Program Requirements
The Bachelor of Medical Science requires completion of 144 units, of which:
A maximum of 60 units may come from completion of 1000-level courses
If the exchange takes place in the second year or equivalent, the 144 units must consist of:
42 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:
BIOL1003 Evolution, Ecology & Genetics
BIOL1004 Molecular & Cell Biology
BIOL1008 Human Biology
BIOL3141 Infection and Immunity
BIOL3190 Medical Science in the Workplace
CHEM1101 Chemistry 1
CHEM1201 Chemistry 2
6 units from completion of quantitative skills courses from the following list:
BIAN3014 Research Design and Analysis in Biological Anthropology
BIOL2202 Experimental Design and Analysis in Biology
ENVS1003 Introduction to Environmental and Social Research
PSYC2009 Quantitative Methods in Psychology
STAT1003 Statistical Techniques
STAT1008 Quantitative Research Methods
48 units equivalent from completion of courses at UniSA
24 units from completion of courses from the following list:
BIOL3107 Advances in Plant and Medical Biochemistry
BIOL3142 Parasitology
BIOL3144 Molecular Immunology
BIOL3161 Genomics and its Applications
BIOL3191 Biology, Society and Ethics
BIOL3193 Bacteria and Health
BIOL3203 Histology and Advanced Microscopy
BIOL3204 Human Genetics
BIOL3208 Biology Research Projects
NEUR3101 Cellular Neuroscience
NEUR3112 Sensory Neuroscience
24 units from completion of elective courses offered by ANU
If the exchange takes place in the third year or equivalent, the 144 units must consist of:
54 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:
BIOL1003 Evolution, Ecology & Genetics
BIOL1004 Molecular & Cell Biology
BIOL1008 Human Biology
BIOL2103 Human Physiology
BIOL2142 General Microbiology
BIOL2161 Genes: Replication and Expression
BIOL2171 Biochemistry and Nutrition
CHEM1101 Chemistry 1
CHEM1201 Chemistry 2
6 units of quantitative skills courses from the following list:
BIAN3014 Research Design and Analysis in Biological Anthropology
BIOL2202 Experimental Design and Analysis in Biology
ENVS1003 Introduction to Environmental and Social Research
PSYC2009 Quantitative Methods in Psychology
STAT1003 Statistical Techniques
STAT1008 Quantitative Research Methods
6 units from completion of genetics courses from the following list:
BIOL2151 Principles of Genetics
BIOL2162 Molecular Gene Technology
48 units equivalent from completion of courses at UniSA
30 units from completion of elective courses offered by ANU
Students must achieve a minimum 65% weighted average mark for compulsory courses in each period (Summer/First Semester/Autumn and Winter/Second Semester/Spring) in order to continue in the Bachelor of Medical Science. Students who do not achieve a minimum 65% weighted average mark in compulsory courses will be transferred to the Bachelor of Science.
Honours
The minimum requirements for admission to Honours program are:
1. the successful completion of 144 units including a minimum of 48 units of 2000 level science or 3000 level science courses relevant to the proposed field of Honours study, of which a minimum of 24 units must be 3000 level science courses
2. the attainment of an average of 2 for the 48 units, where HD = 4, D = 3, CR = 2, P = 0
3. the recommendation of the Head of School concerned, in the light of availability of resources and appropriate supervision.
Schools may have additional entry requirements and intending Honours
students should contact the relevant Honours convener.
The work of the Honours year consists of advanced work in a selected field of study, details of which are provided by the individual Schools. The Honours program has specific dates which are advertised in the Honours Handbook. If you complete the requirements for the pass degree at the end of the first semester it is possible, subject to the approval of the School concerned, to commence the Honours program mid-year.
Graduates of other universities may be accepted for admission to Honours candidature provided that the undergraduate program and performance in the program are of a standard comparable to that applying in the relevant School.
Elective Study
Once you have met the program requirements of your degree, you may have enough electives to complete an additional elective major, minor or specialisation.
Admission Requirements
Admission to all programs is on a competitive basis. Admission to undergraduate degrees is based on meeting the ATAR requirement or equivalent as outlined below:
Domestic applicant entry requirements
From 2010, the UAI/ENTER/TER will be referred to as ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) for admission. See http://www.uac.edu.au/undergraduate/atar/ for further information.
