Bachelor of Clinical Science
Improving lives and contributing to healthier communities is one of the most rewarding things you can do. A career in medicine or health – as a doctor, physiotherapist, medical researcher or other health professional – is exciting and dynamic, and provides an opportunity to make a real difference.
This innovative and accelerated degree focuses on human clinical sciences and builds the foundational professional skills you’ll need for a career in medicine, allied health or medical research professions.
KEY FEATURES
- This degree is the ideal preparation for graduate-entry medicine programs, such as the Macquarie MD, or other postgraduate degrees in related fields, such as physiotherapy, public health and medical research. As a graduate, you’ll also be suited to a range of professional roles in industry or government organisations.
- You’ll get to your career goal sooner by fast-tracking your studies – you can complete your degree in two years instead of three by using an additional session in the summer break.
- You’ll have the option to receive targeted preparation for medical school admissions tests and interviews.
- This degree will build your practical skills through the use of the latest simulation technology and through working with human anatomical specimens.
- You’ll learn in an environment that is home to Macquarie University Hospital – Australia’s first and only not-for-profit hospital on a university campus.
- You’ll have the opportunity to undertake work experience in a healthcare setting or a medical research facility.
- You’ll develop a broad knowledge of the fundamental biochemical, physiological, and anatomical workings of the human body that is necessary to confidently pursue careers in the field of health and medicine.
- You’ll gain skills in critical thinking, problem solving, communication, ethics and personal reflection – all of which will help you prepare for a career in professional healthcare or medical research.
SUITABLE FOR
The Bachelor of Clinical Science is ideal if you who wish to continue on to a graduate-entry medicine program such as the Macquarie MD, a postgraduate program in a related field at Macquarie University (eg the Doctor of Physiotherapy), or if who want to complete your degree in two years instead of three.
This course offers distinct advantages if you wish to apply for the Macquarie MD:
- a three per cent bonus automatically applied to weighted GPA
- 20 interview places reserved for Bachelor of Clinical Science graduates
- eligibility to apply for the Macquarie University Bachelor of Clinical Science graduate
- scholarships – up to five scholarships worth AU$30,000 each year
- automatic completion of prerequisite study through core units.
Campus Information
North Ryde
Sydney New South Wales 2109 Australia
Intakes
- Feb
Application Processing Time in Days: 7
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Studying hard and getting great marks doesn’t guarantee you a job. Most employers expect applicants to be skilled and experienced in the workplace. Working while you study is an excellent way to build your employability skills and gain life experience.
Why does it?
Employers appreciate any full-time, casual, or part-time experience like working in hospitality or retail, on a reception desk, or even in construction. They value this kind of experience because it shows that you can be responsible and professional. Working while you study builds professional skills that are essential for professional roles:
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Working independently
- Showing initiative
- Communication (verbal and written)
Working on and off-campus
CareerHub is Macquarie’s jobs portal, connecting you with external organizations that offer part-time, casual, full-time employment opportunities as well as internships, cadetships, and volunteer experience.
Finding an on-campus job is often ideal as it centralizes both study and work, but opportunities on-campus are limited. Opportunities can be found here:
- Campus Life manages the university's Sport and Aquatic Centre, Food and Shopping, Children's Services, Event Planning, and more.
- For other administrative, professional, and academic-related opportunities within departments and faculties, visit the university's employment page.
Here is a list of some of our favorite job search websites for opportunities across multiple industries.
PSW Opportunity
Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.
- Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
- Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
- Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
- The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants
Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:
- Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
- Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
- Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
- PhD students can stay upto 4 years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- Course Code: 087679M
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
137700 AUD
Average Cost of Living: 29710 AUD /year
Application Fee: N/A
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