Faculty of Health & Behavioural Sciences
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Graduate Diploma in Science (Biomedical Science)

Testamur Title of Degree:

Graduate Diploma in Science (Biomedical Science)

Abbreviation:

GDipSc

Home Faculty:

Health and Behavioural Sciences

Duration:

1 year full-time or part-time equivalent

Total Credit Points:

48

Delivery Mode:

On-campus

Starting Session(s):

Autumn

Location:

Wollongong

UOW Course Code:

650

CRICOS Code:

002508M

Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Science (Biomedical Science) is designed to give graduates further training in one of the discipline areas of biomedical science.

Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge

Entry into the Graduate Diploma in Science (Biomedical Science) requires the successful completion of a Bachelor degree of at least 3 years duration from a recognised tertiary institution, with emphasis in biomedical science. Applicants must include a statement of purpose with their application form.

It is possible to admit only a limited number of students each year. If the number of applicants exceeds the quota, admission will be based on academic qualifications.

International students are required to have overall an IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum level of 6.0 in all bands of reading, writing, speaking and listening.

Course Requirements

The Graduate Diploma in Science (Biomedical Science) requires successful completion of 48 credit points.

The program is designed specifically for each student's needs and therefore subjects must be selected in consultation with an academic adviser and be approved by the Course Coordinator. Students may choose subjects from discipline areas including anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, exercise physiology and nutrition.

Further Information

Prof Paul Else
Course Coordinator
+61 2 4221 3496
pelse@uow.edu.au