Course Overview

Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical) at La Trobe University in Bundoora, Victoria, Australia is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.

Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.

The University at a Glance

Student Population

37,480

Staff Ratio

18.0:1

International

24.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate

72.0%

of graduates employed

Avg Starting Salary

£34,760

First-year earnings

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition

Fee not confirmed

Check the university's official fee page Official fee page

Home Tuition

A$9,880

per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

Year 1

Foundations of Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical)
Academic and Research Skills
Quantitative Methods
Introduction to Theory and Practice
Optional language or breadth module.

Year 2

Intermediate Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical) topics
Applied Methods and Tools
Group Project
Two optional pathway modules
Career and Industry Insights.

Year 3

Advanced Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical)
Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
Employability and Professional Development.

Entry Requirements

Subjects

Current Year 12 graduates Geographical Classification - Remoteness Area To be eligible applicants must have resided (according to principal home address) for at least: - 5 years consecutively, or - 10 years cumulatively, in areas classified by the most recent Modified Monash Model as MM2 to MM7 since birth (according to principal home address) and preferably have completed Years 11 and 12 at a school in an area classified as MM2 to MM7. Admission Criteria-Doctor of Medicine (Rural Pathway) The University of Melbourne Shepparton campus The University of Melbourne requires students to graduate from the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical) with a 70 weighted average mark (WAM) in order to guarantee their place in the Doctor of Medicine (Rural Pathway) in Shepparton. The University of Melbourne also requires a continued commitment to country living whilst completing the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical). Recent Year 12 graduates Geographical Classification - Remoteness Area To be eligible applicants must have resided (according to principal home address) for at least: - 5 years consecutively, or - 10 years cumulatively, in areas classified by the most recent Modified Monash Model as MM2 to MM7 since birth (according to principal home address) and preferably have completed Years 11 and 12 at a school in an area classified as MM2 to MM7. Admission Criteria-Doctor of Medicine (Rural Pathway) The University of Melbourne Shepparton campus The University of Melbourne requires students to graduate from the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical) with a 70 weighted average mark (WAM) in order to guarantee their place in the Doctor of Medicine (Rural Pathway) in Shepparton. The University of Melbourne also requires a continued commitment to country living whilst completing the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical). Applicants with Higher Education study Geographical Classification - Remoteness Area To be eligible applicants must have resided (according to principal home address) for at least: - 5 years consecutively, or - 10 years cumulatively, in areas classified by the most recent Modified Monash Model as MM2 to MM7 since birth (according to principal home address) and preferably have completed Years 11 and 12 at a school in an area classified as MM2 to MM7. Admission Criteria-Doctor of Medicine (Rural Pathway) The University of Melbourne Shepparton campus The University of Melbourne requires students to graduate from the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical) with a 70 weighted average mark (WAM) in order to guarantee their place in the Doctor of Medicine (Rural Pathway) in Shepparton. The University of Melbourne also requires a continued commitment to country living whilst completing the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical). Applicants with VET study Geographical Classification - Remoteness Area To be eligible applicants must have resided (according to principal home address) for at least: - 5 years consecutively, or - 10 years cumulatively, in areas classified by the most recent Modified Monash Model as MM2 to MM7 since birth (according to principal home address) and preferably have completed Years 11 and 12 at a school in an area classified as MM2 to MM7. Admission Criteria-Doctor of Medicine (Rural Pathway) The University of Melbourne Shepparton campus The University of Melbourne requires students to graduate from the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical) with a 70 weighted average mark (WAM) in order to guarantee their place in the Doctor of Medicine (Rural Pathway) in Shepparton. The University of Melbourne also requires a continued commitment to country living whilst completing the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical). Applicants with work and life experience Geographical Classification - Remoteness Area To be eligible applicants must have resided (according to principal home address) for at least: - 5 years consecutively, or - 10 years cumulatively, in areas classified by the most recent Modified Monash Model as MM2 to MM7 since birth (according to principal home address) and preferably have completed Years 11 and 12 at a school in an area classified as MM2 to MM7. Admission Criteria-Doctor of Medicine (Rural Pathway) The University of Melbourne Shepparton campus The University of Melbourne requires students to graduate from the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical) with a 70 weighted average mark (WAM) in order to guarantee their place in the Doctor of Medicine (Rural Pathway) in Shepparton. The University of Melbourne also requires a continued commitment to country living whilst completing the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical). | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English as an Additional Language or at least 25 in English other than EAL. Non-Year 12 prerequisites Refer to Non Year 12 Prerequisite published in Admission criteria section below for minimum. | Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Selection Process Stage 1: Multiple Mini-Interview (MMI) selection Applicants must have: 1. Met published course prerequisites not more than 10 years ago. 2. Applied through VTAC. 3. Submitted Rurality Form and School Endorsement Form no later than 12pm AEDT on Friday 6 November 2026. 4. Met the rural residence requirement. Selection for interview will be based on the applicant’s Rurality Form (including applicant rurality tier) and on their La Trobe Entrance Rank (LTER), determined using official Year 11 results and the School Endorsement Form (for December interviews) or on the applicant’s ATAR (for January interviews). The number of applicants interviewed will depend on size of eligible applicant pool and interview availability. Stage 2 - Applicant ranking for offer: 1. 30% Selection Rank (ATAR with SEAS and Regional adjustment
Note: Maximum SEAS adjustment is 10 aggregate points) 2. 70% performance at the MMI - including assessment of rural connectedness. Supplementary form Rurality Form All applicants must complete and submit a Rurality form by no later than 12pm AEDT Friday 6 November 2026 . Applicants must: Provide evidence to demonstrate that they have resided for at least 5 years consecutively or 10 years cumulatively in remoteness areas classified by the most recent Modified Monash Model as MM2 to MM7 since birth (according to principal home address) and preferably have completed Years 11 and 12 at a school in MM2 to MM7. Interview Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) Applicants offered a MMI will be sent an email in mid November detailing the interview process and are required to attend interviews in early December or early January. The MMI will consists of situational questions focusing on: advocacy, collaboration, critical thinking, empathy, ethical reasoning, motivation, and regional identification. The applicant must demonstrate adequate communication skills at the MMI. Regional Adjustment Applicants with a principal home address in a location classified as the most recent Monash Modified Model MM3 will receive a 5 ATAR point adjustment. Applicants with a principal home address in a location classified as MM4 to MM5 will receive a 12.5 ATAR point adjustment. Applicants with a principal home address in a location classified as MM6 to MM7 will receive a 15 ATAR point adjustment. This adjustment will be applied when determining applicants offered a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI). SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Selection Process Stage 1: Multiple Mini-Interview (MMI) selection Applicants must have: 1. Met published course prerequisites not more than 10 years ago. 2. Applied through VTAC. 3. Submitted Rurality Form and School Endorsement Form no later than 12pm AEDT on Friday 6 November 2026. 4. Met the rural residence requirement Selection for interview will be based on the Rurality Form (including applicant rurality tier) and applicant's previous ATAR, previous GPA or Semester 1 of higher education studies. The number of applicants interviewed will depend on size of eligible applicant pool and interview availability. Stage 2 - Applicant ranking for offer: 1. 30% Selection Rank (ATAR with SEAS and Regional adjustment
