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Are you interested in Biomedical Science and modern commerce? The University of Notre Dame Australia’s Bachelor of Biomedical Science/Bachelor of Commerce with a Major in Accounting could give you valuable skills sought by employers. Employers value graduates with a broad education and specific skills in certain areas. By combining studies in two or more locations, you can increase your job prospects, extend your general education and pursue more than one interest. The double degree combines two complementary disciplines but only requires one additional year of study. Contact us today to find out more.

Why study this degree?

• A Biomedical Science program at Notre Dame is a gateway to a rewarding career in various health-related fields and provides the foundation for advanced scientific investigations.
• This program includes a general introduction to biological science. It covers anatomy, molecular and cell biology, microbiology, biochemistry, genetics, pathology, infectious disease, human physiology, immunology, neuroscience and reproductive biology.
• This degree can easily be combined with a Bachelor of Commerce (Major: Accounting) – one of several undergraduate degrees offered by the School of Business. These degrees combine academic work with a four to the six-week business internship. This enables students to gain valuable on-the-job experience and provides opportunities to interact with professional practitioners in their chosen industry.
• The internship program delivers essential career-seeking skills through CV workshops, interviewing technique classes, coaching sessions and assistance for students to find their perfect match.

Learning outcomes

• Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Biomedical Science graduates will be able to:
• Demonstrate and apply thorough scientific knowledge gained through in-depth study of Biomedical Sciences
• Plan, implement and undertake scientific methodology and experimentation
• Apply research skills to critically appraise the scientific literature
• Analyse, evaluate and interpret scientific data and effectively communicate results in written and oral presentations
• Demonstrate leadership, responsibility, and a collaborative approach to teamwork in the Biomedical profession
• Integrate and apply professional knowledge and interpersonal skills gained through work integrated learning during professional practicum experiences
• Articulate objective and universal truth, appreciate the intrinsic dignity of the human person, and exhibit good intellectual, moral, and theological habits
• Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Commerce graduates will be able to:
• Apply the professional skills of their chosen business discipline through the ethical delivery of strategy, advice and services
• Reflect on their performance and implement change as necessary
• Think critically, reason and use judgment in preparation for their professional practice
• Identify relevant evidence-based research for use in professional analysis and advice; and
• Identify their own values and beliefs and be empowered to act on these values to advocate for people with whom they are engaged.

Career opportunities

• Graduates of this program can follow diverse career paths in the private and public sectors; the following careers are open to graduates: Biochemist, biomedical scientist, researcher, biomedical sales, health provider or insurance companies, medical research specialist, and biomedical business development.