The Bachelor of Medical Science (Specialisation) allows you to focus your studies in one of four specialisations which include:
The Bachelor of Medical Science aims to develop your skills to apply knowledge of Clinical Physiology, Nutrition or Pathology to clinical practice in a health professional role or research, or Biotechnology in support industries and medical research. The course is designed to build a high level of technical and evaluative skill so you can assess and implement recommendations for best practice in patient testing, monitoring, education or to develop therapeutics in the cutting-edge medical biotechnology or pharmaceutical industries. The course also aims to develop high level communication skills so that you can interact positively with patients/clients, other health professionals or industry leaders and are ready for the clinical or scientific work environment. Clinical decision making and problem solving ability will be promoted through participation in designing, carrying out and/or interpreting medical research.
The Pathology Specialisation is not available for new enrolments and exists only as an exit award for the CL10 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours) course. If you are interested in studying Medical Laboratory Science (Pathology), you should enrol in the AIMS accredited CL10 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Honours course. Alternatively, you can study the Biotechnology Specialisation with the Diagnostic Pathology Major and then upgrade to the 4th year of the CL10 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Honours.
The Nutrition Specialisation is not available for new enrolments from 2025 onwards. If you are interested in studying nutrition, you should enrol in the CQUniversity Bachelor of Nutrition course.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Medical Science course from CQUniversity have developed the expertise and skills to work as health professionals in clinical physiology, biotechnology pathology or nutritional areas.
The Clinical Physiology specialisation will prepare students for employment as clinical physiologists and medical scientists. The specialisation offers multidisciplinary training in diagnostic physiological measurement in cardiac sciences, respiratory sciences, neurophysiology and sleep science.
The Nutrition specialisation is targeted at students who will pursue a career in nutrition related health promotion and food and nutrition industries and provide a pathway for postgraduate study in health education, research and public health.
The Biotechnology specialisation will prepare students for the medical research or biotechnology industries. With an emphasis on cutting-edge technologies in the development and application of therapeutics, the student is ideally placed to pursue a career in the biopharmaceutical industry or medical research laboratories.
The Pathology specialisation (3-year exit only award for the CL10 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Honours course) will prepare students for employment in diagnostic medical laboratories where haematological, biochemical, microbiological and histological analysis of human blood, urine and tissue samples is conducted.
Duration | 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time |
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Credit Points that Must be Earned | 144 |
Number of Units Required | CQUniversity uses the concept of credits to express the amount of study required for a particular course and individual units. The number of units varies between courses. Units in undergraduate courses normally consist of 6 points of credit or multiples thereof (e.g. 12, 18, 24). |
Expected Hours of Study | One point of credit is equivalent to an expectation of approximately two hours of student work per week in a term. |
Course Type | Undergraduate Award |
Qualification (post nominal) | BMedSc |
AQF Level | Level 7: Bachelor Degree |
Course Fees |
Indicative Year - 2025
Indicative Year - 2024
Indicative Year - 2023
Indicative Year - 2022
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Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Rank Threshold | SR 69 | ATAR 69 |
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.
Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion within the last 5 years of:
completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United states of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you do not satisfy any of the above you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores as below:
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
Each student will be assessed individually.
Recommended study - English (4, SA), Mathematical Methods (4, SA), Chemistry, Biology, Science
Interim Awards | CB25 - Associate Degree of Medical Science |
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Exit Awards | CL13 - Diploma of Health Science CB25 - Associate Degree of Medical Science |
Accreditation |
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Compulsory Residential School | There are several compulsory residential schools incorporated into the course even when enrolled in Online/Flexible or Mixed modes. See More Details for more information. |
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BMSC13012 - All students enrolled in Bachelor of Medical Sciences (Specialisation) are required to undertake this unit. Students are required to undertake a minimum of 360 hours of compulsory work experience throughout the course. Refer to the More Details section within the Handbook for further information. |
BMSC12005 - This unit is specific to students enrolled in the Pathology and Clinical Physiology majors. Students are required to undertake a minimum of 360 hours of compulsory work experience throughout the course. Refer to the More Details section within the Handbook for further information. |
Year | Number of Students |
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2024 | 135 |
2023 | 161 |
2022 | 196 |
2021 | 193 |
2020 | 213 |
Please note that in some instances there may be similarities between course, entry and inherent requirements.
