Bachelor of Biomedical Science (La Trobe University)

Course Information

Course Type
Full-time
Fees (Local Students)
24 modules: S$50,284.80, 18 modules: S$37,713.60 , 12 Modules: S$25,142.40
Fees (Foreign Students)
24 modules: S$50,284.80, 18 modules: S$37,713.60 , 12 Modules: S$25,142.40
Other Fees
Application and Student Development and Administration Fee: $510 (local) / $1,690 (International)
Duration
The programme can be completed within 12- 28 months, depending on number of exemptions.
Intake Months
January, May, September
Programme Grant
No Student Grant for this course
Class Schedule
4 modules in a trimester, Average of 2 – 3 hours per session
Assessment Method
Assessment of this programme may include assignments, tests, projects, reports, lab work, final examinations and others.

Description

In the Bachelor of Biomedical Science degree students, will combine the fields of biology, pharmacology and medicine, as well as aspects of anatomy, biochemistry, microbiology, genetics, immunology, cell and molecular biology, physiology and neuroscience.

The degree will teach them about the human body, its structure and its functions. This includes understanding how diseases manifest and how drug strategies are used to treat these diseases. Students will also learn the practical skills needed to explore the underlying molecular basis of acute and chronic illnesses, understand how to apply biomedical research and how to convey scientific and biomedical science information.

Course Highlights

Advanced Standing
Stand to receive 6 – 12 module exemptions and possible completion in 12 – 36 months with a relevant polytechnic diploma qualification.

Learn from Subject Experts
Learn from our experienced academic team, with PhDs from reputable universities in Singapore and abroad.

Purpose-Built Science Labs
Work with some of the industry’s commonly used equipment across our three life science and chemistry labs, which are designed through more than 10 years of teaching life science.

Progress to Medical Pathway
Graduates with MCAT/GAMSAT may be able to progress to medical school, subject to institutions’ admission requirements

Entry Requirements

Local Qualifications

  • GCE ‘A’-Levels minimum 8 in total for the best 3 H2 subjects or, STPM 8.67 in total for the best 3 academic subjects, and min. grade C for Chemistry; OR
  • Local Science-related diploma in relevant areas; OR
  • Local Engineering diploma with Calculus Mathematics background and has a ‘C’ average grade may be considered; OR
  • PSB Academy Foundation Diploma in Life Sciences with an average Pass, and with a Pass in each of the units; OR
  • Advanced standing may be given for approved Diploma courses upon a final Diploma result;

All applications are subject to approval by La Trobe University.

Minimum Age Requirement

  • 16 years old

English Language Requirement

  • GCE ‘O’ or ‘A’ level English C or above or equivalent; OR
  • IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; OR
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) [Test Before 1 Dec 2020] – Overall score of 58 with no communicative skill score less than 50; OR
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) [Test after 1 Dec 2020] – Overall score of 56 with no communicative skill score less than 46; OR
  • TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) – 79 with 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing; OR
  • Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) / Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) – Score of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

English language test scores must be less than two years old from the commencement date of the course at La Trobe University. Details of the policy and information on any other English tests accepted by the University can be found at: https://www.latrobe.edu.au/study/apply/international/requirements

International Qualifications:

  • See course webpage for more information

Career Opportunities

Graduates may choose to pursue a future (but not limited to) in these departments/industries:

  • Biochemist
  • Clinical Trials Administrator
  • Research and Development
  • Forensic Science

Modules

Academic Year 1 Modules

  • Big Ideas in Science: Life, the Universe and Everything
  • Biology of Cell and Organism
  • Chemistry 1A
  • Chemistry 1B
  • Foundations of Biomedical Science
  • Human Biosciences A
  • Making Sense of Data
  • Mathematical Applications in Biology

Academic Year 1 Elective Module

  • Infections, Pandemics and Epidemics

Academic Year 2 Modules

  • Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
  • Metabolic Biochemistry and Cell Biology
  • Pharmacology A
  • Pharmacology B

Academic Year 2 Elective Modules

  • Career Options and Professional Identity
  • Human System Physiology A
  • Molecular Genetics

Academic Year 3 Modules

  • Advanced Topics in Biomedical Science A
  • Advanced Topics in Medical Sciences B
  • Clinical Biochemistry and Haematology
  • Human Pathophysiology

 Academic Year 3 Elective Modules

  • Advanced Biochemistry and Medical Biology Laboratory Course
  • Advanced Topics in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
  • Applications of Biomedical Science
  • Science Project

**Relevant Life Science Polytechnic Diploma holders can enjoy 6 to 12 module exemptions, subject to university entry requirements. This is applicable for students who completed PSB Academy’s Foundation Diploma in Life Sciences

Mode of Assessment

Assessment of this programme may include assignments, tests, projects, reports, lab work, final examinations and others.

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