In second year the specialist medical science studies begin. You will study the fundamental themes of medical science in a series of integrated courses - each of which is taught by staff from up to nine different departments. You will also be able to choose from a wide range of electives in second year, including complementary science or medical science courses or courses selected from a range of other faculties. You may also be able to extend your study of the elective discipline taken in second year. Students interested in research also have the opportunity to study for an Honours degree.
Honours students complete an extra year of study and research.
The BMedSc program forms an ideal base for graduate research programs in medical science or for further study, for example in the Graduate Medical Program, physiotherapy, dentistry, nutrition and dietetics or biomedical engineering. Students who are planning a career in medical research should plan to study an Honours year followed by research for a Masters or PhD. Graduates who decide not to undertake specialised postgraduate training will still be well qualified for employment in a research laboratory, either in a research or service capacity. Alternatively, many graduates undertake an administrative career in private industry or government where a good knowledge of the medical sciences is an advantage.