If you experience difficulties meeting these requirements, reasonable adjustments may be made upon contacting accessibility@cqu.edu.au. Adjustment must not compromise the academic integrity of the degree or course chosen at CQUniversity or the legal requirements of field education.
Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) placements apply to this course and as such are subject to compulsory pre-placement conditions referred to as mandatory checks and are outlined in the health, security and other compulsory requirements sections. Mandatory checks are determined by industry, organisations, legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures. To be eligible for a WIL placement, students must first achieve compliance with mandatory checks by each closing date prior to a WIL placement and maintain current evidence for the duration of the course.
Mandatory health requirements include immunisation and vaccination evidence (and serology where required) to the following diseases: Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, Influenza, and Tuberculosis screening. Additional vaccinations and screening are subject to the site or state health authority.
Effective 25 September 2023, updates have been made to the COVID-19 vaccination mandate for Queensland Health sites and the Queensland Ambulance Service. While Queensland Health does not currently mandate evidence of COVID-19 vaccination, it's essential to recognise that other organisations may enforce their own vaccination specific criteria. This situation is similar across other states and territories, with the exception of Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia, where COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory for all healthcare students.
Mandatory security requirements may include an Australian Federal Police clearance, working with children check, and NDIS worker screening clearance.
Other mandatory requirements may include a First Aid and CPR certificate, student agreement to privacy and confidentiality, fitness to participate in WIL student declaration, jurisdictional and site-specific compulsory requirements, and other training modules.
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Course Learning Outcomes | |||||||
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Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | |||||||
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | |||||||
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | |||||||
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | |||||||
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | |||||||
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | |||||||
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | |||||||
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | |||||||
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | |||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | |||||||
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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Specialisation selection is an important consideration for the Bachelor of Medical Science course. Students wishing to undertake studies in Pathology should select either the four-year AIMS accredited CL10 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Honours course or choose the CG93 Bachelor of Medical Science Biotechnology Specialisation and the Diagnostic Pathology Major with the opportunity to then upgrade to the final year of the CL10 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Honours following completion of the Bachelor of Medical Science Biotechnology and Diagnostic Pathology course. Students who may be using the Bachelor of Medical Science (Specialisation) as an undergraduate degree to later enrol in Graduate Medical Schools, should consider the Bachelor of Medical Science Clinical Physiology Specialisation from initial enrolment with the Biomedical and Research Minors selected.
The Nutrition Specialisation will not be taking any new enrolments from 2025 onwards. If you are interested to study nutrition or dietetics, it is recommended that you consider applying for our CQUniversity Bachelor of Nutrition or combined Bachelor of Nutrition / Master of Dietetics courses.
Please note that the Bachelor of Medical Sciences (Specialisation) has the following locations of offering for each specialisation:
Pathology (as an exit award for CL10 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Honours)
Biotechnology (Diagnostic Pathology, Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) Majors and all minors): Rockhampton or Online
Clinical Physiology: Rockhampton, Bundaberg or Online
Nutrition and Biotechnology (Food Technology Major): Rockhampton, Bundaberg or Online
Nutrition: Rockhampton or Online
The Bachelor of Medical Science has eight compulsory units. Seven of the compulsory units are studied in the first year of the course; the eighth compulsory unit is studied in the final year of the course.
Students must complete:
Students enrolled in the Biotechnology, Clinical Physiology or Nutrition Specialisations will either select one major or two minors from a prescribed list. Students cannot enrol in the Pathology Specialisation. The Pathology Specialisation only exists as an exit award for the CL10 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Honours course.
Students who undertake the Biotechnology Specialisation may also select a "Diagnostic Pathology" co-major. Upon graduation, these students will receive the award of Bachelor of Medical Science (Biotechnology and Diagnostic Pathology). These students may also transfer into the 4-year accredited CL10 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours) degree. Further major options for the Biotechnology Specialisation include Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) (which integrates into the Master of Teaching (Secondary)) and Food Technology.
