FEDERATION UNIVERSITY AUSTRALIA · AUSTRALIA
Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Gippsland Partnership Program)
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At a glance
36 mo
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Bachelor's
Level
- 3 yearsDuration
- Guaranteed ATAR 85.00ATAR
- Pathway to Monash University MedicinePostgraduate Pathway
- Gippsland origin students onlyEligibility
- On campusStudy Mode
- 01 Mar 2027Next Intake
This program is specifically designed for students from the Gippsland region of Australia, offering a pathway to further medical studies at Monash University. By completing this Bachelor of Biomedical Science degree at Federation University, you become eligible to apply for the graduate-entry Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine program at Monash University, with the opportunity to complete your medical training in Gippsland. To be eligible for admission into the Monash medicine program, you must meet rural-origin requirements, achieve a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 70 in your biomedical science degree, and successfully complete a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI). The program includes units from both Federation University and Monash University, with some travel to Monash's Clayton campus potentially required.
Curriculum
The degree comprises 16 units from Federation University and 6 units from Monash University, totalling 360 credit points. The sample structure below outlines the units over three years.
- 1
- Medical BiophysicsMONCI1001
- Principles of BiologySCBIO1001
- Chemistry 1SCCHM1001
- Scientific CommunicationSCCOR1200
- Public Health and Preventive MedicineMONCI1002
- Systems BiologySCBIO1020
- Chemistry 2SCCHM1002
- Statistical MethodsSTATS1000
- 2
- Structure of the Human BodyMONCI2001
- BiochemistrySCBCH2001
- General MicrobiologySCMIC2001
- Pathophysiology 1SCMED2010
- Human NeurobiologyMONCI1003
- Nutrition and MetabolismSCBCH2002
- Mammalian GeneticsSCMOL2010
- Pathophysiology 2SCMED2011
- 3
- Molecular Mechanisms of DiseaseMONCI3001
- Pharmacology and ToxicologySCMED3010
- ImmunologySCMOL3020
- Biomedical Basis and Epidemiology of Human DiseaseMONCI3002
- Histopathology and HaematologySCMED3034
- Clinical MicrobiologySCMIC3003
Careers
Successful completion of this degree and meeting the specific criteria can lead to entry into postgraduate medical training.
- Doctor
Frequently asked questions
- What are the entry requirements for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Gippsland Partnership Program)?
- Applicants must be of Gippsland origin, meaning they have resided in a Gippsland region for at least 10 years cumulatively or 5 consecutive years. A guaranteed ATAR of 85.00 is preferred, along with a study score of at least 20 in Year 12 English and in any Year 12 Mathematics or Science subject.
- What is the tuition fee for domestic students?
- The indicative full-time fee for 2026 for a Commonwealth Supported Place is AUD $9,537. Fees are subject to annual government review and depend on the units studied, with a separate Student Services and Amenities Fee also applying.
- How long does the program take to complete?
- The Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Gippsland Partnership Program) has a duration of 3 years of full-time study.
- What career opportunities are available after completing this degree?
- Successful completion of this degree with specific criteria can lead to entry into postgraduate medical training. Graduates are eligible to apply for the graduate-entry Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine program at Monash University.
- When is the next intake for this program?
- The next intake for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Gippsland Partnership Program) is on March 01, 2027.
Entry requirements
Year 12 EnglishA study score of at least 20
Year 12 Mathematics or ScienceA study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics or Science subject
This program is exclusively for students with a Gippsland origin, defined as having resided in a Gippsland region (MM 2-7) for at least 10 years cumulatively or 5 consecutive years. A guaranteed ATAR of 85.00 is preferred, and the selection process is competitive. Students must also meet the specific WAM and Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) requirements for the Monash University medicine program.
Fees
Tuition (international)International student fees are not listed. This program is primarily for domestic students with a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
Tuition (home)Indicative full-time fee for 2026: AUD $9,537 (Commonwealth Supported Place). Fees are subject to annual government review and depend on the units studied.
LivingNot specified.
Commonwealth Supported Places are subsidised by the Australian Government. The student contribution amount varies by discipline band. Eligible students may defer fees using HECS-HELP loans. A separate Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) also applies.
How to apply
1. Check EligibilityEnsure you meet the Gippsland-origin requirement (residency for at least 10 years cumulatively or 5 consecutive years in a designated Gippsland region).
2. Meet Academic RequirementsAchieve the required ATAR (preference for 85.00+) and meet the minimum study scores for English and Mathematics/Science.
3. Submit ApplicationApply through the relevant application portal for Federation University Australia. For 2027 intake, registration of interest is available.
4. Selection ProcessSelection is competitive. If successful, you will be enrolled in the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Gippsland Partnership Program).
5. Maintain Academic PerformanceAchieve a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 70 throughout your degree to be eligible to apply for the Monash University graduate medicine program.
6. Apply for Monash MedicineMeet the specific entry requirements for the Monash University Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine, including the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI).
Scholarships
Federation University ScholarshipsVaries
Frequently asked questions
What are the entry requirements for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Gippsland Partnership Program)?
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Applicants must be of Gippsland origin, meaning they have resided in a Gippsland region for at least 10 years cumulatively or 5 consecutive years. A guaranteed ATAR of 85.00 is preferred, along with a study score of at least 20 in Year 12 English and in any Year 12 Mathematics or Science subject.
What is the tuition fee for domestic students?
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The indicative full-time fee for 2026 for a Commonwealth Supported Place is AUD $9,537. Fees are subject to annual government review and depend on the units studied, with a separate Student Services and Amenities Fee also applying.
How long does the program take to complete?
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The Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Gippsland Partnership Program) has a duration of 3 years of full-time study.
What career opportunities are available after completing this degree?
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Successful completion of this degree with specific criteria can lead to entry into postgraduate medical training. Graduates are eligible to apply for the graduate-entry Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine program at Monash University.
When is the next intake for this program?
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The next intake for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Gippsland Partnership Program) is on March 01, 2027.