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The health impacts of increased travel, climate change and an ageing population are predicted to be the key problems facing biomedical scientists over the next few decades. Join the next generation of innovators to develop novel solutions that positively impact the community.
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Honing your skills in advanced facilities like our PC2 lab ensures you can be confident the study you do here will make a real difference out there.

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Biomedical Sciences

Curtin’s biomedical science course is ideal if you’ve studied you’ve studied Mathematics Applications, and you’re looking for a three-year degree that provides the flexibility for you to tailor your career aspirations, from lab work to forensics to science communication.

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Advanced Biomedical Sciences

Our advanced biomedical sciences degree is the course for you if you’ve achieved an ATAR of 90 or higher, you studied Chemistry ATAR and Mathematics Methods or Specialist ATAR, and you’re considering career options in research or medicine.

Need some extra information?

You can learn more about career pathways and opportunities in the field of biomedical science by reading our advice articles.

The difference between biomedical science and medicine

Biomedical science vs medicine – which one’s right for you? If you’re keen to kickstart a career in the health sector but aren’t sure which field is the right choice, we’ve made the decision simpler by breaking down the key differences between biomedical science and medicine.

Where can a Bachelor of Biomedical Science take you?

With a Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences, you can help fight disease, contribute to the development of the latest medical treatments and technologies, or investigate and diagnose medical conditions.

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Physical Containment Level 2 (PC2) Laboratory

Join undergraduate student Helen, as she takes you on a tour of our certified PC2 teaching laboratory.

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Anatomy laboratory

Join undergraduate student Kinta as he takes you on a tour of our specialised anatomy laboratory.

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Justin decided to study a Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences at Curtin after observing the increase of emerging diseases impacting the local and global community.

His course offers the chance to study within an interdisciplinary environment while accessing industry-standard lab equipment.

Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences

This three-year course gives you practical, industry-relevant experience in labs and high-quality medical facilities. It allows you to branch out into the area of biomedical sciences that suits your strengths and career aspirations.

You’ll study foundation units in your first year, before choosing your major from Human Biomedicine, Molecular Genetics or Pharmacology.

You’ll complement your major with a second major from that list, or a specialisation from a range of disciplines, including non-medical fields like corporate governance or digital and social media.

This flexibility allows you to study towards the biomedical science career you’re passionate about.

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Bachelor of Advanced Biomedical Sciences (Honours)

Imagine being part of the research team that makes groundbreaking advances against diseases like cancer, Alzheimer’s, inflammatory disorders or chronic heart conditions.

This four-year course gives you the opportunity to work alongside leading researchers utilising state-of-the-art equipment in advanced research facilities.

If you’re a motivated, high-performing student, this course provides a distinctive experience where you’ll develop your skills in research, industry engagement and global citizenship, all under the mentorship of experienced medical researchers and educators.

In your final year, you’ll complete a full-year research program within the laboratory of an approved university, research institute or industry research site.

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