Note: Maximum SEAS adjustment is 10 aggregate points) 2. 70% performance at the MMI - including assessment of rural connectedness. Supplementary form Rurality Form All applicants must complete and submit a Rurality form by no later than 12pm AEDT Friday 6 November 2026. Applicants must: Provide evidence to demonstrate that they have resided for at least 5 years consecutively or 10 years cumulatively in remoteness areas classified by the most recent Modified Monash Model as MM2 to MM7 since birth (according to principal home address) and preferably have completed Years 11 and 12 at a school in MM2 to MM7. Interview Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) Applicants offered a MMI will be sent an email in mid November detailing the interview process and are required to attend interviews in early December or early January. The MMI will consists of situational questions focusing on: advocacy, collaboration, critical thinking, empathy, ethical reasoning, motivation, and regional identification. The applicant must demonstrate adequate communication skills at the MMI. Regional Adjustment Applicants with a principal home address in a location classified as the most recent Monash Modified Model MM3 will receive a 5 ATAR point adjustment. Applicants with a principal home address in a location classified as MM4 to MM5 will receive a 12.5 ATAR point adjustment. Applicants with a principal home address in a location classified as MM6 to MM7 will receive a 15 ATAR point adjustment. This adjustment will be applied when determining applicants offered a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI). SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website Applicants with Higher Education study Non Year 12 Prerequisite and Academic Record Applicants must meet all of the following requirements: Non-Year 12 prerequisite: Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites. A minimum unadjusted prerequisite ATAR of 80.00 or GPA 5.11+ in a degree award qualification based on a minimum of 1.00 equivalent full time study load (EFTSL), whichever is higher. Academic Record : Previous secondary and Higher Education studies must have been undertaken within the last 10 years. Selection Process Stage 1: Multiple Mini-Interview (MMI) selection Applicants must have: 1. Met published course prerequisites not more than 10 years ago. 2. Applied through VTAC. 3. Submitted Rurality Form and School Endorsement Form no later than 12pm AEDT on Friday 6 November 2026. 4. Met the rurality residence requirement Selection for interview will be based on the Rurality Form (including applicant rurality tier) and applicant's previous ATAR, previous GPA or Semester 1 of higher education studies. The number of applicants interviewed will depend on size of eligible applicant pool and interview availability. Stage 2 - Applicant ranking for offer: 1. 30% Selection Rank (ATAR with SEAS and Regional adjustment
Note: Maximum SEAS adjustment is 10 aggregate points) 2. 70% MMI Ranking- including assessment of rural connectedness. Supplementary form Rurality Form All applicants must complete and submit a Rurality form by no later than 12pm AEDT Friday 6 November 2026. Applicants must: Provide evidence to demonstrate that they have resided for at least 5 years consecutively or 10 years cumulatively in remoteness areas classified by the most recent Modified Monash Model as MM2 to MM7 since birth (according to principal home address) and preferably have completed Years 11 and 12 at a school in MM2 to MM7. Interview Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) Applicants offered a MMI will be sent an email in mid November detailing the interview process and are required to attend interviews in early December or early January. The MMI will consists of situational questions focusing on: advocacy, collaboration, critical thinking, empathy, ethical reasoning, motivation, and regional identification. The applicant must demonstrate adequate communication skills at the MMI. Regional Adjustment Applicants with a principal home address in a location classified as the most recent Monash Modified Model MM3 will receive a 5 ATAR point adjustment. Applicants with a principal home address in a location classified as MM4 to MM5 will receive a 12.5 ATAR point adjustment. Applicants with a principal home address in a location classified as MM6 to MM7 will receive a 15 ATAR point adjustment. This adjustment will be applied when determining applicants offered a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI). SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website Applicants with VET study Non Year 12 Prerequisite and Academic Record Non-Year 12 prerequisite: Minimum prerequisite ATAR of 80.00. Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English As An Additional Language or at least 25 in English other than EAL. Academic Record: Applicants who have not successfully completed an Australian Year 12 or equivalent in the last 10 years are ineligible to apply for this course. This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. A minimum unadjusted prerequisite ATAR of 80.00 applies. Selection Process Stage 1: Multiple Mini-Interview (MMI) selection Applicants must have: 1. Met published course prerequisites not more than 10 years ago. 2. Applied through VTAC. 3. Submitted Rurality Form and School Endorsement Form no later than 12pm AEDT on Friday 6 November 2026. 4. Met the rural residence requirement Selection for interview will be based on the Rurality Form (including applicant rurality tier) and applicant's previous ATAR, previous GPA or Semester 1 of higher education studies. The number of applicants interviewed will depend on size of eligible applicant pool and interview availability. Stage 2 - Applicant ranking for offer: 1. 30% Selection Rank (ATAR with SEAS and Regional adjustment
