Bachelor of Medical Science
at Edith Cowan University, Western Australia.
A biomedical degree covering anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, immunology, microbiology and pathology. A common feeder programme for graduate medicine and other clinical postgraduate pathways.
ATAR cutoff history
Published cutoff data for the Edith Cowan University Bachelor of Medical Science. We never invent figures; entries marked "not published" mean the university or admissions centre has not released a verified cutoff for that intake.
| Intake year | ATAR cutoff | Admissions centre |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | ATAR cutoff not published | TISC |
| 2023 | ATAR cutoff not published | TISC |
| 2022 | ATAR cutoff not published | TISC |
No verified cutoffs are available. Confirm the latest figure on the official TISC cutoff release.
Prerequisite Year 12 subjects
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What you will study
First year at ECU's Joondalup campus builds the biomedical foundations: human anatomy and physiology, cell biology, general and organic chemistry, biochemistry and an introduction to laboratory and research skills. You spend significant time in labs learning safe technique, measurement and how to record and interpret experimental data. Second year deepens core medical science: microbiology, immunology, pharmacology, genetics and human physiology in more detail. Laboratory work intensifies, and you learn the methods used in diagnostic and research settings. ECU's health and medical sciences link teaching to current research in areas such as nutrition, exercise and disease. Third year is specialisation and research: advanced units in areas like pathology, infectious disease, molecular biology or human nutrition, plus a research project where you carry out supervised investigation and report it formally. The degree is a common feeder into graduate medicine and other clinical postgraduate study, or into laboratory and research careers.
Example first-year subjects
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Cell and Molecular Biology
- Chemistry for Health Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Introduction to Medical Science
- Laboratory and Research Skills
How you will be assessed
- Final exams worth a large share in science units
- Laboratory practical reports and assessments
- Problem sets and data-analysis tasks
- Research project report in third year
- Mid-semester tests and online quizzes
- Scientific presentations and posters
Career outcomes
- Graduates work as medical-laboratory scientists, clinical-trial coordinators and research assistants in hospital pathology departments.
- Common destinations include diagnostic-laboratory roles at Australian Clinical Labs and Sonic Healthcare, and research roles at the Garvan, WEHI and QIMR Berghofer.
- Many alumni progress into graduate medicine, dentistry and physiotherapy or into research Honours and PhD study.
Typical first jobs
- Medical laboratory assistant or technician
- Research assistant in a university or institute
- Clinical-trials or research coordinator
- Quality or regulatory officer in the health sector
- Medical or scientific sales representative
- Pathology or diagnostic-laboratory support role
- Health-data or science-communication assistant
Graduate starting salary
$58,000 - $68,000 per year
Source: https://www.qilt.edu.au/surveys/graduate-outcomes-survey-(gos). Last reviewed 2026-05-24.
After graduation
Many graduates use the degree as a pathway into graduate-entry medicine, dentistry or allied-health programmes, sitting the relevant admission tests. Others enter laboratory and research roles, or continue into research Honours and a PhD. Postgraduate options include a Master of Biomedical Science, public health, or specialist clinical-science masters. Some graduates move into clinical trials, medical sales or regulatory and quality roles in the health sector.
Is this the right degree for you?
You probably thrive here if
- Students who enjoyed biology and chemistry at school
- People comfortable with detailed, precise lab work
- Those aiming for graduate medicine or health professions
- Methodical learners who like understanding how the body works
- Students who can sustain a heavy science workload
It is probably not for you if
- Students who dislike chemistry, biology or lab work
- People wanting a humanities or business-style degree
- Those who prefer fieldwork over indoor laboratory study
- Students seeking immediate clinical practice without further study
Related courses at ECU
Sources
Course details are summarised by ExamExplained, not copied from the university. Confirm course content and ATAR cutoffs on the Edith Cowan University handbook and on TISC before applying. Page generated at https://examexplained.com.au/uni/ecu/bachelor-of-medical-science.