Bachelor of Medical Science
at Murdoch 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 Murdoch 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 establishes the basic sciences underpinning human biology: cell biology, chemistry, human anatomy and physiology, and an introduction to biostatistics and laboratory technique. Lab classes run weekly and you learn to handle data, follow protocols and write up experiments properly. Second year moves into systems and mechanisms: biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, genetics and pharmacology, with increasing emphasis on how disease develops and how the body responds. Practical work shifts toward diagnostic and research methods such as microscopy, assays and molecular techniques. Final year specialises into areas such as pathology, infectious disease, molecular biology or physiology, and includes a research project or extended laboratory unit. This year is important for students aiming at graduate medicine or research, since strong marks and demonstrated lab skills drive entry to postgraduate clinical and research pathways.
Example first-year subjects
- Cell and Molecular Biology
- Human Anatomy
- Human Physiology
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences
- Introduction to Biostatistics
- Laboratory and Research Skills
How you will be assessed
- Final exams worth a large share in biomedical-science units
- Laboratory reports and practical assessments
- Problem sets and data-analysis tasks
- Research project write-up in final year
- Online quizzes and in-semester tests
- Oral or poster presentations of research
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 or pathology assistant
- Research assistant in a hospital or research institute
- Clinical-trials coordinator or assistant
- Quality or laboratory technician in biotech or diagnostics
- Scientific or medical sales and technical support
- Pathway student into graduate medicine or research Honours
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 feeder into graduate-entry medicine, dentistry or other clinical programs that require an admissions test and competitive marks. Others move into medical-laboratory and research roles, often after Honours, or into a Master of Public Health or biomedical research masters. A research Honours year and PhD are the standard route for those targeting careers in medical research institutes or universities.
Is this the right degree for you?
You probably thrive here if
- Students who enjoyed biology and chemistry and like lab work
- People aiming at graduate medicine or biomedical research
- Detail-oriented learners comfortable with heavy content loads
- Those who can handle exam-intensive, science-based assessment
- Students curious about how disease and the body work
It is probably not for you if
- Students who dislike chemistry, biology or laboratory work
- People wanting a directly vocational degree with immediate licensing
- Those who prefer essay-based or qualitative study
- Students unwilling to commit to further study for clinical careers
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Sources
Course details are summarised by ExamExplained, not copied from the university. Confirm course content and ATAR cutoffs on the Murdoch University handbook and on TISC before applying. Page generated at https://examexplained.com.au/uni/murdoch/bachelor-of-medical-science.