Introduction
The course enables the continuation of specialisations from the final year of the Bachelor of Biomedical Science program in the areas of biochemistry, human anatomy, human physiology, genetics and microbiology. By completing the Honours progrmme, students will be able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge in their field and, through their professional behaviours, the values that shape the work of a professional scientist. Students will also have advanced skills in designing and successfully implementing scientific investigations, analysing and interpreting data and presenting their findings to scientific audiences.
Awarding Institution: La Trobe University
Mode of Study: Full Time & Part-time
Course Structure
Duration
Full Time: 9 Months
Part Time: 18 Months
Learning Mode
Blended Learning
Modules
- Honours Biomedical Science A
- Honours Biomedical Science B
Mode of Assessment
Upon enrolment, students are required to start their research at PSB Academy, committing to a total of 1068 contact hours
Total Contact Hours: 1068 Hours
- 18 Face-to-Face hours/Synchronous E-Learning Hours
- 1,050 Practicum Hoursn (35 hours spent per week on their project)
Intakes
- January
- May
- September
Minimum class size
- 5
Maximum candidature
- 24 months
Progression Pathway
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Honours) programme, students may advance to apply for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), subject to institutions’ admission requirements.
Local Qualifications
- Applicants must have a recognised Australian Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant study area. Applicant to the course will require an average mark of at least 70 in four discipline-specific 3rd year subjects and an average mark of 65 across all 3rd year subjects
For all cases, students’ admission to this programme ultimately depends on the University’s final decision.
Minimum Age Requirement
- 16 years old
English Language Requirement
- A score of C or better in the General Paper in the Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level); or
- A grade of C or better in English Language in the Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level); or
- Evidence of successful completion of studies at secondary or tertiary level with English as the language of instruction; or
- International English Language Testing System test score results of minimum of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0
Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy https://www.latrobe.edu.au/study/apply/international/requirement
Fees
Course Fee
Singapore-based & International Students
Total Course Fee: S$17,440
Progressing Students
Total Course Fee: S$16,568
All fees are subject to annual revision.
Mandatory Fees
Singapore-based Students
Application Fee: S$160.00
Student Development & Administration Fee (Full Time): S$400
International Students
Application Fee: S$490.00
Student Development & Administration Fee (Full Time): S$1,250
Progressing Students
Student Development & Administration Fee (Singapore-Based Full Time): S$400
Student Development & Administration Fee (International Full Time): S$550
All fees are subject to annual revision.
Programme Consultants
Ken Lai
Email: ken.lai@psb-academy.edu.sg
Contact Number: +65 8668 8415 (WhatsApp only)
Availabiity: 0900 – 1830 (Monday – Friday) – City Campus
Vanessa Thao
Email: vanessa.thao@psb-academy.edu.sg
Contact Number: +65 8100 2937 (WhatsApp only)
Availabiity: 0900 – 1830 (Monday – Friday) – City Campus
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