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Bachelor of Medical Sciences and Bachelor of International Studies

Bachelor of Medical Sciences and Bachelor of International Studies

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

Summary

The interdisciplinary Bachelor of Medical Sciences will provide you with a broad background in biological, chemical, biomolecular and biomedical sciences – the knowledge and skills you’ll need for a career in health and medical science fields. Whether that be unravelling the molecular building blocks that underpin disease, developing new drugs to treat or cure disease, implementing biosecurity procedures to overcome emerging disease threats, or applying your scientific knowledge to help solve crimes. The Bachelor of International Studies, which combines the study of cultures and global society with the acquisition of advanced foreign language and communication skills and knowledge about global diversity and mobility, will equip you with transferable intercultural skills that are highly valued in today’s globalised job market.

Key features

Evaluate how medical research is improving patient care

Learn how to translate findings about patient care and disease processes into both clinical outcomes and fundamental science. Create ethics proposals for health and medical science research

Learn to review and evaluate ethical requirements of medical research and clinical trials, with a focus on cultural considerations. Complete a session-long overseas experience

Undertake a session-long, in-country study program to enhance your learning within global environments. Discover a country’s culture in addition to learning a language

Be proficient in your target language and gain knowledge of the society and culture of the countries where that language is spoken.

Career Outcomes

Professions

Aid and development officer

Biotechnologist

Drug discovery and development researcher

Forensic scientist

Health researcher

Histologist

Hospital scientist

International business manager

International law consultant

Marketing manager

Medical researcher

Medical scientist

Pharmacologist

Policy adviser

Public sector adviser

Scientific officer

Teacher (after further study)

Tourism and travel consultant

Transnational business or corporations consultant

Transnational or global communications officer

Employers

AMRAD

Astra Pharmaceuticals

Australian Water Technologies

Banks and financial institutions

Children’s Cancer Institute

Children’s Medical Research Institute

Consulting firms

Government agencies and departments

Heart Research Institute

IVF Australia

International public sector

Multinational corporations

NGOs

Phytex Australia

Tourism and hospitality sector

Transnational communications sector

United Nations

Universities

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION

Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.

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Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration.
Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.

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