The Nutrition Specialisation has a curated suite of majors (Clinical Nutrition, Food Technology, Psychology and Pathway to Teaching (Secondary)).
Please note that whilst individual units may be available across more than one campus, students enrolled in the Bachelor of Medical Science (Clinical Physiology Specialisation) can select the Rockhampton, Bundaberg or Online study option. For students enrolled in the Nutrition or Biotechnology Specialisations with the Food Technology Major selected, the study options are Rockhampton, Bundaberg or Online. For all other major offerings within the Nutrition or Biotechnology Specialisations, the study options are Rockhampton or Online.
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
CHEM11043 | Atoms, Molecules and Matter | |
BMSC11005 | Foundations of Biochemistry | |
BMSC13012 | Advanced Work Integrated Learning | |
BMSC11003 | Professional Practice in Medical Sciences | |
MBIO19012 | Microbiology | |
BMSC11012 | Foundations of Immunology |
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Students must complete 2 from the following units: | ||
BMSC11010 | Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 | |
BMSC11011 | Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 | |
BMSC11007 | Medical Anatomy and Physiology 1 | |
BMSC11008 | Medical Anatomy and Physiology 2 |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Medical Science (Biotechnology) can select one of three, 8 unit majors (Diagnostic Pathology, Food Technology or Pathway to Teaching (Secondary)).
The units involved in the Diagnostic Pathology Major include:
Students may wish to articulate into the CL10 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours) upon completion of this Diagnostic Pathology major within the Biotechnology course.
The Units for the Food Technology and Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) Majors can be found within those Major selections below.
Please note that the Bachelor of Medical Sciences (Biotechnology) Diagnostic Pathology Major is offered at the Rockhampton campus or through our Online study option.
The Biotechnology Specialisation is available to students studying the Bachelor of Medical Science course. It contains 8 units (48 credit points). Students must also choose one major (Diagnostic Pathology or Food Technology or Pathway to Teaching (Secondary)) or two minors from the below list. The Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) Major, once completed, will allow for potential eligibility to the Master of Education course as a vertically integrated Masters if a GPA of 4.0 and other admissions criteria are met. The Food Technology Major provides you with the opportunity to combine industry relevant experience which translates across Human Health, Nutrition, Agriculture and Food Technology industries.
Majors:
Minors:
Students who complete the Diagnostic Pathology Major will receive the award of Bachelor of Medical Science (Biotechnology and Diagnostic Pathology) upon graduation. They are also eligible to transfer into the 4-year accredited Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours) upon the completion of this degree.
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
BMSC12012 | Molecular Cell Biology | |
BMSC12010 | Clinical Biochemistry | |
MPAT12001 | Medical Pathophysiology | |
BMSC13010 | Pharmacology | |
BMSC13020 | Drug Discovery and Clinical Trials | |
BMSC13015 | Molecular Targeted Therapies | |
BMSC12015 | Cell and Tissue Biology | |
BMSC13023 | Applied Immunology |
Number of units: 7 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The Bachelor of Medical Science Clinical Physiology Specialisation has seven compulsory units. Six of the compulsory units are studied in the first year of the course; the seventh compulsory unit is studied in the final year of the course. The seventh compulsory unit, BMSC13012 Advanced Work Integrated Learning provides the opportunity of students completing a work placement in a hospital or clinical setting.
The Biomedical Minor is highly recommended for students who choose to practice as a Clinical Physiologist/Scientist because the 4 units of study within this minor are essential to the knowledge required for a Clinical Physiologist to practice safely in a work environment. The Biomedical and Research Minors taken together, form an ideal recommended undergraduate degree for those students who plan to apply for future Graduate Medical studies.
Students have a choice of studying four minors in a non-cognate discipline.
Please note that the Bachelor of Medical Sciences (Clinical Physiology) is offered at the Rockhampton and Bundaberg campuses, or through our Online study option.
