Bachelor of Biomedicine

• Unlock diverse career paths in medicine, health sciences, and cutting-edge biomedical research.
• Participate in groundbreaking research supporting advancements in human health.
• Gain a comprehensive biomedical foundation that connects different disciplines for a deep understanding of the human body.

The Bachelor of Biomedicine sets you up for a wide range of amazing opportunities, whether it's further study in health-related fields, specialised research, or a career dedicated to advancing human health.

Further study: professional graduate degrees

Many of our Biomedicine graduates go on to pursue graduate studies that lead to fulfilling professional careers in medicine and the health sciences. More than 80% of graduate courses commended by Biomed Alumni are in a health-related field.

However with over 100 different courses commenced by Biomed Alumni there is a diverse range of options available to you. The top pathways include an Honours year, Medicine, Dentistry, Research Training Degree in a Health/Biomedical Science field, Optometry, Engineering and Public Health.

Explore the many exciting graduate pathways available once you complete your undergraduate degree, including becoming a:

• Doctor
• Optometrist
• Nurse
• Audiologist
• Physiotherapist
• Engineer
• Dentist

Further study: graduate research

If research is your passion, you can also choose to dive into a career in biomedical research by undertaking an honours year or completing a Masters course like the Master of Biomedical Science. After that, you’ll be all set to apply for a PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) or another graduate research program.

Honours in biomedicine

An Honours year is an optional fourth year of study that gives you a wonderful chance to bring together all your previous learning and focus on an exciting piece of original research. Completing Honours can prepare you for either direct employment or further graduate research.

Interested in Honours? You can find out more by exploring our detailed information online.

A career in the biomedical sciences

The Bachelor of Biomedicine opens doors to a wide variety of exciting career opportunities, including:

• Biomedical research
• Medical technology development
• Diagnostic laboratory work
• Government agency roles
• Pharmaceutical consultancy
• Biosafety and regulation
• Drug research and development
• Clinical trials management
• Pharmaceutical marketing and sales
• Drug safety and evaluation
• Sports science roles
• Biomedical technician positions

Diverse career pathways

With just a bit more study, your Bachelor of Biomedicine can also lead you to exciting careers in fields like:

• Biomedical engineering
• Business and management
• Commercialisation of inventions
• Journalism
• Law
• Public service
• Science communication
• Teaching