Extended Foundation Studies Program in Science (0100887) + Bachelor of Medical Science (3755) (044792K)

Program Description

Foundation Studies Program in Science is a university entry program designed for international students who have completed a minimum of year 11 or its equivalent. Science programs combine advanced academic knowledge with practical real-life training.

Students then transition to a Bachelor of Medical Science. This degree will provide students with the opportunity to learn about the basic sciences underpinning human health, wellbeing and its application to human disease. Enrolment in this degree has students selecting from one of three areas as their primary major: Biomedical Science, Human Nutrition or Anatomy and Physiology. The Biomedical Science major focuses on the cellular, molecular and genetic biology aspects of health and disease. The Human Nutrition major uses biology, chemistry and physiology to develop concepts in food and nutrient form and function in relation to human metabolism and physiology, , while the Anatomy and Physiology major focuses on the anatomy and physiology of the human body in relation to health and disease.