The Clinical Physiology Specialisation is available to students studying the Bachelor of Medical Science course. It contains 7 units (48 credit points). Students must undertake two minors, from the below list:
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
BMSC12006 | Cardiorespiratory Physiology and Measurement | |
BMSC12007 | Neurological Physiology & Measurement | |
BMSC12005 | Work Integrated Learning | |
BMSC12009 | Sleep Physiology and Measurement | |
BMSC13019 | Advanced Cardiovascular and Respiratory Measurement | |
BMSC13006 | Advanced Neurophysiological Measurement | |
MPAT12001 | Medical Pathophysiology |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The Nutrition Specialisation will not be taking any new enrolments from 2025 onwards. If you are interested to study nutrition or dietetics, it is recommended that you consider applying for our CQUniversity Bachelor of Nutrition or combined Bachelor of Nutrition / Master of Dietetics courses.
Please note that the Bachelor of Medical Sciences Nutrition Specialisation is offered at the Rockhampton campus or through our Online study option.
The Nutrition Specialisation will not be taking any new enrolments from 2025 onwards. If you are interested to study nutrition or dietetics, it is recommended that you consider applying for our CQUniversity Bachelor of Nutrition or combined Bachelor of Nutrition / Master of Dietetics courses.
The Nutrition Specialisation contains 8 units (48 credit points). Students intending to select a pathway into a Masters of Dietetics would be advised to select the Clinical Nutrition Major to be eligible for entry into a Masters course. Other recommended majors are Food Technology, Psychology or Pathway to Teaching (Secondary). The Psychology Major combines the discipline strengths of a robust program of study in Medical Science Nutrition with Psychology. The Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) Major is designed to allow for potential eligibility to the Master of Education course as a vertically integrated Masters if a GPA of 4.0 and other admissions criteria are met. The Food Technology Major provides you with the opportunity to combine industry relevant experience which translates across Human Health, Nutrition, Agriculture and Food Technology industries.
Majors:
Alternatively, students can select two minors from the list below.
Minors:
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
BMSC12013 | Nutritional Physiology | |
NUTR12001 | Human Nutrition | |
ENVH12001 | Food Safety | |
NUTR13001 | Public Health Nutrition | |
MPAT12001 | Medical Pathophysiology | |
HLTH13031 | Population Health Epidemiology | |
CHEM12077 | Food Science & Analysis | |
BMSC11006 | Food, Nutrition and Health |
Number of units: 16 | Total credit points: 96 |
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Please note that the Bachelor of Medical Sciences (Pathology) is only offered as an exit award for the AIMS accredited CL10 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science course.
The CG93 Bachelor of Medical Science (Pathology) Specialisation exists as a 3-year exit award for the CL10 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours) course. There are no optional majors or minors within this structure. No students can enrol in this Specialisation.
Number of units: 4 | Total credit points: 24 |
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The Biomedical Minor is highly recommended for students who opt to study the Clinical Physiology Specialisation because the 4 units of study within this minor support the delivery of knowledge required for a Clinical Physiologist/Scientist to practice safely in a work environment. This minor also contains key Units which are recommended for any students wishing to pursue post graduate medical programs (recommended to complete both the Biomedical and Research Minors for this option).
All pre-requisites for the Biomedical Minor can be met within the four units of the minor.
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
BMSC12010 | Clinical Biochemistry | |
BMSC12012 | Molecular Cell Biology | |
BMSC12015 | Cell and Tissue Biology | |
BMSC13010 | Pharmacology |
Number of units: 4 | Total credit points: 24 |
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The Chemistry Minor enables students to compile a minor consistent within an area of interest and/or career/professional pathways not already covered in the existing Specialisation. All pre-requisites for the Chemistry Minor can be met within the four units of the minor.
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
CHEM11044 | Chemical Reactions | |
BMED19007 | Forensic Science | |
CHEM13080 | Analytical Science | |
CHEM13082 | Nanotechnology: Health and the environment |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The Clinical Nutrition Major is only available for selection if you are enrolled in the Bachelor of Medical Science Nutrition Specialisation.
Studying the Clinical Nutrition Major enables students to more easily meet the entry requirements for a Masters of Nutrition and Dietetics following completion of the Bachelor's award.
