Bachelor of Medical Science / Bachelor of Forensic Biotechnology

What is this course about?

CSU offers this double degree combining relevant course content from the nationally accredited Bachelor of Medical Science and the recently updated Bachelor of Forensic Biotechnology program. Students may specialise in Pathology within the Bachelor of Medical Science.

Graduates of this course will enhance their professional standing by doubling their knowledge, skills and experience without having to double the time spent at university.

What will I learn?

You have the option to choose the generic program or Pathology specialisation. The generic course provides graduates with a range of expertise in the Medical Science discipline area. The Pathology specialisation enhances and expands the forensic aspects of biotechnology while encompassing attributes and skills required in biotechnology disciplines.

Areas of study include:

  • applied immunology
  • applied microbology
  • biomedical science
  • cell culture biotechnology
  • oncology, cytology, genetic engineering
  • forensic biocology
  • forensic science
  • genetic engineering
  • medical biotechnology
  • medical microbiology
  • molecular genetics
  • monoclonol antibody production
  • physiology
  • virology
  • pathology

Your course is recognised by industry

All courses within the School of Biomedical Sciences are designed to provide a variety of levels of eligibility for membership with a range of professional bodies, such as:

  • AIMS - Australian Institute of Medical Scientists
  • AACB - Australian Association of Clinical Biochemists
  • ASC - Australian Science Communicators
  • ASBMB - Australian Society for Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
  • ASMR - Australian Society for Medical Research
  • APSA - Australasian Pharmaceutical Science Association
  • ANZSRS - Australian & New Zealand Society of Respiratory Science
  • ASM - Australian Society for Microbiology
  • HGSA - Human Genetics Society of Australasia

Graduates from the accredited Pathology specialisation are eligible for corporate membership of the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists.

Residential schools

Distance education students will attend eight days of residential school per session at Charles Sturt University, Wagga Wagga Campus.

Campus

Wagga Wagga

Duration

4 years full-time on campus
8 years distance education

Admission rank cut-offs

70

CRICOS code

042246G

Graduation requirements

To graduate, students must satisfactorily complete 256 points for both the Bachelor of Medical Science / Bachelor of Forensic Biotechnology and Bachelor of Medical Science (Pathology) / Bachelor of Forensic Biotechnology.
Students must also have satisfactorily completed a clinical experience placement for the minimum specified time. The minimum requirements for the Bachelor of Medical Science / Bachelor of Forensic Biotechnology are a minimum of six weeks in an approved forensic setting. The minimum requirements for the Bachelor of Medical Science (Pathology) / Bachelor of Forensic Biotechnology are a minimum of 10 weeks - six weeks in an approved pathology setting and four weeks in an approved forensic setting.

Course structure

More information about subjects and course structure.

Career opportunities

Ready to make a real difference to the world? Discover more about where this course could take you.

Admission requirements

To study this course, you will need to indicate your likelihood of success through previous studies and other attainments and experience.

Cost of study

When weighing up the costs of study, consider the benefits of having the qualification you need to achieve your personal and professional goals.

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At a glance

Study Mode

On campus; Distance education

Where

Wagga Wagga

When

Session 1

Level

Undergraduate

Duration

4 years full-time on campus
8 years distance education

International?

YES

Indicative ATAR

70

How to apply

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