Bachelor of Medical Science
at Queensland University of Technology, 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 Queensland University of Technology 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 lays the biomedical foundation: human anatomy and physiology, general and organic chemistry, cell biology and biochemistry, and an introduction to research and laboratory skills. QUT's laboratories and clinical-science facilities give substantial hands-on bench experience from the start. Second year deepens the science of the human body and disease, with units in microbiology, immunology, pharmacology, molecular biology and physiology. Statistics and research-method units prepare you to design experiments and interpret data, and lab work becomes more technically demanding. Third year specialises in areas such as pathology, infection and immunity, or biomedical research, often with a supervised research project or work-integrated learning placement in a pathology, diagnostic or research setting. The degree is a common feeder into graduate medicine and other clinical postgraduate pathways, reflecting QUT's strong health-research links in Brisbane.
Example first-year subjects
- Human Anatomy
- Human Physiology
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences
- Cell Biology and Biochemistry
- Introduction to Microbiology
- Research and Laboratory Skills
How you will be assessed
- Laboratory reports and practical exams
- Mid-semester tests and end-of-semester theory exams
- Data-analysis and statistics assignments
- Research project or literature review in third year
- Case-based problem-solving tasks
- Scientific posters and presentations
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 or technician
- Research assistant in a hospital or university lab
- Clinical-trials coordinator or assistant
- Diagnostic or pathology laboratory officer
- Quality-control or regulatory officer
- Science or medical communicator
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 to graduate-entry medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy or other clinical masters. Others complete a one-year honours programme leading to research masters and PhD study, or move directly into laboratory and research roles. Postgraduate options include masters in biomedical science, public health, biotechnology or clinical research. There is no single registration body for general medical science; pathways depend on the chosen specialisation and further study.
Is this the right degree for you?
You probably thrive here if
- Students fascinated by the human body and disease
- People comfortable with chemistry, biology and statistics
- Those who enjoy detailed laboratory work
- Students aiming for graduate medicine or health research
- Methodical learners who like evidence-based problem solving
It is probably not for you if
- Students wanting direct clinical patient contact in the degree
- Those who dislike chemistry, maths or lab work
- People seeking a guaranteed clinical job at graduation
- Anyone uncomfortable with heavy science content
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Sources
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