course is offered over five years full time. Attendance involves approximately 20 hours each week on campus. Students spend two sessions of study at a university or other higher education institution in the country of their major.
Subjects
- 91161: Cell Biology and Genetics: 65111: Chemistry 1: 60006: Scientific Perspectives for Global Issues: 33116: Design, Data, and Decisions: 65212: Chemistry 2: 91132: Molecular Biology: 91123: Nature and Evolution: 91400: Human Anatomy and Physiology
Entry requirements
- Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level. Admission to the combined degree is on merit according to the admissions selection criteria for the Bachelor of Medical Science (C10184). Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place. English language requirements IELTS Academic: overall 6.5, writing 6.0 TOEFL iBT: overall 79, writing 21 UTS College AE5: Pass Pearson PTE: overall 58, writing 50 Cambridge C1A/C2P: overall 176, writing 169
Study Pathways
The Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) is available as an additional year to meritorious students.
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