Biomedical science is a continually changing, dynamic field with long-term career prospects, including roles in management, research, education and specialised laboratory work.
Biomedical scientists focus on how cells, organs and systems function in the human body. Their work is an important element in our understanding and treatment of human diseases. This course introduces a broad range of theory, including studies in anatomy, physiology, microbiology, immunology, genetics, biochemistry and biomedical ethics, while giving you extensive practical experience in cutting edge laboratories, located in our purpose-built $50m Science building. As a Biomedical Science graduate, you can also continue on to specialise in one of these fields: medical science, medical microbiology, genetics, haematology, histopathology, anthropology, cytology, human biology, immunology, medicine, nutrition science, biochemistry, data science, clinical chemistry or evolutionary medicine.
Majors you can study in this course
Applied Chemistry
Data Science
Forensic Science
Human Biology
Human Genetics
Medical Sciences
Nutrition Science
Course learning outcomes
Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical biomedical situations.
Think critically to analyse, interpret and conceptualise complex biomedical problems.
Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate discipline specific responses.
Use digital technologies and literacies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources.
Communicate disciplinary knowledge and values in professional and public contexts.
Demonstrate a global outlook with respect for cultural diversity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competence.
Work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative to implement social, sustainable, and ethical values.
Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning and professional practice.
Career Opportunities
Biomedical science is a continually changing, dynamic profession with long-term career prospects, including management, research, education, the health industry, and specialised laboratory work.
Possible future job titles
Audiology, Biochemistry Technician, Haematology Technician, Histology Technician, Laboratory Manager, Laboratory Technician, Laboratory Scientist, Medical Researcher, Research Officer, Nutritionist
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
July 2025
Joondalup Campus
270 Joondalup Drive,
JOONDALUP,
Western Australia,
6027, PERTH, Australia
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
February 2025
Joondalup Campus
270 Joondalup Drive,
JOONDALUP,
Western Australia,
6027, PERTH, Australia
There are various ways to meet our admission requirements, such as:
Secondary school results
Successful completion of one year of tertiary study from a recognised institution
Completed Diploma program from a recognised institution
English competency requirements:
IELTS Academic: An overall band minimum score of 6.0, with no individual band less than 6.0. (Results are typically valid for 2 years and online tests are not acceptable.)
TOEFL iBT: 70 (no individual score less than 17)
TOEFL Paper-Based Test (PBT): Minimum score of 550, including Test of Written English of 5 or better. (Results are typically valid for only 2 years.)
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: 52, with no scores less than 50. (Results are typically valid for only two years.)
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
For the third year in a row, ECU students have rated it the top public university in Australia for overall undergraduate experience (QILT 2023).
