Foundation Studies Program Accelerated (Health and Biomedical Sciences), Leading to Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences majoring in Neuroscience Kaplan Group - The University of Adelaide College, Australia

Foundation Studies Program Accelerated

Our Foundation Studies Program provides you with a pathway to follow your dreams of studying business, IT, engineering, medicine, nursing and much more at university.
 

Program Benefits

• For students studying at the College, once you achieve your required progression score, you are guaranteed entry to your packaged degree, and, for most bachelor’s degrees, you won’t need to provide any further English language evidence.
• We will ensure that you understand all the additional entry requirements for Medicine, Dentistry, Midwifery, Nursing, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy.
• The program is streamed, allowing you to choose subjects to suit your bachelor degree choice.
• You will be issued with a packaged Confirmation of Enrolment for the entire duration of study at the College and the University.
• In addition to weekly class attendance, students are also expected to complete 20-25 hours per week of independent learning.

Leading to: Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences

Study the inner workings of the human body while also gaining perspectives across the broader health sector. The Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences offers a sophisticated curriculum that provides knowledge and experiential learning to create major health advances.

With a choice of eight majors, you’ll have the opportunity to tailor your studies to suit your interests and future needs. You’ll develop in-depth knowledge in your chosen disciplines and during your final year of study, you’ll participate in a research or industry placement under the supervision of qualified staff.

You’ll graduate with relevant and transferable skills that are highly sought after in research and health industries and be able to respond to expected global health workforce shortages. Get ready for a career in the dynamic and ever-growing health sector.

Major: Neuroscience

Become a future leader in health with Adelaide University’s Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences. Study anatomy with real human specimens and learn from internationally acclaimed academics. Turn theory into practise with hands-on experiences and high-tech simulations.

Majoring in Neuroscience, you’ll learn how the nervous system controls the body and behaviour. Explore brain development from embryonic stages through to ageing. Investigate how the brain adapts to life experiences and how cognitive training and rehabilitation can improve neuroplasticity. Discover innovative ways to prevent or cure neurological disorders.

You’ll gain practical skills in lab-based sessions and through a work placement in a relevant industry or research setting. Graduate with in-demand, versatile skills, ready for an exciting career in the health and biomedical sector or further postgraduate studies.

What you'll learn
The Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences is a dynamic and flexible three-year program that explores human biology, health and disease. Covering the breadth of health and medical science disciplines, it provides the essential skills and knowledge to thrive in the ever-evolving health landscape.

As a biomedical and health sciences student, you'll take core courses in health systems, research, anatomy and physiology. The degree includes cross-cultural and First Nations perspectives, ensuring you gain a comprehensive understanding of health and care. Throughout your studies, you'll develop key skills in communication, teamwork, problem-solving and time management. You’ll also choose up to two majors and complete a capstone research project, preparing you for diverse career paths in health.

Majoring in Neuroscience, you’ll learn how the nervous system regulates the body and behaviour. Core major courses will introduce you to neuroscience, neuroanatomy and neurophysiology. See how the brain is composed at a cellular level using real-life human specimens in a dedicated anatomy lab. Discover how neurons communicate and how this affects sensation and the perception of pain. Investigate the relationship between the brain and human behaviour and learn how neuroscience can prevent or cure neurological disorders. Choose from other major topics including neurological diseases, addiction, human cognition, human movement, molecular neuropharmacology and disease, cellular neurobiology and more.

You can also opt to broaden your expertise with elective courses from across the health and biomedical spectrum, or select a second major. This flexibility is one of the highlights of the Biomedical and Health Science degree. You can tailor your studies to your interests and there’s also no need to decide immediately – you'll have plenty of time to explore and discover what excites you.

In your second year, you’ll build real lab skills with 40 hours of practicals, applying molecular and cellular biology techniques. And in your final year, you’ll complete a work placement in a professional or research setting.