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Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Science) - Queensland University of Technology |
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TEL: 0207 193 7932
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| QTAC code: | | 418201 |
| | Domestic entry: | | February |
| | Past OP cut-off: | | 12 |
| | Past rank cut-off: | | 76 |
| | Assumed knowledge: | | English (4, SA), Maths B (4, SA) and Chemistry (4, SA) |
| | Preparatory studies: | | MATHS: QUT unit Preparatory Mathematics as a visiting student or QUT Continuing Professional Education course Mathematics Bridging. CHEMISTRY: QUT unit Introductory Chemistry as a visiting student or QUT Continuing Professional Chemistry Bridging. ENGLISH: Successful completion of a year of full-time vocational or tertiary study. |
| | OP Guarantee: | | Yes |
| | CRICOS code: | | 020331D |
| | International fees: | | 2009: $11,500 (indicative) per semester
(per semester, subject to annual review) |
| | International entry: | | February and July (Conditions apply for July entry) |
| | Course duration (full-time): | | 3 Years |
| | Course duration (part-time): | | 6 Years |
| | Total credit points: | | 300 |
| | Standard credit points/full-time semester: | | 48 |
| | Campus: | | Gardens Point |
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Career Opportunities
This course can provide a range of exciting opportunities in the field of medical science.
The degree is the preferred qualification for employment in the pathology industry as a scientist. Scientists in the pathology industry perform tests on human blood or tissue and other forms of testing in the areas of immunology, haematology, microbiology, histopathology, cytology and biochemistry. You may decide to specialise in areas such as leukaemia diagnosis, cytogenetics, stem cell manipulation, tumour diagnosis, cytological diagnosis, DNA testing or forensic testing, or proceed to a managerial position within a pathology laboratory or hospital.
The course also provides a first degree for students wishing to undertake postgraduate studies in medicine. Graduates also have the opportunity to proceed to postgraduate studies leading to a career in medical research. Graduates are currently working as researchers in areas such as malaria, virology, stem cells, immunology and molecular biology.
Special Course Requirements
Students are required to undertake a minimum six-week work experience program in a practising pathology laboratory. This takes place at the end of the second year in the full-time program and in a suitable vacation period during the part-time program. Proof of successful vaccination against Hepatitis B must be provided by students at the end of first semester of year two of the program.
Professional Recognition
Graduates are immediately eligible for graduate membership of the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists and will have completed the academic requirements for admission as Members.
Why Choose this Course?
This is the only medical science degree in southern Queensland which is accredited with the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS). In recent years more than 90 per cent of graduates seeking employment were successful within four months of graduation.
The course is designed in consultation with senior staff in pathology laboratories, so you'll gain advanced knowledge of new diagnostic techniques used in the workplace. QUT has state-of-the-art laboratories, allowing you to graduate with extensive experience using equipment found in industry. Medical Science students also undertake clinical placements in pathology laboratories during the course giving you a chance to use your skills in a real workplace.
Course Structure
| Code | Title | | Year 1, Semester 1 | | MAB141 | Mathematics and Statistics for Medical Science | | PCB150 | Physics 1H | | SCB112 | Cellular Basis of Life | | SCB113 | Chemistry for Health and Medical Science | | Year 1, Semester 2 | | LSB250 | Human Physiology | | LSB255 | Human Anatomy | | SCB122 | Cell and Molecular Biology | | SCB131 | Experimental Chemistry | | Year 2, Semester 1 | | LQB383 | Molecular and Cellular Regulation | | LQB386 | Microbial Structure and Function | | LSB325 | Biochemistry | | LSB365 | Pathology | | Year 2, Semester 2 | | LSB425 | Quantitative Medical Science | | LSB435 | Diagnostic Microbiology 1 | | LSB438 | Immunology 1 | | LSB465 | Histopathology 1 | | Year 2, Summer Semester | | LSB480 | Professional Practice | | Year 3, Semester 1 | | LSB525 | Clinical Biochemistry 1 | | LSB535 | Microbial Immunology | | LSB555 | Haematology 1 | | LSB565 | Histopathology 2 | | Year 3, Semester 2 | | LSB625 | Clinical Biochemistry 2 | | LSB635 | Diagnostic Microbiology 2 | | LSB655 | Haematology 2 | | LSB665 | Immunohaematology |
Potential careers
Biochemist
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Medical Scientist
Microbiologist
Operations Manager
Pathology Scientist
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