Duration
3 years full time / 6 years part time
Mode (Location)
On campus (Parkville)
Intake
February, July
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Fees
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available
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Entry requirements
90.00 - Lowest selection rank 2026 (guide only)
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Entry schemes
Access Melbourne is available
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Course overview
Overview
Honours is available for this course
- Prepare for diverse health careers in the world-leading Melbourne Biomedical Precinct and beyond
- Learn to collaborate across the health disciplines through our integrated multidisciplinary curriculum
- Experience a supportive, welcoming and social Biomedicine student community
In today’s rapidly changing world, health challenges are more complex than ever. The Bachelor of Biomedicine at the University of Melbourne will future-proof your health career by immersing you in the largest biomedical precinct in the Southern hemisphere, home to more than 40 world-class hospitals, research institutes and biotechnology organisations. You’ll also benefit from a global ecosystem of 900+ health and biomedical science partners across Melbourne, Victoria and beyond – placing you at the centre of world-class healthcare.
Whether you’re working towards a future in medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy, optometry, clinical audiology, biomedical research or another health career you’re yet to discover, the Bachelor of Biomedicine will prepare you to solve the health challenges of tomorrow.
You’ll be taught by experts working at the cutting edge of health to understand complex challenges from multiple angles, while using the latest technology and applying the cross-disciplinary knowledge that modern health careers demand. Experience a supportive, welcoming and social student community as you immerse yourself in the biomedical sciences that underpin life, disease and health systems.
Is the Bachelor of Biomedicine for you?
If your dream is to pursue a career in a health profession or biomedical research, the Bachelor of Biomedicine is the course for you. You’ll get to explore several fields through our integrated, multidisciplinary curriculum before choosing an area to specialise in through your choice of major.
Whatever career pathway you choose, the cross-disciplinary skills you develop in critical thinking, problem-solving, evidence analysis and communication will prepare you for the challenges of modern healthcare, supported by a global network of world-leading health and biomedical science partners.
Why study the Bachelor of Biomedicine?
The Bachelor of Biomedicine offers a unique and comprehensive learning experience that prepares you for diverse and impactful careers in health and beyond.
Learn to collaborate across health disciplines
Our integrated curriculum teaches you to solve health challenges across fields including anatomy, physiology, psychology and public health. The course is also part of the Melbourne curriculum, a distinctive educational approach shaped by global best practice which helps our students to become great thinkers with the flexible mindset needed to solve future global challenges through their depth and breadth of knowledge.
Launch your health career at Australia's #1 university for graduate employability*
The Bachelor of Biomedicine and Bachelor of Biomedicine (Hons) programs provide a pathway to a range of postgraduate entry qualifications in health, where you may also be eligible for recognition of prior learning. As part of your future studies you’ll benefit from placement opportunities in one of the largest ecosystems of health and biomedical research partners in the world to help take your career to the next level. (*Times Higher Education Graduate Employability 2026)
Build connections that shape your future
Connect with world-leading industry partners through work-integrated learning in the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct, regional Victoria and beyond, with the option to complete a third-year or Honours research project with one of these partners. Learn to solve real-world health challenges in a research-informed curriculum shaped by industry experts.
Join a community that feels like home
The Nucleus Homeroom is our dedicated space for Bachelor of Biomedicine students to connect through games, ice-breaking activities and networking events. The space is also used by students to seek support from teaching staff, industry experts and alumni. The Homeroom is frequented by global health leaders such as Peter Doherty from the Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity.
Attend free social events and academic activities
The Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences has more clubs and societies than any other faculty at the university, allowing you to connect with like-minded peers and make the most of student life. The Biomedicine Students’ Society is the largest and most active at the university and coordinates annual balls, networking events, study sessions, social nights and much more.
Network with academic leaders and course alumni
Our ‘Professors in the Park’ walks provide students with the opportunity to network and seek advice from teaching staff, researchers and health professionals. Through regular alumni events including career breakfasts, you can connect with recent graduates and find out all about the many career pathways available to you.
Is there a difference between a Bachelor of Biomedical Science and a Bachelor of Biomedicine?
Generally, they mean the same thing, with degrees called different names by various universities and countries. The University of Melbourne offers both a Bachelor of Biomedicine and a Bachelor of Biomedicine with Honours.