Bachelor of Biomedical Science
Overview
During our 3 year program, you’ll discover the latest in globally relevant biomedical practices, and gain the theoretical and hands-on skills to prepare yourself for a dynamic career in modern medical science.
Biomedical scientists provide the foundation of modern healthcare and assist in developing treatments for diseases.
As a biomedical science student at UQ, your courses will cover molecular and cellular biology through to body systems. You'll learn the scientific process through activities ranging from experimental design to computer modelling, and you’ll gain plenty of hands-on experience in the lab.
Explore what a career in research might be like by participating in Summer or Winter Research Programs for undergraduate students, or by undertaking a small research project in your third year.
Our cutting-edge teaching laboratories are equipped with over $15 million worth of research infrastructure, making them some of the best in the country.
You’ll learn in UQ’s Gross Anatomy Facility, one of Australia’s leading scientific, training and research facilities for anatomy, and you’ll have access to the Integrated Pathology Learning Centre (IPLC), which houses over 5,000 human pathology specimens.
Program highlights
- Learn from award-winning lecturers and researchers who are leaders in modern biomedical science, health and medicine.
- Gain extensive experience in practical laboratories, where the latest breakthroughs in medical sciences are taking place.
- Use the program as a pathway to study medicine or allied health programs.
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Work placements
- Research experience
- Laboratory work
- Seminars
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:
- Analysis of Scientific Data
- Integrative Cell and Tissue Biology
- Microbiology and Immunology
- Principles of Pharmacology
Dual programs
Double your skills and your opportunities with a dual degree. You can study the Bachelor of Biomedical Science as a part of these dual programs:
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Laboratory technician
- Research and development coordinator
- IVF scientist
- Medical laboratory scientist
- Clinical trials research assistant
- Biomedical scientist
- Environmental and science communicator
- Data analyst
- Forensic specialist
- Biomedical imaging manager
Next steps after graduation
You’ll graduate with the core knowledge, practical skills and technical expertise required to embark on a career in biomedical science.
Expect to find work in a range of fields, including:
- hospital and clinical diagnostics
- the biotechnology and pharmaceuticals industries
- laboratory-based molecular and cellular biology
- health policy and communication
- secondary or tertiary teaching, when combined with a teaching qualification.
Many students choose to use this degree as a pathway to a research-based honours program, or to postgraduate Doctor of Medicine or allied health programs.
UQ was the best option for me to pursue a science career because their research output and contributions are internationally recognised. UQ offers so many opportunities to gain valuable skills and experience to kick start your science career such as scholarships, work experience, free lectures and talks.
For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to help people. I decided to study biomedical science primarily because it sounded interesting and it was at the interface of science and medicine.
UQ was the best option for me to pursue a science career because their research output and contributions are internationally recognised. UQ offers so many opportunities to gain valuable skills and experience to kick start your science career such as scholarships, work experience, free lectures and talks.
For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to help people. I decided to study biomedical science primarily because it sounded interesting and it was at the interface of science and medicine.
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Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
Entry score threshold
| ATAR / Rank | IB |
|---|---|
| 80 | 28.75 |
These are the lowest adjusted scores we made an offer to in Semester 1, 2024. Entry scores are based on the most recent Semester 1 intake and are updated in April each year. Meeting the entry score threshold doesn't guarantee admission.
Guarantee your place at UQ: If you meet our guaranteed minimum ATAR you could secure an offer for your preferred program.
English language requirements
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.
OET is not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.
Student visas
International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Bachelor of Biomedical Science are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.
Entry score range
This table shows the range of entry scores for recent secondary students offered a place in the B Biomedical Science for Semester 1, 2024
| Without adjustments | With adjustments | |
|---|---|---|
| Highest | 99.95 | 99.95 |
| Median | 93.55 | 94.8 |
| Lowest | 77.75 | 80.05 |
Who you'll study with
Here's a snapshot of our student intake for this program in Semester 1, 2024:
| Applicant background | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
|---|---|---|
(A) Higher education study | 24 | 8.3% |
(B) Vocational Education and Training (VET) study | <5 | <5 |
(C) Work and life experience | <5 | <5 |
| (D) Recent secondary education | ||
| 209 | 72.6% |
| 17 | 5.9% |
| 0 | 0% |
International students | 34 | 11.8% |
Total | 288 | 100% |
"<5" — The number of students is less than 5.
N/A — Students not accepted in this category.
N/P — Not published. The number is hidden to protect the privacy of students in other cells.
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Fees and Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
$8,651
2025
$8,651
2025
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
AUD $53,760
2025
AUD $53,760
2025
Government assistance
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
HECS-HELP
Domestic places in the Bachelor of Biomedical Science are Commonwealth Supported. This means the cost of your education is shared between you and the Australian Government.
Instead of tuition fees, Commonwealth Supported students pay what are called student contribution amounts.
HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their student contribution amounts.
Centrelink support
The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.
Scholarships
You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships, including:
How to apply
Applying online
If your senior schooling is from outside Australia, you can submit your application to UQ. Or, if you prefer, you can use an approved UQ agent in your country.
The program code for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science is 2415.
Find out more about applying for undergraduate study
If your senior schooling is from Australia
Submit your application to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre if you're an international student who is currently studying:
- Australian Year 12 (in Australia or another country), or
- the International Baccalaureate in Australia.
The QTAC code for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science is 731201.
Applying through QTAC
All domestic applications should be submitted to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC).
The QTAC code for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science is 731201.
Important dates
If you’re studying Year 12 in Australia, go to the QTAC website to check the closing date for this program.
If you’re applying to UQ, the closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
- To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Important dates
To check the closing date for this program, go to the QTAC website.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Admissions schemes
Applying to university can be both exciting and daunting, which is why we’ve tried to make the process as simple as we can.
We have several schemes in place to improve your chances of getting a place at UQ.
Pathway options
A rank or score doesn’t determine your potential.
If you're not offered a place in your first-choice program – or if you don't meet the entry requirements – you still have a number of options.
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For support with applying – or if you have any questions about university life – get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit.
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