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  2. Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Bachelor of Biomedical Science

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Australian Catholic University (ACU) | McAuley
Brisbane, Queensland
Duration
3 years
Estimated Fee / Year
AUD $32,392
UEC Requirement
20 points
Intake
Feb

About the Course

Field of Study (1)

Major / Specialisation

  • Physiological Pharmacology

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Studying in McAuley, Brisbane

McAuley Campus, relaxed atmosphere and mild winters, it’s easy to get the most out of your uni life in Brisbane
McAuley Campus, relaxed atmosphere and mild winters, it’s easy to get the most out of your uni life in Brisbane
Biomechanics Lab, exercise science students for study human movement
Biomechanics Lab, exercise science students for study human movement
Paramedical Clinical Simulation/Laboratories, allowing students to patients in an emergency situation
Paramedical Clinical Simulation/Laboratories, allowing students to patients in an emergency situation
Midwifery Simulation Lab, provides a fully immersive hospital experience
Midwifery Simulation Lab, provides a fully immersive hospital experience
Ward Simulation, designed to provide students with realistic and practical training in a controlled environment
Ward Simulation, designed to provide students with realistic and practical training in a controlled environment
Medical Centre, offering comprehensive bulk-billed health care services to its students and staff
Medical Centre, offering comprehensive bulk-billed health care services to its students and staff
Lecture Theatre, space for primarily used for lectures, presentations, seminars, and other academic events
Lecture Theatre, space for primarily used for lectures, presentations, seminars, and other academic events
John Paul ll Building, connects through an existing chapel creating a signficant community heart for the campus
John Paul ll Building, connects through an existing chapel creating a signficant community heart for the campus
Holy Spirit Chapel, is a place of worship, reflection, and spiritual gatherings
Holy Spirit Chapel, is a place of worship, reflection, and spiritual gatherings
McAuley, Brisbane (City)
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  • Location: Banyo, Queensland
  • Nearby: Located just 12km north of the city centre
  • Getting here: Public transport via buses (Approach Rd at ACU, stop 34)
  • Faculties: Home to 4 faculties, Education and Arts, Health Sciences, Law and Business and Theology and Philosophy
  • The expansive grounds have a mix of historic and modern buildings, with wide lawns and hang-out areas where you can relax, study and connect with your fellow students.

Entry Requirement

Requirements & Prerequisites

Minimum Requirements

AUSMAT
Case-by-case
Indicative only, lower grades may be eligible.
Guide only, subject to change

English Language Requirement

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IELTS
6.5 (W-6.0, S-6.0, L-6.0, R-6.0)
Pearson (PTE)
58 (58)
*W = Writing, L = Listening, S = Speaking, R = Reading

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Study Cost & Duration

Tuition Fee

Fee / year
AUD $32,392*
Fees are reviewed annually and subject to change for the upcoming year.
Intake
February
Duration
3 years

Living Cost in McAuley, Brisbane

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Living costs with rent

AUD $2,300 - $2,800 / month
Rent / month
AUD $1,100 - $1,300
Private room within 1.5 km from campus
Meals & Groceries
Eat out 2 meals / day + AUD $100
Transportation
Public transport pass
Mobile Plan
Monthly data plan
Entertainment
Movie per adult (x 1 ticket)

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Scholarships

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Requirements

  • Citizenship: international students who are nationals of Bhutan, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Nepal, Nigeria, Philippines, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, and Vietnam.
  • Faculties: Education and Arts, Law and Business, Health Science
  • Course:
    • Faculty of Education and Arts: All Arts Diploma, Bachelor (except one year Honours courses), and Masters (coursework)
    • Faculty of Education and Arts: All Education/Teaching Diploma, Bachelor (except one year Honours courses), and Masters (coursework)
    • Faculty of Law and Business: Bachelor (except one year Honours courses), and Masters (coursework)
    • Faculty of Health Science: Bachelor (except one year Honours courses), and Masters (coursework) except excluded courses:
      • Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
      • Bachelor of Physiotherapy
      • Bachelor of Speech Pathology
      • Master of Dietetic Practice
      • Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
      • All Postgraduate Psychology programs
  • Campus: any Australian campus, except online
  • Achieved results equivalent to a GPA of 5.5 on the ACU 7-point scale in an assessable qualification that meets the program’s entry requirements.
  • Must not be attending ACU as a Study Abroad or Exchange student
  • Recipients are not eligible to receive this scholarship in conjunction with the ACU Flourishing Lives Scholarship or the ACU International Launch Scholarship. Successful applicants of more than one of these scholarships will be offered the scholarship of greater value.

Awards Details

Tuition fee waiver per semester for the minimum CRICOS registered duration of the course, as follows:

  • Faculty of Education and Arts: 20% per year
    • All Arts Diploma/Bachelors (except one year Honours courses), & Masters (coursework)
  • Faculty of Law and Business: 20% per year
    • Bachelor (except one year Honours courses), and Masters (coursework)
  • Faculty of Education and Arts: 15% per year
    • All Education/Teaching Diploma/Bachelor (except one year Honours courses), and Masters (coursework)
  • Faculty of Health Science: 15% per year
    • Bachelor (except one year Honours courses), and Masters (coursework), except excluded courses below:
      • Bachelor of Nursing
      • Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
      • Bachelor of Physiotherapy
      • Bachelor of Speech Pathology
      • Master of Dietetic Practice
      • Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
      • All Postgraduate Psychology programs
  • Faculty of Health Science: 10% per year
    • Bachelor of Nursing (except one year Honours courses)
    • Bachelor of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse)

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University Intakes

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February 2026 Intake
5 January
July 2026 Intake
30 April
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