StudyQA — Bachelor: Biomedical Science — University of New England

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Description

This degree is designed for students wanting a science-based course that is focused towards career opportunities in the medical, paramedical and forensic fields. The areas of study include: basic science (biology, chemistry and mathematics) followed by human physiology, genetics, nutrition, biochemistry and microbiology and the integration and applications of disciplines such as anatomy, biochemistry, biophysics, chemistry, genetics, microbiology, pharmacology and human physiology into biomedical science. Study is also available in bioethics and sociology of medicine.

Career Opportunities

Major career options are contemporary areas of the biomedical industry such as positions in pathology and medical laboratories, hospitals and medical supply companies, as well as in research and development. The course provides an excellent scientific basis for entry into postgraduate awards such as medicine, pharmacy, business administration and law.

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline You are advised to apply as early as possible Tuition fee

EUR 14770 Year (National)
EUR 14770 Year (International)

Start date February,June,October 2015 Credits 144
Duration full-time 36 months Languages Take an IELTS test

English

Delivery mode Online Educational variant Part-time, Full-time Intensity Flexible Attendance No Attendance Teacher support Continuous support with feedback on request

Course Content

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

demonstrate a broad knowledge of biomedical science, including the creative endeavour involved in acquiring new knowledge, and the contestable and testable nature of scientific knowledge;

use and apply recognised methods of biomedical science, appropriate practical techniques and tools for processes of discovery and inquiry;

demonstrate personal and social responsibility through an awareness of the ethical frameworks, by working safely and responsibly in individual and team environments; and

use scientific literacy to understand and explain scientific issues to peers, scientific non-experts and the general community.

Graduate Attributes

Knowledge of a Discipline

Graduates will understand ways of scientific thinking and the nature of science as a broad discipline. They will also have specialised knowledge in biomedical science.

Communication Skills

Graduates will be able to communicate scientific results, information or arguments to a range of audiences and for a range of purposes.

Global Perspectives

Graduates will understand and be able to articulate, aspects of the place and importance of biomedical science in the local and global community.

Information Literacy

Graduates will be able to communicate scientific results, information or arguments to a range of audiences and for a range of purposes. They will also be able to synthesize and evaluate information from a range of sources, using a range of technologies.

Life-Long Learning

Graduates will be able to take personal responsibility for lifelong learning by demonstrating a capacity for self-directed learning.

Problem Solving

Graduates will be able to investigate and solve problems by using recognised methods of science and appropriate practical techniques and tools. Also, by formulating hypotheses, collecting valid and reliable data, and incorporating quantitative evidence into arguments.

Social Responsibility

Graduates will be able to take social responsibility by recognising the relevant ethical frameworks within which science is practised and show a capacity for working responsibly and safely in both individual and team environments.

Team Work

Graduates will have an awareness of the need to function effectively as members or leaders of scientific or multidisciplinary teams.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6 TOEFL iBT® test : 79

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

take an IELTS test. More About IELTS

Requirements

A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).

Assumed knowledge is two unit Mathematics.

Recommended studies: Biology and/or Chemistry and/or Physics

For students without the recommended background knowledge, the School offers Foundation units in Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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