Bachelor of Medical Sciences and Bachelor of Chiropractic Science
Bachelor of Medical Sciences and Bachelor of Chiropractic Science
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…
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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 Chiropractic Science – the longest-running degree of its kind in Australia – will prepare you for a rewarding career in one of the largest primary health professions. When you combine it with the Master of Chiropractic, you’ll be equipped to work in private practice, chiropractic sports medicine, allied health areas, health insurance assessment, medico-legal advising, work health and safety, rehabilitation and research.
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. Receive training in diagnostics
Learn how to use a range of diagnostic tools, including patient interviews, physical examination and X-rays. Enhance your learning within our unique health precinct
Access our world-class anatomy and chiro labs, which will provide you with the hands-on experience you need to enter the workforce.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Allied health professional
Biotechnologist
Chiropractor (after further study)
Drug discovery and development researcher
Forensic scientist
Health researcher
Healthcare adviser
Histologist
Hospital scientist
Integrated healthcare professional
Medical researcher
Medical scientist
Pharmacologist
Rehabilitation service provider
Researcher
Scientific officer
Sports injury specialist
Employers
AMRAD
Aged care facilities
Astra Pharmaceuticals
Australian Water Technologies
Children’s Cancer Institute
Children’s Medical Research Institute
Chiropractic clinics
Government agencies and departments
Health and fitness clubs
Heart Research Institute
Hospitals
IVF Australia
Phytex Australia
Sport and recreation organisations
Sports clubs and teams
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.