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Diploma of Health Science (Biomedical Science - Molecular Genetics) - Stage 2

Australia

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What will I learn?

The Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences is a highly flexible degree that gives you the freedom to explore different areas of biology related to human health and disease. Whether you aspire to pursue a career as a clinical physiologist, develop vaccines for infectious diseases, advance cancer or Alzheimers research, explore gene sequencing or formulate new pharmaceuticals, this degree lets you tailor your studies to suit your preferred career path. In the first year of this degree, you will complete foundation studies in areas of biomedical science such as human biology, genetics, cell biology, microbiology, and immunology, Â鶹ԭ´´ complementary learning in chemistry, scientific communication and biostatistics. In the second and third years, you will branch out into the areas of biomedical science that interest you most. Options open to you include majors in Human Biomedicine, Molecular Genetics, or Pharmacology as well as specialisations and optional units. All options combine theory with intensive hands-on, practical sessions in high-quality laboratory facilities where you will work on real-world scenarios that prepare you for your future career.Molecular genetics is a rapidly advancing and exciting discipline for the 21st century. In this major, you will learn about genetics and genomics, and how universal principles and new advances in this area can be applied to improve health outcomes. You will study molecular biology, human genetic disease, bioinformatics and genetic engineering, learning theory Â鶹ԭ´´ practical laboratory training. You will also be introduced to cutting-edge technology for molecular and genetic analyses and will develop your skills in critical thinking and scientific communication.

CRICOS

087942A

Study options

Full Time (12 Months)

Tuition fees
A$39,800.00 (22,12,955) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

February 2025

Venue

Curtin Bentley Campus

Building 420 Level 3, Koorliny Way,

BENTLEY,

Western Australia,

6102, PERTH, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

Australian Qualifications: Year 12 English with a C grade or 50% or equivalent

For Diploma stage 2: International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - 6.0 (no band below 6.0); Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - iBT 68 (R13, L12, S18, W21); General Certificate of Education (GCE) O-level / SPM 1119 – C; Pearson Test of English - Academic (PTE-A) - 59 (no skill < 59); Pearson Versant English Placement Test - 51 (no score below 51); Curtin English - Gateway with B+ grade (No skill below B+); Group of Eight (G8) University Foundation Programs - C or 50%; Phoenix Academy Cert IV English for Academic Purposes: B2+ (no band below B2+); Linguaskill: 169 (169 in all bands)

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Curtin College

A Curtin College diploma allows students to progress directly onto the second year of their chosen CU undergraduate degree course.

  • Six diploma pathways to choose between
  • Perth has a very student-friendly cost of living
  • Scholarships for international students available
  • Location surrounded by Breathtaking natural scenery