Handbook : Course informationEdith Cowan University

Bachelor of Medical Science

Effective from 01-JAN-2019 : Code C32

Medical science is growing rapidly and innovations in research, technology and medicine contribute to the health and wellness of the population as life expectancy rises. Students will learn about the basis for human disease, its detection and the range of scientific endeavours to treat disease and improve health. As the complexity of healthcare increases there will be a greater need for medical science graduates to support the continuum of health service delivery from community-based projects to highly specialised laboratories.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Apply broad and coherent medical science knowledge to a range of theoretical, practical and diagnostic contexts.
2. Communicate medical science knowledge and ideas clearly, coherently and with independence.
3. Critically analyse, interpret and synthesise complex medical and health science information.
4. Demonstrate ethical judgement and global perspectives with respect for cultural diversity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competence.
5. Demonstrate initiative and independent judgement to anticipate medical science challenges and generate sustainable solutions.
6. Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for personal and professional scholarship.
7. Use digital and laboratory technologies to access, evaluate and synthesise medical science information from diverse sources.
8. Work collaboratively and demonstrate professionalism in the application of knowledge and skills.

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 3)

All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• AQF Cert IV;
• Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
• Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
• University Preparation Course;
• Indigenous University Orientation Course;
• Aboriginal Student Intake Test; or
• Experience Based Entry Scheme.

English Language requirement (Band 3)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
• Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
• IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
• Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
• University Preparation Course;
• Indigenous University Orientation Course;
• Aboriginal Student Intake Test;
• AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
• Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
• Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Course Duration

• Full Time: 3 Years
• Part Time: 6 Years

Course Delivery

• Joondalup: Full Time, Part Time

Course Coordinator

Dr Rachel ALEXANDER

Course Structure

Note: Students who have passed Chemistry ATAR or equivalent, may substitute SCC1123 Chemistry for the Life Sciences with an elective unit.

Note: Students who have passed Physics ATAR or equivalent, may substitute SCP1134 Foundations of Physics with an elective unit.

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* Students will be assessed to see if they have achieved the ECU minimum standard of English language proficiency in this unit. Students who don't meet the minimum standard will be provided with appropriate English language support and development.