Note: Maximum SEAS adjustment is 10 aggregate points) 2. 70% MMI Ranking- including assessment of rural connectedness. Supplementary form Rurality Form All applicants must complete and submit a Rurality form by no later than 12pm AEDT Friday 6 November 2026. Applicants must: Provide evidence to demonstrate that they have resided for at least 5 years consecutively or 10 years cumulatively in remoteness areas classified by the most recent Modified Monash Model as MM2 to MM7 since birth (according to principal home address) and preferably have completed Years 11 and 12 at a school in MM2 to MM7. Interview Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) Applicants offered a MMI will be sent an email in mid November detailing the interview process and are required to attend interviews in early December or early January. The MMI will consists of situational questions focusing on: advocacy, collaboration, critical thinking, empathy, ethical reasoning, motivation, and regional identification. The applicant must demonstrate adequate communication skills at the MMI. Regional Adjustment Applicants with a principal home address in a location classified as the most recent Monash Modified Model MM3 will receive a 5 ATAR point adjustment. Applicants with a principal home address in a location classified as MM4 to MM5 will receive a 12.5 ATAR point adjustment. Applicants with a principal home address in a location classified as MM6 to MM7 will receive a 15 ATAR point adjustment. This adjustment will be applied when determining applicants offered a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI). SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website Applicants with work and life experience Non Year 12 Prerequisite and Academic Record Non-Year 12 prerequisite: Minimum prerequisite ATAR of 80.00. Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English As An Additional Language or at least 25 in English other than EAL. Academic Record: Applicants who have not successfully completed an Australian Year 12 or equivalent in the last 10 years are ineligible to apply for this course. This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. A minimum unadjusted prerequisite ATAR of 80.00 applies. Selection Process Stage 1: Multiple Mini-Interview (MMI) selection Applicants must have: 1. Met published course prerequisites not more than 10 years ago. 2. Applied through VTAC. 3. Submit Rurality Form and School Endorsement Form no later than 12pm AEDT on Friday 6 November 2026. 4. Met the rural residence requirement. Selection for interview will be based on the Rurality Form (including applicant rurality tier) and applicant's previous ATAR, previous GPA or Semester 1 of higher education studies. The number of applicants interviewed will depend on size of eligible applicant pool and interview availability. Stage 2 - Applicant ranking for offer: 1. 30% Selection Rank (ATAR with SEAS and Regional adjustment
Note: Maximum SEAS adjustment is 10 aggregate points) 2. 70% MMI Ranking- including assessment of rural connectedness. Supplementary form Rurality Form All applicants must complete and submit a Rurality form by no later than 12pm AEDT Friday 6 November 2026. Applicants must: Provide evidence to demonstrate that they have resided for at least 5 years consecutively or 10 years cumulatively in remoteness areas classified by the most recent Modified Monash Model as MM2 to MM7 since birth (according to principal home address) and preferably have completed Years 11 and 12 at a school in MM2 to MM7. Interview Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) Applicants offered a MMI will be sent an email in mid November detailing the interview process and are required to attend interviews in early December or early January. The MMI will consists of situational questions focusing on: advocacy, collaboration, critical thinking, empathy, ethical reasoning, motivation, and regional identification. The applicant must demonstrate adequate communication skills at the MMI. Regional Adjustment Applicants with a principal home address in a location classified as the most recent Monash Modified Model MM3 will receive a 5 ATAR point adjustment. Applicants with a principal home address in a location classified as MM4 to MM5 will receive a 12.5 ATAR point adjustment. Applicants with a principal home address in a location classified as MM6 to MM7 will receive a 15 ATAR point adjustment. This adjustment will be applied when determining applicants offered a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI). SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website

Assessment Methods

Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.

Campus & City Life

Student Population

37,480

Total students

Staff Ratio

18:1

Students per staff

International Students

24%

Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Climate (indicative)

Four seasons

Safety Index (indicative)

7.8/10

Transport

Good (close to station or regional airport)

Social Scene

Friendly community

University Stats

Total Students37,480

Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1

International Students24%

Safety Index (indicative)7.8/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment

72%

Employed after graduation