Bachelor of Medical Science
at Griffith University, Queensland.
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 Griffith 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 | QTAC |
| 2023 | ATAR cutoff not published | QTAC |
| 2022 | ATAR cutoff not published | QTAC |
No verified cutoffs are available. Confirm the latest figure on the official QTAC cutoff release.
Prerequisite Year 12 subjects
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What you will study
First year is a biomedical foundation: human anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, cell biology, chemistry and biostatistics. Lab work is central to every course and you start learning the analytical techniques used in pathology and research labs. Teaching is mainly at the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct and the Nathan campus, both with strong health-research links. Second year specialises into areas such as physiology, pharmacology, microbiology and immunology, pathology, neuroscience or human genetics. Courses become more research-led, with three to six hours of weekly lab classes and an introduction to research methods drawing on Griffith's biomedical and infectious-disease research strengths. Third year features advanced courses, a literature review or research project and a capstone. Many students prepare for the GAMSAT or UCAT to apply for graduate medicine, dentistry or other clinical postgraduate degrees. Strong students take an Honours year, the entry point to research masters and PhD study in biomedical science.
Example first-year subjects
- Human Anatomy
- Human Physiology
- Biochemistry
- Cell and Molecular Biology
- Chemistry for Biomedicine
- Biostatistics
How you will be assessed
- Final exams worth 50 to 70 per cent in core science courses
- Weekly lab reports and practical write-ups
- Anatomy and physiology lab tests (spotter or oral exams)
- Research literature reviews
- Group case-based assignments
- Honours-year thesis for those continuing
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 scientist trainee in hospital pathology
- Clinical-trial coordinator at a hospital or contract research organisation
- Research assistant at QIMR Berghofer, Menzies or Griffith institutes
- Diagnostic-laboratory technician at Australian Clinical Labs or Sonic
- Pharmaceutical sales or medical liaison representative
- Quality and regulatory officer at a medical-device or pharma company
- Pathway to graduate-entry medicine, dentistry or physiotherapy
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
Common pathways include graduate-entry medicine (MD), dentistry, physiotherapy and other allied health postgraduate study, the Master of Public Health, genetic counselling, or an Honours year leading to research masters and PhD. Griffith's health and biomedical research institutes make research progression strong. Many graduates also enter the pharmaceutical and biotech industry, diagnostic laboratories, medical sales or clinical research.
Is this the right degree for you?
You probably thrive here if
- Students who liked biology and chemistry at senior secondary level
- Patient lab workers who follow protocols carefully
- Students targeting graduate medicine, dentistry or research
- Readers comfortable with scientific journals
- Self-starters who pursue summer research scholarships
It is probably not for you if
- Students unsure about lab-based work
- Those who dislike final exams or memorisation-heavy courses
- People wanting direct registration to practise on graduation
- Students who prefer humanities-style essay work
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Sources
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