The Bachelor of Pre-Medicine, Science and Health is a three-year undergraduate degree providing a solid foundation if you wish to pursue graduate medicine, dentistry, podiatry or veterinary studies. Depending on which major/minor you choose, this course will also have a wide range of other postgraduate study or professional career options available in the physical and life sciences, allied health or health informatics. High performing students from a diverse range of backgrounds are encouraged to apply. There is a forecasted growth of 19.9% within Medical and Health Care Services and with this brings exciting employment opportunities and career options. Health care has been the primary provider of new jobs within Australia and is projected to make the largest contribution to employment growth from 2015 to 2019. Source: Employment Projections Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) skills in Australia is becoming a fast-growing area creating new and increased job prospects. There is a forecasted growth of 14.4% in the Professional, Scientific and Technical Services Industry and with this brings exciting employment opportunities and career options. The projected high rate of employment growth for 2015 to 2019 reflects ongoing strength and demand for the services of qualified and highly educated workers. Source: Employment Projections Unique to the course is a Foundations for GAMSAT subject in the first year. This subject will explore core content for medical school entry including academic literacy, critical thinking skills and an understanding of what it takes to be a successful health practitioner. It provides an excellent understanding of, and preparation for, the GAMSAT exam. It provides an excellent understanding of, and preparation for, the GAMSAT exam. Extracurricular activities outside of the classroom are vital to demonstrate your leadership, dedication and cooperation. From your first year in the course you will have opportunities to participate in a wide range of volunteer and enrichment activities in the community. These will assist you in developing real-world skills and a readiness for a career in health and medicine. What you will study: In your first year you will study foundational anatomy, biology, chemistry, exercise physiology, nutrition and effective communication in healthcare settings. In year two, under the guidance of the course coordinator, you can tailor your interests by selecting one of eight study areas: Biomedical Research Exercise Science Health Informatics Health Practice Medical Radiation Physics Medical Science Molecular Medicine Nutrition In year three, a capstone subject examines case studies across six topics in the same case-based learning format used by graduate medical schools.The case studies are explored via scientific summaries, clinical trial critiques, media reporting, essays and debates.

Overview of careers: Biomedical Researcher Community or Registered Nurse Counsellor Dietitian Doctor Exercise Scientist/Physiologist General Practitioner Health Administrator Health Promotion Officer Health Worker Industry Health Worker Laboratory Technician Nutritionist Sports Administrator Psychologist Rehabilitation Specialist Sports Rehabilitator Sports Scientist Scientific Researcher Allied Health Professional.