Do you want to know how the human body works?

The ANU Bachelor of Medical Science brings the disciplines of genetics, immunology, nutrition, physiology, microbiology, biochemistry and anatomy into a single degree.

Our well-regarded program will provide you with a fundamental knowledge of the medical sciences -giving you a platform from which to undertake further study towards a career in medical research or in medicine, pharmacology, physiotherapy, nutrition, dietetics or forensic science.

This flexible degree also lets you choose additional subjects in complementary disciplines such as neuroscience, psychology, molecular biology and ethics in order to develop your interests further.

You will learn about the real applications of medical science by having the opportunity to interact with various health professionals through seminars, work place visits and interviews

This program is not available for Semester 2 commencement.

Do you want to hone your artistic abilities into a fruitful and creative career? Look no further.

The ANU Bachelor of Visual Arts features majors in animation and video, ceramics, furniture, glass, gold and silversmithing, painting, photomedia, print media and drawing, sculpture and textiles. You will also have the opportunity to study in complementary areas such as life drawing, bookmaking, etching, papermaking and screen printing.

Our program is designed to develop and refine your high-level technical and creative skills, while building your knowledge of working with materials and technologies of your chosen studio discipline. You will learn to work independently and collaboratively to plan and participate in exhibitions of your works.

You can also take advantage of our close proximity to immerse yourself in the array of national cultural institutions that Canberra has to offer, with some classes held in these leading institutions.

Employment Opportunities

The Bachelor of Medical Science is designed for students who are interested in how the human body works and for those who may plan graduate entry into medicine, other health professions, forensic science or medical research  ANU Bachelor of Medical Science graduates compete successfully at jobs requiring knowledge of modern molecular, cellular and biotechnological techniques. This degree will also give students who have an interest in health administration in both government and private sectors a sound basis for entry into this discipline.

The Bachelor of Medical Science is designed for students who are interested in how the human body works and for those who may plan graduate entry into medicine, other health professions, forensic science or medical research  ANU Bachelor of Medical Science graduates compete successfully at jobs requiring knowledge of modern molecular, cellular and biotechnological techniques. This degree will also give students who have an interest in health administration in both government and private sectors a sound basis for entry into this discipline.

Learning Outcomes

Learning outcome Bachelor of Medical Science

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 Bachelor of Medical Science Honours Year

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

• Specific learning outcomes will depend on the nature of the research project. In general, on satisfactory completion of the program 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

Completion of this program enables students to:

• Apply technical skills and specialist knowledge to realise works, artefacts and forms of creative expression.
• Demonstrate skills and knowledge of the practices, languages, forms, materials, technologies and techniques in the visual arts.
• Recognise and reflect on social, cultural and ethical issues, and apply historical and theoretical perspectives to practice in the visual arts.
• Develop and evaluate ideas, concepts and processes by thinking creatively, critically and reflectively.
• Interpret, communicate and present ideas, problems and arguments in modes suited to a range of audiences
• Work independently and collaboratively in response to project demands.

Further Information

Admission Requirements

Admission to all programs is on a competitive basis. Admission to undergraduate degrees is based on meeting the ATAR requirement or an equivalent rank derived from the following qualifications:

• An Australian year 12 qualification or international equivalent; OR
• A completed Associate Diploma, Associate Degree, AQF Diploma, Diploma, AQF Advanced Diploma, Graduate Certificate or international equivalent; 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 international equivalent; OR
• An approved tertiary preparation course unless subsequent study is undertaken.

Click HERE for further information about domestic admission.

The table below is a guide to the entry level required for domestic applicants. Exact entry level will be set at time of offer.

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.

Prerequisites

ACT major in Chemistry or NSW HSC Chemistry or equivalent.

Students who do not meet the chemistry requirement may be admitted into the program via a different pathway. Students who:

• Have an ATAR score of 90 or higher, and

• Commence the Bachelor of Science program after completion of the chemistry bridging course available in February through the ANU Research School of Chemistry (or equivalent) and complete CHEM1101 and BIOL1003 with a minimum average of 65%, may then apply to transfer to the Bachelor of the Medical Science program.

Entry into the Bachelor of Visual Arts is based on ACT or NSW HSC equivalent and interview and portfolio. Once an application has been lodged through the Universities Admission Centre (UAC), applicants are required to fill out a Request for Interview Form on the ANU website at
soa.anu.edu.au/how-apply/undergraduate-applications.

International applicants lodge an application directly with ANU and include their portfolio with their application.

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.

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.

Program Requirements

The Bachelor of Medical Science flexible double degree component requires completion of 96 units, of which:

A maximum of 30 units may come from completion of 1000-level courses

The 96 units must include:

60 units from completion of compulsory courses from the following list:

BIOL1003 Evolution, Ecology & Genetics

BIOL1004 Molecular & Cell Biology

BIOL2103 Human Physiology

BIOL2142 General Microbiology

BIOL2161 Genes: Replication and Expression

BIOL2171 Biochemistry and Nutrition

BIOL3141 Infection and Immunity

BIOL3190 Medical Science in the Workplace

CHEM1101 Chemistry 1

CHEM1201 Chemistry 2

A minimum of 6 units from completion of courses from the following list:

BIAN3014 Research Design and Analysis in Biological Anthropology

BIOL2202 Experimental Design and Analysis in Biology

ENVS1003 Introduction to Environment and Social Research

PSYC2009 Quantitative Methods in Psychology

STAT1003 Statistical Techniques

STAT1008 Quantitative Research Methods

6 units from completion of a course from the following list :

BIOL2151 Principles of Genetics

BIOL2162 Molecular Gene Technology

BIOL2174 Cell Physiology in Health and Disease

24 units from completion of courses from the following list:

BIOL3107 Advances in Medical and Plant Biochemistry

BIOL3142 Parasitology

BIOL3144 Molecular Immunology

BIOL3161 Genomics and its Applications

BIOL3186 Human Anatomy

BIOL3191 Biology, Society and Ethics

BIOL3193 Bacteria and Health: an Ecological and Evolutionary Perspective

BIOL3203 Histology and Advanced Microscopy

BIOL3204 Human Genetics

BIOL3208 Biology Research Projects

NEUR3101 Cellular Neuroscience

NEUR3112 Sensory Neuroscience

Students must achieve a minimum 65% weighted average mark across all compulsory courses in the Bachelor of Medical Science component undertaken 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 of 65% weighted average mark will be transferred from the Bachelor of Medical Science double degree to the equivalent Bachelor of Science double degree.

The Bachelor of Visual Arts flexible double degree component requires completion of 96 units, of which:

A maximum of 48 units may come from completion of 1000-level courses

The 96 units must include:

18 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:

ARTV1020 Figure & Life

ARTV1021 Image and Object

ARTV1022 Vision and Perception

6 units from completion of a course from the following list:

ARTV1032 Foundation Computer Studies

COMP1720 Art and Interaction in New Media

48 units from the completion of one of the following workshop majors:

Animation and Video

Ceramics

Furniture

Glass

Gold and Silversmithing

Painting

Photomedia

Printmedia and Drawing

Sculpture

Textiles

24 units from completion of the Art Theory minor

Majors

Bachelor of Visual Arts Majors

Minors

Bachelor of Visual Arts Minors

Study Options

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.

For information about honours in visual arts, please see the School of Art website.