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Introduction to Human Biomedicine Program

The Human Biomedicine program at Curtin College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of biology related to human health and disease. This program is highly flexible, allowing students to explore different areas of biology and tailor their studies to suit their preferred career path.

Program Structure

The program consists of two stages:

• Stage 1: 2-3 trimesters (8-12 months)
• Stage 2: 2 semesters (12 months)

Key Information

• Duration: Stage 1 (8-12 months), Stage 2 (12 months)
• Intake Dates: Stage 1 (February, June), Stage 2 (February)
• Campus Location: Curtin Bentley
• Domestic Fees: Course fees with FEE-HELP available, additional costs may apply
• International Fees: Course fees with additional costs that may apply

Course Overview

The Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences is a highly flexible degree that gives students the freedom to explore different areas of biology related to human health and disease. Whether students aspire to pursue a career as a clinical physiologist, develop vaccines for infectious diseases, advance cancer or Alzheimer's research, explore gene sequencing, or formulate new pharmaceuticals, this degree lets them tailor their studies to suit their preferred career path.

First Year Studies

In the first year of this degree, students will complete foundation studies in areas of biomedical science such as human biology, genetics, cell biology, microbiology, and immunology, alongside complementary learning in chemistry, scientific communication, and biostatistics.

Second and Third Years

In the second and third years, students will branch out into the areas of biomedical science that interest them most. Options open to them include majors in Human Biomedicine, Molecular Genetics, or Pharmacology, as well as specializations and optional units. All options combine theory with intensive hands-on, practical sessions in high-quality laboratory facilities, where students will work on real-world scenarios that prepare them for their future career.

Human Biomedicine

Biomedicine is the application of biological and physiological principles to clinical practice. Students will learn applied human anatomy, physiology, and neuroscience, and gain valuable hands-on laboratory experience using cadaveric specimens and physiology equipment. If students take the Human Pathology specialization, they can extend their studies into clinical pathophysiology and neurophysiology, which will broadly prepare them for a career as a clinical physiologist.

Career Outcomes

Careers include:

• Clinical, research, or life scientist
• Clinical, research, or laboratory technician/assistant
• Physiologist
• Anatomist
• Forensic scientist
• Biotechnologist
• Molecular geneticist
• Sales representative
• Scientific communication

Diploma of Health Sciences Units (Stage 1)

Students must complete the following core units and one elective unit:

• Core units:
  • Academic Communication Skills
  • Academic Research and Writing
  • Chemistry
  • Essential Mathematics
  • Human Biology Studies in Society
  • Computer Skills
• Elective units (select one):
  • Management
  • Marketing

Diploma of Health Sciences Units (Stage 2)

Students must complete the following core units:

• Core Units (Human Biomedicine):
  • Semester 1:
    • Foundations of Bioscience Practice
    • Human Structure and Function
    • Fundamentals of Chemistry for Biosciences
    • Foundations of Biomedical Science
  • Semester 2:
    • Foundations of Biostatistics and Epidemiology
    • Indigenous Cultures and Health Behaviours
    • Integrated Systems, Anatomy & Physiology
    • Molecular Genetics & Cell Biology

Unit Details

Foundations of Bioscience Practice (FBP1004)

• Credit: 25
• Introduction to the application of academic standards and development of skills required for studying at university.
• Introduction to requirements for professional, safe, and accurate laboratory practice.
• Students will learn laboratory techniques to apply introductory Chemistry knowledge and practice as emerging scientists capable of working individually and in teams.
• Introduction to ethics in the context of human and animal research.
• Introduction to careers for health scientists.

Foundations of Biostatistics and Epidemiology (EPD1000)

• Credit: 25
• Enables students to learn core skills in epidemiology and biostatistics.
• Students critically appraise public health and clinical epidemiological research literature and perform basic statistical analysis.
• Topics include statistical inference, hypothesis testing, and the calculation of common epidemiological measures.

Foundations of Biomedical Science (FBS1000S/MEDI1000)

• Credit: 25
• Introduction to the theory and application of disciplines in the biomedical sciences: microbiology, immunology, histopathology, haematology, biochemistry, and molecular genetics.
• Themes include the basic theory of cellular and molecular components, the investigation of disease and infectious agents, and occupational health considerations.

Fundamentals of Chemistry for Biosciences (FCB1007)

• Credit: 25
• Practical and theoretical exploration of the fundamental principles of chemistry as they apply to the biosciences, with a focus on human systems.
• Provides the appropriate foundation for future studies in biochemistry, molecular genetics, pharmaceutical science, or cell biology.

Molecular Genetics & Cell Biology (MGB1000S/GENE1000)

• Credit: 25
• Explores the fundamental concepts of molecular and cell biology, including the central dogma, traditional Mendelian, and modern molecular genetics.
• Topics include DNA structure and replication, regulation of gene transcription, protein synthesis, and post-translational modification.

Integrated Systems, Anatomy & Physiology (ISA1001S)

• Credit: 25
• An integrated approach to the study of body systems, correlating structure and function of the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems, together with their endocrine and neural control.
• Students investigate the interaction of these systems in normal body functioning and in selected altered body states.