Undergraduate + Postgraduate
Bachelor of Molecular Sciences and Master of Biomedical Science
Contact us
Address
Student Central
The University of Western Australia (M355), 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009
Telephone
131 UWA (131 892)
International
(+61 8) 6488 1000
Hours
Frequently asked questions
Careers and further study
This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.
Career Pathways
Graduates typically undertake further study to specialise in a professional area, including dietetics, research, food science and technology, health promotion or teaching.
Careers opportunities include:
- Teaching and research within universities
- Governmental and Regulatory Agencies
- Food, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology industries
- Nutritional biochemists may also work in fields related to public policy, health care, or product development and marketing in the food industry.
Fees and scholarships
Domestic Student Fees
For Commonwealth-supported places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit, based on area of study. For a fee estimate, go to the Fee Calculator and select “I want to price my units”. Fees are subject to annual indexation. Refer to the Handbook to identify the units required. More information on how fees are calculated.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
Admission requirements
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying one of these majors, find out the admission details below.
Admission requirements
Minimum entry requirements
- 13.5
- 12
- 2.6
- 86
- 308
- 344
- 16.5
- 338
- 74
- 1270
- 70
- 90
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
Prerequisites
This major requires:
- Mathematics Methods ATAR; OR
- Mathematics Applications ATAR with a mathematics unit taken in the first year; OR
- Students without ATAR mathematics to take two mathematics units in their first year.
- Chemistry ATAR or an additional chemistry unit taken in the first year.
How to apply
The application process to this course is different for the assured and graduate entry pathways, and for international and domestic applicants.
Refer to the below regarding application processes for each of the pathways . More information regarding admission requirements and prerequisites for each pathway can be found on the 'Admission Requirements' tab.
Domestic Pathways
- Domestic Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via TISC. Refer to TISC Online for current course codes and application deadlines.
- Domestic Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via GEMSAS, which open and close in accordance with the GEMSAS timeline. All domestic applicants must submit a valid GAMSAT score by the application closing date.
International Pathways
- International Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.
- International Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.
Course details
About the course
Quick details
- Available
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1
- Undergraduate + Postgraduate
- CM004
- 102860G
Course structure
In your first three years, you will complete the Biochemistry of Nutrition (extended major) and a semester of postgraduate study. You will then complete your selected specialisation in the Master of Biomedical Science. Refer to the example study plan on the Handbooks website for more information.
Why study this course?
- You’ll develop your understanding of the evidence behind the association of nutrition, exercise and the most predominant lifestyle diseases (diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular diseases, hypertension, osteoporosis, and cancer)
- This major focuses on nutrition at a molecular level and gives you a deeper understanding of the molecular processes related to nutrition
- This major focuses on combining your academic studies with developing your hands-on skills in laboratories which will prepare you for work in industry or research
You'll learn to
- Develop biochemical and nutrition knowledge with particular reference to recent developments in nutritional sciences
- Use techniques that are used in modern research laboratories to develop a range of technical laboratory and research skills
- Understand the importance of exercise and the role of micronutrients and macronutrients in maintaining health and preventing lifestyle diseases
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