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The Diagnostic Pathology Major is only available to the Bachelor of Medical Sciences (Biotechnology) Specialisation. Biotechnology students who complete the Diagnostic Pathology Major will be awarded the Bachelor of Medical Science (Biotechnology and Diagnostic Pathology).
The Diagnostic Pathology Major essentially operates as a co-major and will enhance the students knowledge in diagnostic pathology and provide them with a unique opportunity to explore the synergies between the biotechnology and pathology sectors. Biotechnology students who complete this Diagnostic Pathology Major will be awarded the Bachelor of Medical Science (Biotechnology and Diagnostic Pathology). They will also be eligible to transfer into CL10 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Honours).
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
ESSC11002 | Measurement and Evaluation in Health Science | |
BMSC12011 | Medical Microbiology 1 | |
BMSC12001 | Histological and Cytological Techniques | |
BMSC12003 | Haematology and Transfusion Science | |
BMSC13002 | Advanced Clinical Biochemistry | |
BMSC13003 | Medical Microbiology 2 | |
BMSC13001 | Advanced Haematology | |
BMSC13016 | Advanced Histopathology and Cytopathology |
Number of units: 4 | Total credit points: 24 |
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The Entrepreneurship Minor enables students to compile a minor consistent within an area of interest and/or career/professional pathways not already covered in the existing Specialisation. All pre-requisites for the Entrepreneurship Minor can be met within the four units of the minor.
Available units | ||
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
MGMT11109 | Introduction to Business | |
MRKT11029 | Marketing Fundamentals | |
MRKT13014 | New Product Development and Branding | |
MGMT13151 | Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The Food Technology Major is only available for selection if you are enrolled in the Bachelor of Medical Science Biotechnology or Nutrition Specialisations.
The Food Technology Major will provide you with the skills and training to transition across industries which link Biotechnology, Nutrition, Food Production, Food Science, Agriculture and Human Health. By combining either a Medical Science Biotechnology or Nutrition Specialisation with the Food Technology Major you will be uniquely placed to build on the University's strength areas of Agriculture and Medical Science and provide your skills to one of Australia's largest regional industries. The Food Science Major can only be selected from the Medical Science Biotechnology or Nutrition Specialisations.
Number of units: 4 | Total credit points: 24 |
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The Indigenous Health Minor enables students to compile a minor consistent within an area of interest and/or career/professional pathways not already covered in the existing Specialisation. All pre-requisites for the Indigenous Health Minor can be met within the four units of the minor.
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
INDG11006 | Education and Learning: Colonisation and Decolonisation in the Cultural Interface | |
INDG19015 | Aboriginal Cultures and Country | |
INDG11015 | Contemporary Indigenous Issues | |
HLTH13035 | Health in all Policies |
Number of units: 4 | Total credit points: 24 |
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This minor has been designed to support credit, articulation agreements and transition arrangements. Students cannot opt-in to complete the Liberal Studies Minor. Please contact Course Advice for further information.
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) Major is only available for selection if you are enrolled in the Bachelor of Medical Science Biotechnology or Nutrition Specialisations.
The Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) Major (8 units) is designed to fast-track students to the Master of Teaching (Secondary) after completion of the Bachelor of Medical Science Nutrition or Biotechnology Specialisations. The Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) will commence your post graduate studies to prepare you for a career as a secondary school teacher in State, Catholic and Independent Schools in Australia. Selection of this major does not guarantee entry into the Master of Teaching (Secondary) course. You must still apply and be accepted into the Master of Teaching (Secondary) as per normal processes using academic and non-academic entry requirements. Once accepted into the Master of Teaching (Secondary), you can apply for the four units of credit from the Pathway to Teaching (Secondary) Major that are directly from the Master of Teaching (Secondary). Your potential teaching strength areas will be Mathematics. Completion of this course of study alone does not meet eligibility requirements for teacher registration. This pathway is suited to students who wish to obtain a CG93 Bachelor of Medical Science Biotechnology or Nutrition Specialisation and then go on to study a Master of Teaching (Secondary) qualification as their pathway to an accredited teaching qualification.
