Bachelor of Pre-Medicine, Science and Health

University of Wollongong

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00102E

The Bachelor of Pre-Medicine, Science and Health is a three-year undergraduate degree providing a solid foundation towards graduate medicine, dentistry, veterinary studies, optometry, podiatry, physiotherapy or pharmacy. Depending on which major/minor you choose, this course also leads to a wide range of postgraduate study or professional career options in the physical and life sciences, allied health or health informatics. High performing students from a diverse range of backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply, in particular, Indigenous and rural students.This degree will explore core content for medical school entry including academic literacy, critical thinking skills and an understanding of what it takes to be a successful health practitioner. Extracurricular activities will demonstrate your leadership, dedication, and cooperation. From your first year, you will have opportunities to participate in a wide range of volunteer and enrichment activities in the community. These will assist you in developing real-world skills and ready for a career in health and medicine.

Structure

The Bachelor of Pre-Medicine, Science and Health requires the successful completion of 144 credit points of subjects as specified below.Students must not complete more than 60 credit points of 100-level subjects.Molecular Medicine major: Students who have completed CHEM104 and CHEM105 and are proceeding to CHEM211, CHEM212 and CHEM213, must (a) have obtained marks of at least 80% in both CHEM104 and CHEM105, (b) complete additional directed study by two weeks before the start of the session in which the CHEM21X subjects are taken and (c) obtain permission of Head of School. For information about the additional directed study materials contact the CHEM104 Subject Coordinator.

Subjects

  • biomedical research
  • exercise science
  • health informatics
  • health practice
  • medical radiation physics
  • medical science
  • molecular medicine
  • nutrition.

Standard entry requirements

Applicants need to have achieved the required score in a qualification equivalent to the completion of 13 years of schooling in Australia.

Study pathways

If applicants can demonstrate they have met the learning outcomes for UOW subjects through prior learning, such as previous tertiary or TAFE qualifications, they may be eligible for credit towards their degree. Where relevant to the UOW degree, specified credit may be given for a specific subject(s); where not relevant to the degree, unspecified credit may be awarded.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Wollongong International: $101,232
  • ATAR: 90
No
  • Full-time : 3 years

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