Bachelor of Health Science/ Bachelor of Science
with majors in Biomedical Science and Chemistry – Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
Selected major: Biomedical Science
Use cutting-edge, interactive tech to understand the human body in a range of health and disease states and become a research assistant, lab scientist or tech product specialist.
What is Biomedical Science? It’s the broad study of biological sciences; including anatomy, biochemistry, genomics, immunology, molecular biology, pathology and physiology.
We use the same bioinformatics software as industry professionals, and with a tap of your fingers, you can dissect a virtual cadaver to learn about its body parts in intricate detail. We have recently incorporated contemporary units of study in Pathophysiology, Infections and Immunology and Genes and Genomics units to add depth and greater industry-relevance to your studies.
Our students have completed professional experiences at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Royal Children’s Hospital, Royal Melbourne Hospital, St Vincent's and GlaxoSmithKline.
Selected major: Chemistry
Learn far-reaching applications of chemistry, including forensic science, polymer formation, water analysis, the creation of new materials, agricultural chemistry, environmental science and analytical chemistry.
Majors for Bachelor of Health Science:
Biomedical ScienceClinical TechnologiesNeuroscienceNutritionPsychology and Forensic SciencePsychology and PsychophysiologyPublic Health and Health PromotionMajors for Bachelor of Science:
Applied MathematicsBiochemistryBiotechnologyChemistryEnvironmental SciencePhysicsThe Bachelor of Health Science/Bachelor of Science offers you the skills, knowledge and key theoretical insights required to work in a range of professional scientific environments and build a career promoting health and wellbeing.
You'll explore Australian and international health challenges. Examine the physical, psychological and social aspects of health in a variety of settings. And, learn about contemporary issues in health science, such as biomedical testing or health communication, and how to address them.
You'll also access laboratories and testing facilities equipped with the latest technology – Swinburne is the only university in Australia with MRI and MEG labs on campus.
Build up your CV with real industry experience while you study through our Work Integrated Learning programs, which are a guaranteed part of all our bachelor degrees and can include placements, internships or industry-linked projects. In this double degree, in the Health Sciences Project (HEA30001), and in three project units related to science, you’ll have the opportunity to apply your learning and work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams on industry-linked projects.
Start dates
Hawthorn campus
- Semester 1 - 26 February 2024
- Semester 2 - 29 July 2024
Duration
4 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Full-time, Part-time
VTAC codes
- 3400211041 (CSP)
- 3400211043 (IFP)
Course details
- Course structure and work integrated learning.
Course structure
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Health Science/ Bachelor of Science requires students to complete units of study to the value of 400-500 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
View course rules and special requirements
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Anatomy and Physiology | BIO10004 | 12.5 |
| Introduction to Health Sciences | HEA10001 | 12.5 |
| Digital Health Foundations | HEA10004 | 12.5 |
| Brain and Behaviour | PSY10007 | 12.5 |
| Foundations of Statistics | STA10003 | 12.5 |
| Health and Disease Across the Life Course * | BIO20004 | 12.5 |
| Either Research Methods for Health Sciences | HEA20007 | 12.5 |
| or Introduction to Research Methods - This alternative unit is required in the Psychology and Psychophysiology Major and the Psychology and Forensic Science Major and is only available to students enrolled in these majors. | PSY10005 | 12.5 |
| Either Psychology Project - This alternative unit is required in the Psychology and Psychophysiology Major and the Psychology and Forensic Science Major and is only available to students enrolled in these majors. | PSY30003 | 12.5 |
| or Health Sciences Project * | HEA30001 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Mathematics - or | MTH10010 | 12.5 |
| Calculus and Applications - or | MTH10012 | 12.5 |
| Linear Algebra and Applications | MTH10013 | 12.5 |
| Concepts in Biology | BIO10001 | 12.5 |
| Either Chemistry 1 - Student who select CHE10001 are assumed to have VCE Chemistry 3 & 4. Students without a Chemistry background are recommended to take CHE10004. | CHE10001 | 12.5 |
| or Introduction to Chemistry | CHE10004 | 12.5 |
| Either Preliminary Mathematics - Students who have obtained at least 20 in VCE Units 3 and 4 Mathematical Methods (or equivalent) will not be required to complete MTH00007 Preliminary Mathematics, but should complete MTH10012 Calculus and Applications. | MTH00007 | 12.5 |
| or Calculus and Applications | MTH10012 | 12.5 |
| Sustainability Challenges in Science | NPS10003 | 12.5 |
| Either Energy and Motion - Students are recommended to take PHY10001 if intending to choose a Physics Major. All other students are recommended to take PHY10002. | PHY10001 | 12.5 |
| or Introduction to Physics | PHY10002 | 12.5 |
| Societal Challenges in Science | NPS20011 | 12.5 |
| Grand Challenges in Science * | NPS30004 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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Selected major: Biomedical Science
Use cutting-edge, interactive tech to understand the human body in a range of health and disease states and become a research assistant, lab scientist or tech product specialist.