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
ESSC11002 | Measurement and Evaluation in Health Science | |
EDED20494 | Indigenous Learners and Learning | |
EDSE20017 | Learning and Teaching in Junior Secondary | |
EDED20493 | Diversity and Inclusion | |
EDSE20019 | Literacy and Numeracy Learning and Teaching | |
MATH11248 | Algebra 1 | |
MATH12226 | Algebra 2 | |
MATH13220 | Advanced General Mathematics |
Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The Psychology Major is only available for selection if you are enrolled in the Bachelor of Medical Science Nutrition Specialisation.
Studying the Psychology Major (can only be selected with the CG93 Medical Science Nutrition Specialisation) allows for students who wish to work in aligned public health, behaviour change and lifestyle intervention sectors to have additional resources to impact nutritional and patient assessments. This selection also allows for future postgraduate studies across discipline areas of medical science, nutrition, allied health and psychology.
Number of units: 4 | Total credit points: 24 |
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The Research Minor enables students to complete a minor consistent within an area of interest and/or career/professional pathways not already covered in the existing Specialisation. All pre-requisites for the Research Minor can be met within the four units of the minor.
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Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
ESSC11002 | Measurement and Evaluation in Health Science | |
ALLH11009 | Research Methods for Health Professionals | |
ALLH12006 | Evidence Based Practice for Health Professionals | |
BMSC13013 | Research Project |
PLEASE NOTE: ONLY THE CLINICAL PHYSIOLOGY MAJOR CAN BE STUDIED INTERNALLY ON CAMPUS AT BUNDABERG. All other majors can be studied on Rockhampton campus or Online.
Work Placement
Students are required to undertake work placement in health industry professional discipline areas relevant to their specialisation (Biotechnology, Clinical Physiology, Nutrition). From 2025, there will be no student enrolment in the Nutrition specialisation. Students should enrol in the Bachelor of Nutrition courses (CM60, CM61, CM62). Existing Nutrition specialisation students will continue with their course planner. Experience in authentic work environments is very valuable as it develops the professional skills and ‘work readiness' of graduates. Work placements are currently required for the following units:
Clinical Physiology
BMSC12005 - 6 weeks
BMSC13012 – 6 weeks
Nutrition
BMSC13012 – 6 weeks
Biotechnology
BMSC13012 – 6 weeks
Failure to complete work placement and submit the compulsory activities (verified log book and supervisor evaluation) will result in students being deemed ineligible to graduate until this component is satisfactorily completed, regardless of whether all other required elements of the course have been successfully completed.
Before commencing work placement or Work Integrated Learning units, students must have gathered the following:
Current National Police Check (not older than 3 years), or current Blue card for Queensland residents;
Completed Queensland Health student health professionals' clinical placement or field work orientation checklist (http://www.health.qld.gov.au/SOP/) if attending a clinical placement within a Queensland Health facility;
Current first aid certificate;
Blue Card; and
Evidence of Immunisations as per the CQUniversity Policy for Vaccination of students in health courses.
Residential Schools
Online/mixed mode students will be required to attend residential schools on Rockhampton campus to promote development of course learning outcomes.
Computing Requirements
It is a requirement of enrolment in this course that students have access to the CQUniversity website. Students may be required to undertake various components of study in the course using email and the Internet.
It is strongly recommended that students have access to a broadband connection or higher to access online student resources that would include but not limited to, email, internet, video streaming, electronic assessment submission.
Recognition of prior learning and application for credit transfer
Course credit may be granted to students who are able to demonstrate appropriate prior learning or experience. Credit transfer will only be granted where a student is able to demonstrate that tertiary studies, equivalent in content and depth to the CQUniversity course, have been successfully completed. Students should examine the unit synopses in this handbook to determine the units for which they may be eligible to claim exemption.
Refer to the Credit Transfer website at http://www.cqu.edu.au/credittransfer for further details on the guidelines and application process.
You can apply for direct credit against CQUniversity units, if equivalent tertiary level study has been completed. You must supply relevant documentation (study guides, unit profiles, etc) to do this. If your study was undertaken more than 10 years ago, you may not be eligible for credit.