Program Overview

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Bachelor of Human Sciences and Master of Biomedical Science

Gain both depth and breadth of knowledge about the human brain and behaviour, integrating genetics and public health to address neurological conditions and explore practical applications in clinical context.

Course Details

• Duration: 4 years
• Attendance: Full-time only
• Delivery: On-campus
• Starting dates: Semester 1
• Level of study: Undergraduate + Postgraduate
• Course Code: CM030
• CRICOS code: K

Careers and Further Study

This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.

Career Pathways

This course prepares you for a range of career opportunities including further study and research in a range of disciplines including neuroscience, psychology, anthropology, anatomy, physiology, cell biology, development, genetics, sports science and health and development into healthcare professions and allied health, including clinical audiology, podiatry, dentistry or medicine and clinical trial management consulting and policy advisory roles.

Career Opportunities

Potential career opportunities include:

• Biotech start-up director
• Consulting and policy advisory roles
• Clinical trial management
• Data scientist
• Laboratory manager
• Neuroscience researcher
• Scientific patent examiner

Fees and Scholarships

Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this course.

Domestic Student Fees

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International Student Fees

• Annual course fee: $49,200.00 (2025)
• Onshore international students are charged an annual course fee, charged per credit point at a rate dependent on the course in which the student is enrolled.

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.

Admission Requirements

The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers.

Minimum Entry Requirements

• Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards: 90

English Competency

• Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

How to Apply

The application process to this course is different for the assured and graduate entry pathways, and for international and domestic applicants.

Domestic Pathways

• Domestic Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via TISC.
• Domestic Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via GEMSAS.

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.

About the Course

Students completing this accelerated pathway will graduate with both a Bachelor of Human Sciences majoring in Human Science and Neuroscience, and a Master of Biomedical Science, providing a comprehensive understanding of human brain and behaviour.

Why Study This Course

• Gain expertise in Human Science, Neuroscience, and Biomedical Science including a comprehensive understanding of the human brain and behaviour
• Integration of genetics and public health to address neurological conditions
• Practical experiences through case studies and patient interactions
• Introduction to advanced scientific research technologies
• Application of neuroscience principles in clinical context including exercise physiology.

You'll Learn

• to understand the human brain and how it influences our health and behaviour at the level of the individual and across our societies
• demonstrate the high-level analytical and communication skills necessary for impactful applied science
• gain advanced knowledge in the study of the brain, using behavioural, experimental laboratory and statistical methodologies
• adopt a multidisciplinary approach to solving complex problems
• explain the role of different stakeholders in shaping health policy and decision making.