Bachelor of Medical Science - University of New South Wales

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Program code: 3991
Faculty: Science
Min. years: 3 years
UOC (per year/total): 48/144
Semester 2 entry: Yes (may require summer session after 1st semester)
Est. first year tuition: A$24,960
Est. fee to complete: A$81,480
Assumed knowledge: Maths and Science

What is Medical Science?

Medical Science encompasses the study of the structure and function of the human body (anatomy and physiology) as well as the way in which our characteristics are inherited (genetics) and develop from a fertilised cell (embryology). It covers the chemistry of living organisms (biochemistry) right through to the drugs that are used to cure human disease (pharmacology). The course is an excellent starting point for postgraduate study in medicine and paramedical fields.

Program Description

This three-year degree program is jointly offered by the Faculty of Medicine and the Faculty of Science. It provides the basis for a career in biomedical research and is also an appropriate first degree for students planning to enter graduate medical or paramedical programs.

Medical science is the area of science which underpins the practice of medicine. It incorporates study of the structure and chemistry of the cells that make up living organisms (Cell & Molecular Biology and Biochemistry) with particular reference to man, and specifically of the structure and function of the human body (Anatomy and Physiology). It then deals with the general processes leading to disease (Pathology), the role of bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms in disease (Microbiology) as well as drugs which are used to cure human diseases (Pharmacology). Other areas available for study include the way in which our form and function is inherited (Genetics), the processes of development from the fertilised ovum (Embryology), the natural defences of the body (Immunology) and the study of the structure and function of the brain (Neuroscience).

Students enrolled in this program may have the opportunity to undertake a fourth year that involves a research program leading to an Honours degree.

Program Structure

YEAR 1
Evolutionary & Functional Bio Molecules, Cells and Genes, Chemistry, Mathematics, Anatomy, Perspectives in Medical Science, Statistics for Life
Sciences, Elective courses
YEAR 2
Selection of Courses from: Perspectives in Medical Sciences, Statistics for Life Sciences, Basic Histology, Systems Histology, Processes in Disease, Physiology, Microbiology 1, Principles of Biochemistry, Principles of Molecular Biology, Pharmacology
YEAR 3
Students must nominate a major discipline in: Anatomy, Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics, Microbiology and Immunology, Pathology, Physiology and Pharmacology, General Education Courses

Career Opportunities

The course is an excellent point for postgraduate study in medicine and paramedical fi elds, or a career in biomedical science, health policy and management, medical journalism or a variety of positions in pharmaceutical and other industries related to the medical field.