Queensland Band equivalents are a guide only - selection is made on a UAI equivalent that is not available to students.
International applicant entry requirements.
International applicants may view further information on admissions requirements at Entry Requirements for International Undergraduate Applicants.
The University reserves the right to alter or discontinue its programs as required.
- An Australian year 12 qualification or international equivalent; OR
- A completed Associate Diploma, Associate Degree, AQF Diploma, Diploma, AQF Advanced Diploma or Graduate Certificate; OR
- At least one standard full-time year (1.0 FTE) in a single program of degree level study at an Australian higher education institution; OR
- An approved tertiary preparation course unless subsequent study is undertaken.
- ATAR:
- 90
- QLD Band:
- 6
- International Baccalaureate:
- 34
Prerequisites
ACT major in Chemistry or NSW HSC Chemistry or equivalent. A bridging course is available in February through the Department of Chemistry.
Adjustment Factors
The National Access Scheme 2014
ANU offers bonus points for nationally strategic senior secondary subjects, and in recognition of difficult circumstances that students face in their studies.
Bonus points are applied to all applicants with an ATAR at or above 70. Points are awarded in accordance with the approved schedule, and no more than 10 points (maximum 5 academic points and maximum 5 equity points) will be awarded.
Bonus points do not apply to programs with an ATAR cutoff of 98 or higher.
Bonus Points are only awarded to domestic applicants applying for admission through UAC who have not previously attempted tertiary study.
How to apply
Academic Bonus Points: senior secondary students do not need to apply for ANU academic bonus points. They are automatically added in accordance with the schedule.
Educational Access Scheme: senior secondary students do not need to apply if their school is part of the Priority School Funding Program or Country Areas Program. All other applicants should refer to www.uac.edu.au/undergraduate/eas for more information.
Indicative fees
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees
- Annual indicative fee for international students
- $33,168.00
For further information on International Tuition Fees see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments/international-tuition-fees
Scholarships
ANU offers a wide range of scholarships to students to assist with the cost of their studies.
Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are. Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.
For further information see the Scholarships website.
The joint degree option is a sub-plan of the Bachelor of Medical Science programs offered at the Australian National University (ANU) and University of South Australia (UniSA). Students who meet the requirements are able to undertake a year of their degree at the partner university via cross-institutional enrolment. Students receive a joint degree with the crest of both universities on their testamur.
The joint degree option offers students from both universities access to a wider range of courses in medical and in allied health areas. Depending on the courses undertaken, for ANU students this can lead to entry to postgraduate physiotherapy, occupational therapy, dietetics, or accelerated completion of a B Med Sci/B Pharmacy at UniSA, and for UniSA students it can lead to medicine or research opportunities at the ANU.
Career Options
ANU provides you with more choice for your entrance score by offering the new Flexible Double Degree program.
The ANU Flexible Double Degree lets you build skills for your chosen career without forfeiting your passion. It's your choice to build a double degree partnership that suits your head and your heart.http://students.anu.edu.au/applications/
Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes for – Pass Degree
Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
- Develop, apply, integrate and generate scientific knowledge in educational and professional contexts;
- Use a range of skills and methods to identify, analyse and respond to problems and issues;
- Convey and relate professional and disciplinary information and ideas to diverse audiences in effective and appropriate ways;
- Work in both independent and collaborative ways with others to encompass diverse abilities and perspectives; and
- Exercise personal, professional and social responsibility as a global citizen.
Learning outcomes - for Honours
Specific learning outcomes will depend on the nature of the research project. In general, on satisfactory completion of the course students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Plan and engage in an independent and sustained critical investigation and evaluation of a research topic in the field of biomedical sciences
- Systematically identify relevant theory and concepts in the field of biomedical sciences, relate these to appropriate methodologies and evidence, and draw appropriate conclusions
- Engage in critical review of appropriate and relevant information sources
- Understand and apply principles of laboratory safety and relevant laboratory techniques.
- Communicate concepts and results clearly and effectively both in writing and orally
- Record original data and apply statistical or other evaluation processes to original data when appropriate
