Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences

The course information on this page is for new students commencing their degree in 2016 only. 

Students should follow the rules and requirements for the year that they commenced their course. The online course information for years prior to 2016 are available from the Archives link in the menu.

Students should also review current subject availabilities via the Subject Descriptions link in the menu.

Overview

The Bachelor of Medical & Health Sciences is a 3-year flexible, rigorous program designed specifically for students who wish to study the scientific basis of human structure, function and health.

The qualification provides a basis for a wide range of careers or further study in the medical and health sciences, including higher degree research and postgraduate studies in medicine and the allied health professions.

The course is built upon core subjects in first year, which provide foundation knowledge in the sciences underpinning human structure, function and health. Students will receive rigorous training in human anatomy, physiology and biochemistry, linked with electives in diverse areas such as biology, biotechnology, chemistry, neuroscience, nutrition, psychology and public health.

As the degree progresses, there are increasing opportunities for students to customise their program of study to include a wide range of biomedical and behavioural subjects related to the human body and health.

Entry Requirements

Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.

Course Learning Outcomes

Students graduating from the Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences will be able to:

1. Critically review, analyse and synthesise information;
2. Explain principles and concepts of science that underpin medical science and apply to human health.
3. Understand how scientific knowledge and skills in the area of medical science and health can be applied in professional practice and/or scholarship.
4. Apply specific knowledge and skills in a number of specialised areas within medical and health sciences that include anatomy, chemistry/biochemistry, histology, neuroscience, physiology, pathology and medical research.
5. Exercise critical thinking and independent problem solving.
6. Communicate clearly and coherently knowledge and ideas to others.

Course Structure

The Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences degree requires the successful completion of 144 credit points of subjects in accordance with the course structure and recommended subject progression table below. The course should not contain any more than 60 credit points at Level 100. 

Students wishing to gain practical training relevant to employment in pathology laboratories should consider studying a TAFE Diploma of Laboratory Technology concurrently with this degree. Students interested in this should discuss this with the Course Coordinator.

Credit Arrangements

Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.

Other Information

Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: smah-students@uow.edu.au