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- Has the current pandemic
spiked your interest in science?
The world is facing the biggest health
and economic challenges seen for many years,
and biomedical science is at the forefront.
With our biomedical science degree you will learn
the key techniques and crucial skills to empower communities
and contribute to human health.
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- So, why should you study biomedical science at ACU?
COVID-19 has highlighted the importance
of a thorough understanding of how the human body works,
and how the body responds to diseases.
With our degree, you can combine your love of science
with a passion for making a positive contribution to health.
Biomedical science encompasses anatomy, biochemistry,
immunology, pharmacology, physiology, and microbiology.
Your knowledge in these areas will prepare you
for decision-making roles in medicine, healthcare,
nutrition, medical technology,
and preventative and environmental health.
By focusing on equipping students
for graduate positions and professional employment,
ACU offers a biomedical science degree with a difference.
It's a personalized degree where academics are mentors
and students feel valued.
To the academics at ACU, you are not just another number.
You are a person with a goal
and we want to help you get there.
There is real community feel amongst students
and you'll be on a first name basis with your lecturers.
We're always on the lookout for opportunities to assist you
in achieving career success.
We offer specialized units to prepare students
for graduate programs in medicine, dentistry,
pharmacy, physiotherapy, and medical research.
A degree in biomedical science at ACU not only builds
the technical skills necessary,
but also involves core curriculum
and community engagement units,
allowing you to develop empathy and confidence,
and gain hands-on experience,
responding to contemporary issues.
There is a freedom to select from a range of specialized
electives in third year, allowing for a customized degree.
You can specialize in pharmacology, public health,
exercise science, nutrition, psychology,
anatomy, bioethics, philosophy, business, or language.
With the assistance of experienced
and approachable course coordinators,
you will map your own degree to suit your interests.
There are several specialty streams
you might wish to focus on:
pharmacology, biomedical research,
and communication for students interested
in medical writing or journalism.
Our graduates have pursued careers in health education,
graduate programs, including medical school,
patient advocacy, public health, science communication,
pharmaceuticals, and medical technology.
It's up to you which path you take,
but we're here to support you every step of the way to help
you reach your goals.
ACU equips its students for excellent job prospects.
In Australia we're first for graduate employment,
and second for graduate employer satisfaction.
We also rank in the top 2% of universities worldwide.
Our staff work with the community and in research,
so they're bringing up-to-date scientific discoveries
and methodologies to the classroom.
This means that right from your first semester,
you're learning the skills that employers are looking for.
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- The biomedical science courses
we offer nationally include:
Bachelor of Biomedical Science,
Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Honors),
Bachelor of Biomedical Science
and Bachelor of Business Administration,
Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Bachelor of Laws,
Bachelor of Biomedical Science
and Bachelor of Applied Public Health.
It's important to note that our course offerings do vary
across campuses, so make sure you check out
the website or course guides to find out more.
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We place a high priority
on student placement experience at ACU.
Our dedicated team of placement advisors work closely
with our academic placement coordinators to provide you
with the best possible opportunities.
You get the freedom of finding a placement
you would like to do.
Experiences are individualized
because we appreciate that everyone is different.
Just last year, a student with a background
in the defence force secured a position
in an Australian Defence Force research facility.
He was able to do so with his previous clearance and,
as a result, was able to integrate his past employment
with a new-found passion for biomedical science.
Our thoughtfully designed units allow you to undertake
more than 150 hours of work-integrated-learning
to better equip you with confidence
and professional know-how.
You'll undertake an additional preparation unit
which involves the development of a professional portfolio,
self-marketing skills, and the opportunity to network
with academic, industry, and research professionals prior
to undertaking a placement of your choice.
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- When you study with us, you have the opportunity
to learn abroad.
You can choose to complete a unit at our Rome Campus,
or head to Europe or America for a new perspective
by studying for a few weeks, a semester, or longer.
Just recently, several biomedical science students applied
for a short-term trainee fellowship and mentorship program
in Rennes, France, as encouraged
by their neuroscience lecturers.
And don't forget,
we offer many scholarships to help you along the way.
So, where to next?
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- If you're worried, you won't get
into your preferred course, don't panic.
That's why we offer a range of entry and pathway programs.
Pathway programs can act as a stepping stone
into your chosen degree.
At ACU, we offer foundation, certificate,
and diploma programs, which once completed,
can be used to gain entry into a range
of bachelor's degrees.
We also have articulation agreements
with TAFEs and colleges,
so you might be able to use credit from those courses
to get into ACU.
It's important to note that not all ACU degrees
have pathway programs, so make sure you check out
what's relevant for your desired course.
You may also wish to explore our entry programs
and adjustment factors.
These are a way of boosting your chance of success
with your first application and are often based
on your personal background,
such as if you went to school in a regional area,
experienced financial hardship,
or identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
We also offer programs for veterans
and elite athletes and performers,
and if you're in year 12,
you should check out ACU guarantee,
our early offer program that assesses you for entry to ACU
based on your year 11 results.
You can head to our website for more information
about these programs.
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- As a university, we've grown rapidly
over the past few years,
but our classes are the perfect size,
so you won't get lost in the crowd.
Your lecturers will know your name,
they're here to support and mentor you,
and you'll make great friends and strong networks.
If you're a full-time student, you'll typically be studying
three to four days a week.
If you're a part-time student,
it will be more like one or two days each week.
The number of days you spend on campus each week will depend
on how your units are timetabled.
We know timetables are important to you,
which is why ACU has just introduced
a new timetabling system to help you secure the classes
that suit you best.
- Here's what you need to know about assessment.
We are committed to authentic assessment tasks that reflect
the kinds of work that biomedical scientists do
in the real world.
For example, in microbiology and immunology, students work
in groups to address a COVID-19-related case study.
Examples of other assessments include peer-reviews
where students provide feedback to other students,
reflective journals, video presentations,
in-class practical assessments, online quizzes,
exams and more.
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- If later on you want to further your career,
change jobs, or up-skill, we have a selection of courses.
For example, we offer the following courses and degrees:
Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Honors),
Doctor of Philosophy,
and Master of Philosophy.
Thank you for joining us today.
Don't forget, you can always find more information online,
at our events, in our course guides,
or by contacting AskACU.
Good luck with your journey to university.
We hope to welcome you to ACU soon.
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