What is Biomedical Science? It’s the broad study of biological sciences; including anatomy, biochemistry, genomics, immunology, molecular biology, pathology and physiology.
We use the same bioinformatics software as industry professionals, and with a tap of your fingers, you can dissect a virtual cadaver to learn about its body parts in intricate detail. We have recently incorporated contemporary units of study in Pathophysiology, Infections and Immunology and Genes and Genomics units to add depth and greater industry-relevance to your studies.
Our students have completed professional experiences at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Royal Children’s Hospital, Royal Melbourne Hospital, St Vincent's and GlaxoSmithKline.
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Musculoskeletal Anatomy Across the Lifespan | BIO10008 | 12.5 |
| Either Introduction to Chemistry - Introduction to Chemistry | CHE10004 | 12.5 |
| or Chemistry 1 | CHE10001 | 12.5 |
| Introduction to Biochemistry * | BCH20002 | 12.5 |
| Infections and Immunology in Health Science * | BIO20005 | 12.5 |
| Genes and Genomics * | BIO30006 | 12.5 |
| Body Function and Structure for Health Sciences * | BIO30007 | 12.5 |
| Pathophysiology * | BIO30008 | 12.5 |
| Physiology in Medical and Health Sciences | NTR20003 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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Selected major: Chemistry
Learn far-reaching applications of chemistry, including forensic science, polymer formation, water analysis, the creation of new materials, agricultural chemistry, environmental science and analytical chemistry.
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Chemistry 2 | CHE10002 | 12.5 |
| Analytical and Forensic Chemistry | CHE20006 | 12.5 |
| Investigative Organic Chemistry * | CHE20008 | 12.5 |
| Spectroscopy and Instrumentation | CHE20009 | 12.5 |
| Advanced Analytical Chemistry * | CHE30005 | 12.5 |
| Computational and Advanced Organic Chemistry | CHE30006 | 12.5 |
| Surface and Colloid Chemistry * | CHE30009 | 12.5 |
| Inorganic Chemistry | CHE30010 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
- Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year
- Part-time study: 50 credit points/four standard units of study per year
- One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study)
- See the course planner for an example degree structure
Course learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Health Science graduates will be able to:
- apply health sciences concepts, practices, theories and evidence across a range of health-related issues
- retrieve, critically evaluate and communicate information about local and global health sciences issues from a variety of perspectives
- find and integrate information from a variety of sources using a range of technologies
- apply knowledge and skills associated with health sciences to a range of health-related activities, working independently and in teams
- apply innovation and technology to extend the boundaries of knowledge and research in health sciences
- demonstrate professional and ethical behaviours
- reflect on current skills, knowledge and attitudes, and plan ongoing personal and professional development
- promote and optimise the health and welfare of individuals and/or populations.
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Science graduates will be able to:
- articulate the methods of science, explain why current scientific knowledge is both contestable and testable by further inquiry and explain the role and relevance of science in society
- exhibit depth and breadth of scientific knowledge by demonstrating well-developed knowledge in at least one science disciplinary area
- critically analyse and solve scientific problems by evaluating information from a range of sources, designing and planning an investigation, selecting and applying practical and theoretical techniques for that investigation and collecting, recording, interpreting and drawing conclusions from scientific data
- effectively communicate science by presenting information or arguments, to a range of audiences, for a range of purposes using a variety of modes
- adopt ownership of their own learning and scientific work by being independent and self-directed learners, working effectively and safely in an individual or team context, demonstrating knowledge of the regulatory framework relevant to the disciplinary area and practising ethical conduct.
Fees
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Scholarships
At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students.
How to enter this course
- Entry requirements, credit transfer and recognition of prior learning.
How to apply
Applications for Semester 1 for courses listed on the VTAC Guide are generally made through VTAC. Under certain circumstances, some students (e.g. Non-Year 12) may apply directly to Swinburne. Find out more about how to apply.
Applications for all other intakes should be made directly to Swinburne.
View the Course Admission Information, which includes the ATAR and Student profiles for this course. Swinburne’s general admissions information is also available here.