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

Foundation Studies Program Standard

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: Microbiology and Immunology

Prepare to become a future health leader with Adelaide University’s Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences. Learn from internationally acclaimed academics and study anatomy using real human specimens. Put theory into practice with hands-on learning experiences that include high-tech simulations. 

Majoring in Microbiology and Immunology, you’ll learn how infectious agents interact with humans and how our immune system fights pathogens. Discover how our bodies respond to bacteria, viruses and parasites. Explore global public health issues relating to the outbreak of infectious diseases and the rising threat of antibiotic-resistant bacteria or drug-resistant pathogens. 

Apply your learning in lab-based practicals and work placements, including a dedicated placement in a relevant industry or research setting. Your in-demand, transferable skills will set you up for a fascinating career in the health and biomedical sector or for further postgraduate studies.

What you'll learn
The Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences is a dynamic three-year program that dives into human biology, health and disease. Teaching across the health and medical science disciplines, it gives you the essential skills and knowledge to succeed in the evolving health landscape. 

As a biomedical and health sciences student, you'll take core courses in health systems, research, anatomy and physiology. You’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of health and care, which includes essential cross-cultural and First Nations perspectives embedded in the degree.  

Throughout your studies, you'll build key skills in communication, teamwork, problem-solving and time management. You'll also have the opportunity to choose up to two majors and complete a capstone research project, preparing you for a range of career paths in health. Broaden your expertise with elective courses from across the health and biomedical spectrum, or opt for a second major. This flexibility is a highlight of the Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences, allowing you to tailor your degree to your interests. And there's no need to decide immediately – you'll have ample time to explore and see what excites you. 

In your Microbiology and Immunology major, you’ll learn how infectious agents interact with human hosts at the molecular, cellular, individual patient and community levels to cause disease.?Explore biology and study the science of cells, molecules, bacteria, microbial genetics and biochemistry.  

Discover how our bodies react to bacteria, viruses and parasites, and how our immune system fights pathogens. Learn about virus structure, replication and infection processes – gaining insights into viral infections, vaccines and antiviral drugs. Investigate the global impacts of infectious diseases, including the urgent challenges posed by the increasing resistance to antibiotic and antiviral therapies. 

Build lab skills and apply molecular and cellular biology techniques in up to 100 hours of practical classes across your second and third years. In your final year, you'll also complete a Work Integrated Learning placement – providing hands-on experience in professional or research settings.