Bachelor of Medical & Health Sciences Advanced

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The Bachelor of Medical & Health Science Advanced 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 degree is a 4-year flexible, rigorous program designed specifically for high-achieving students, who wish to study the scientific basis of human structure, function and health. 

Students in this course of study will be provided with unique opportunities for research development, a yearly textbook allowance and access to many other School resources.

The course is built upon core subjects in first year, which provide foundation knowledge in the sciences underpinning human structure, function and 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.

The Advanced program provides students with opportunities to develop their research knowledge and skills throughout their degree, and the chance to participate in a variety of research enrichment activities with options to gain hands-on experience in the diverse range of research laboratories located within the School of Health Sciences.  Students must maintain a Distinction average each year to progress in the course. In the final year, all students will undertake a substantial research project, via direct entry into Honours. 

Entry requirements: Domestic school leavers are assumed to have completed any two units of English, plus four units of Science and/or Maths; Chemistry is highly recommended.  International students are required to have achieved an IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum level of 6 in reading, writing, speaking and listening. 

In addition to applying through UAC, all students must submit an application form to the Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences. Applications can be obtained from our website.  Entry into this highly competitive program will be based on the application to the faculty, an interview and ATAR.

Applicants with an expected UAI of 93 or above (or equivalent) will be considered for entry.