Bachelor of Science(Biochemistry)/Bachelor of Biomedical Science

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Monash University

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Biomedical Science at Monash is ideal for students who want a strong foundation in core science while also exploring how biomedical knowledge can be used to understand human health, disease, and medical innovation. Students graduate with two separate degrees — a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Biomedical Science — giving them flexibility to pursue careers in science, healthcare-related industries, medical research, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, government, or health communication.

Curriculum structure

Year 1:
Students begin by building a strong scientific and biomedical foundation. Alongside approved level 1 science sequences linked to their chosen science major, they study biomedical units such as BMS1011 Biomedical Chemistry, BMS1021 Cells, Tissues and Organisms, BMS1052 Human Neurobiology, and BMS1062 Molecular Biology, helping them understand life from chemical, cellular, molecular, and nervous-system perspectives.

Year 2:
The second year develops stronger analytical, communication, and human biology skills. Students continue into Science major level 2 units while taking biomedical subjects such as BMS1031 Medical Biophysics, BMS2021 Human Molecular Cell Biology, BMS1042 Public Health and Preventive Medicine, and BMS2042 Human Genetics, giving them a deeper understanding of human health, disease prevention, cell function, and inherited conditions.

Year 3:
In the third year, students move into advanced science study while connecting this knowledge to the human body and disease processes. Units such as BMS2011 Human Anatomy, BMS2031 Human Physiology, BMS2052 Microbes in Health and Disease, and BMS2062 Introduction to Bioinformatics help students understand body systems, infectious disease, and the growing role of data in biomedical science.

Year 4:
The final year allows students to consolidate advanced science learning while studying biomedical disease at a more specialised level. Students complete further level 3 science major and elective units alongside BMS3031 Molecular Mechanisms of Disease and BMS3052 Biomedical Basis and Epidemiology of Human Disease, preparing them to think critically about disease causes, patterns, and biomedical research applications.

Focus areas: Fundamental sciences, biomedical science, molecular biology, human anatomy, physiology, genetics, public health, disease mechanisms, microbiology, bioinformatics, research thinking, scientific communication.

Learning outcomes: Scientific reasoning, biomedical knowledge, laboratory and research awareness, data interpretation, analytical thinking, communication, problem-solving, understanding of human health and disease, preparation for science and healthcare-related industries.

Professional alignment accreditation: Monash does not list a specific professional accreditation for this double degree on the official course page. Its professional value comes from the dual award structure, the combination of science and biomedical science training, and preparation for careers in healthcare-related industries, research institutes, pharmaceutical industries, hospitals, medical industries, government, product technology, and health communication.

Reputation: Monash is ranked equal 36th in the QS World University Rankings 2026, 38th in the U.S. News Best Global University Rankings 2025–26, and equal 58th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026. In subject strength, Monash is ranked 26th globally for Life Sciences and Medicine in QS 2026, with strong Australian subject rankings in Biological Sciences, Medicine, Anatomy and Physiology, Life Sciences, Medical and Health, Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, and Environmental Sciences.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Students in this double degree gain practical skills through a combination of science major units, biomedical science units, research opportunities, internships, communication training, and exposure to Monash’s science and biomedical learning environment. The course is taught at the Clayton campus, and Monash also highlights its Science Precinct as one of the leading science precincts in the Southern Hemisphere.

The practical learning experience is strengthened through research, workplace learning, and discipline-specific facilities:

• Science internships: Students can take undergraduate internship units such as SCI3920 Science Internship and SCI3925 Science Internship Extended, allowing them to gain real-world experience during their degree.

• Research project units: Monash offers science research project units where undergraduate students can work with experienced research staff, build research skills, analyse data, communicate ideas, and complete projects that may involve field or laboratory work.

• Science communication training: The course map includes SCI1000 Science Communication to Influence Change, helping students learn how to communicate scientific ideas clearly and persuasively.

• Biomedical research environment: Monash’s Biomedicine Discovery Institute includes departments and research areas connected to biomedical science, including microbiology, biochemistry and molecular biology, physiology, pharmacology, anatomy, and developmental biology. Its microbiology research labs are mainly located in the biomedical precinct at Clayton, with genomic service facilities also listed at Rainforest Walk.

• Biomedical imaging infrastructure: Monash Biomedical Imaging provides integrated imaging facilities supporting preclinical and clinical biomedical research, including expertise and technology for health-related discoveries.

• Advanced visualisation and research platforms: Monash’s biomedical research infrastructure includes platforms such as the Monash Immersive Visualisation Platform, which operates advanced immersive and large-scale visualisation facilities.

Facilities / learning environment reference: Monash Science research units and internship opportunities are the most directly relevant official facilities and experiential-learning references for this course.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of this double degree are prepared for both science-focused and biomedical career pathways because they leave with two qualifications and a strong mix of theoretical science, biomedical application, research awareness, and communication skills. Typical career directions include research assistant, biomedical scientist, pharmaceutical industry associate, health communication officer, medical industry analyst, and government health/science officer. Monash specifically highlights opportunities in pharmaceutical industries, research institutes, industry development, product technology, hospitals, medical industries, government, health communication, and health promotion.

This degree also supports employability through Monash’s wider career ecosystem:

• University career services: Monash students have access to careers and employability support, including industry experiences, leadership programs, career advice, networking opportunities, internships, units with industry partners, global opportunities, and volunteering options.

• Careers and Internships Studio: Monash lists a Careers and Internships Studio at the Clayton Campus Centre, where students can attend sessions designed to build confidence and career readiness.

• Industry and internship experience: Science internship opportunities help students build industry experience, develop professional skills, and create networks that can support employment after graduation.

• Employment outcomes: Monash ranks third in Australia for career impact in the Australian Financial Review Best Universities Ranking 2025, according to Monash’s official rankings page.

• University–industry environment: Monash highlights the Monash Technology Precinct as the largest employment hub outside Melbourne central business district, bringing together innovators, enterprises, and globally connected organisations.

• Long-term accreditation value: No specific professional accreditation is listed for this double degree, but the long-term value comes from graduating with both the Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Biomedical Science, giving students wider flexibility across science, biomedical, healthcare-related, research, and industry pathways.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Biomedical Science, students can progress into honours, postgraduate research, or professional study depending on their grades, chosen major, and career goal. Relevant future pathways may include biomedical science honours, science honours, medical or health-related postgraduate study, biotechnology, public health, pharmaceutical science, research masters, or doctoral research, especially for students who want to move into laboratory research, biomedical innovation, health science, or medicine-related careers.