Modern medical sciences include subjects such as genetics, immunology, nutrition, physiology, microbiology, biochemistry and molecular biology. The Bachelor of Medical Science brings all of these disciplines into the one degree where they form a ‘core' of compulsory areas of study. Students also choose additional subjects in complementary disciplines such as neuroscience, psychology, anatomy and ethics. As part of the final year, students undertake a Medical Sciences Elective, which consists of 65 hours of work experience in a real medical science environment.   Students may work in organizations such as: Department of Health and Ageing, Ecowise, university research laboratories, Australian Institute of Sport, hospitals, police forensics, Therapeutic Goods Administration, CSIRO, Office of Gene Technology Regulation or medical supply companies. 

A fundamental knowledge of the medical sciences provides a broad platform from which to undertake further study in medicine, nutrition, dietetics or forensic science.

ACT minor (but preferably a major) in Chemistry or NSW HSC Chemistry or equivalent. A bridging course is available in February through the Department of Chemistry.