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Deakin College

Diploma of Health Sciences/Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Melbourne Burwood Campus, Victoria, Australia

  • Level

    Diploma

  • Duration

    2.6666667F/P

  • Campus

    Melbourne Burwood Campus (VIC)

  • Intl. Tuition

    Fee not confirmed

  • Intake

    TBD

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Course Overview

Diploma of Health Sciences/Bachelor of Biomedical Science at Deakin College in Melbourne Burwood Campus, Victoria, Australia is a diploma 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

Staff Ratio

18.0:1

Career Prospects

Avg Starting Salary

£33,970

First-year earnings

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

Year 1

  • Foundations of Diploma of Health Sciences/Bachelor of Biomedical Science
  • Academic and Research Skills
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Introduction to Theory and Practice
  • Optional language or breadth module.

Year 2

  • Intermediate Diploma of Health Sciences/Bachelor of Biomedical Science topics
  • Applied Methods and Tools
  • Group Project
  • Two optional pathway modules
  • Career and Industry Insights.

Year 3

  • Advanced Diploma of Health Sciences/Bachelor of Biomedical Science
  • Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
  • Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
  • Employability and Professional Development.

Entry Requirements

Subjects

  • Current Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Successful completion of an Australia Year 12 (or equivalent). For example:
  • VCE (or interstate equivalent) Certificate (scored or unscored)
  • VCE VM Senior
  • IB Diploma
  • NZCEA
  • VET Certificate IV or above 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 Deakin College Equity schemes information and the Deakin College website Recent Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Successful completion of an Australia Year 12 (or equivalent). For example:
  • VCE (or interstate equivalent) Certificate (scored or unscored)
  • VCE VM Senior
  • IB Diploma
  • NZCEA
  • VET Certificate IV or above 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 Deakin College Equity schemes information and the Deakin College website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. VTAC Personal Statement Applicants with work and life experience are encouraged to submit a personal statement. Visit our website to see what to include in your personal statement. Resume Applicants with work and life experience must submit a resume, including details of any paid, unpaid, voluntary, school based, full or part
  • time work and the contact details of one or two professional or personal referees to support your application. Visit our website for more information. 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 Deakin College Equity schemes information and the Deakin College 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

Staff Ratio

18:1

Students per staff

Campus at a Glance

City Size

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Climate (indicative)

Mild coastal

Safety Index (indicative)

8.0/10

Transport

Good (close to station or regional airport)

Social Scene

Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle

University Stats

Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1
Safety Index (indicative)8.0/10

Career & Outcomes

Avg Starting Salary

£33,970

Average first-year salary

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition

Fee not confirmed

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