This program has a focus on biomedical science. You will gain skills to perform confidently in biological, chemical and microbiological laboratories.

This program may also provide you with a pathway into a range of science-related bachelor degrees with advanced standing.

You will also undertake 80 hours of professional practice where you will tackle a relevant workplace project or task.

Career Outcomes

On completion you'll be qualified for employment at a technical or paraprofessional level in a range of public and private laboratories.

This program provides broad-based training for a technical career in diagnostics, medical research, veterinary, biological research, biotechnology or chemical and food testing laboratories.

We ensure our programs meet the current needs of industry through our industry advisory committees. These include the Laboratory Medicine Program Advisory Committee and the Biosciences Program Advisory Committee. There are representatives from organisations such as the Austin Health, Monash Health, CSL-Behring, Cancer Council and Melbourne IVF.

Professional recognition and accreditation

Students are eligible for student membership of the Australian Society for Microbiology and the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists. Graduates are eligible for associate membership.