Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Medical Sciences
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Medical Sciences
Summary The Bachelor of Arts has been reimagined by our world-leading academics in consultation with industry partners and public-sector organisations, so you can be assured you’ll acquire the transferable and technical skills needed for success in today’s and tomorrow’s workplaces. Our approach allows you to turn your passion into a…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Summary
The Bachelor of Arts has been reimagined by our world-leading academics in consultation with industry partners and public-sector organisations, so you can be assured you’ll acquire the transferable and technical skills needed for success in today’s and tomorrow’s workplaces. Our approach allows you to turn your passion into a career by exploring your interests in-depth, and by honing your skills and knowledge through practical experiences and expert teaching.
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.
Key features
Start your degree with foundational studies
Develop your skills in critical analysis, problem-solving, digital communication, media literacy and teamwork. Combine majors and get the competitive edge
Tailor what you study by combining Macquarie majors. Choose one or two from more than 20 majors, or from a wide range of units. Undertake a degree that’s co-designed with industry
Study a degree that’s designed in consultation with industry, and acquire cutting-edge medical science research skills. Study within a research-active clinical environment
Collaborate with and learn from leading scientists in MQ Health – where clinical practice, research and learning intersect.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Biotechnologist
Choreographer
Criminologist
Drug discovery and development researcher
Forensic scientist
Genetic counsellor (after further study)
Health researcher
Histologist
Hospital scientist
Intelligence and security specialist
Journalist
Market or social researcher
Marketing manager
Medical researcher
Museum curator
Pharmacologist
Scientific officer
Screen and film producer
Television producer or presenter
Writer
Employers
Arts organisations
Astra Pharmaceuticals
Children’s Cancer Institute
Cultural and heritage organisations
Garvan Institute of Medical Research
Government agencies and departments
Health organisations
Heart Research Institute
Hospitals
IVF Australia
Media, creative or communications agencies
Museums
NGOs
Norvet Laboratories
Phytex Australia
Regulatory authorities
Start-ups
Technology and telecommunications companies
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.
