Meet Our Talent
Meet some of our talented biomedicine students, world-class researchers and teaching talent – and find out where our incredible graduates are now.
The School of Biomedical Sciences is part of the largest biomedical precinct in the southern hemisphere.
Our students succeed at the highest levels - and employers seek out our graduates.
As Australia's leading comprehensive research-intensive university, the School is in demand among the brightest minds in biomedicine.
Meet some of our students, world-class researchers and teaching talent, and find out where our incredible graduates are now.
Our talented Biomedicine students
The Bachelor of Biomedicine is ideal preparation for a career in medicine and professional health - it is aligned with those offered by many top institutions worldwide. Here are some of our Biomedicine students in the School of Biomedical Sciences. Read their stories and find out why these ambitious minds chose Melbourne.
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Georgia Taylor
"I wanted to do something a little different and make my own way - so I chose to move to Australia rather than study at home in New Zealand."
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Jasraaj Singh
"I took up any opportunities that came my way - I attended grad expos, panels, orientation activities and talked to current and past students to help with the transition to Melbourne."
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Ryan Munnings
"Surround yourself with supportive peers and excel together – and fully engage with the exceptional teaching staff at the university."
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James Lin
"The people I have met have been the highlight – friends, colleagues and the world class lecturers, academics and researchers. I have been inspired by the talent around me."
Our Master of Biomedical Science graduates
The Master of Biomedical Science is the next step for a career in medicine and professional health. Here are just some of our Masters graduates in the School of Biomedical Sciences. Learn more about their career trajectories - and why they joined the biomedical research evolution.
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Brendan Ma
"The Masters lab work provided me with a robust scientific skillset, and gave me the critical thinking and evidenced based thinking which I will carry with me for the rest of my life."
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Connor Aitken
"I was really drawn to the coursework-research balance of the course, the ability to build research, analysis and academic skills and to strengthen my own skills in presentation and public speaking."
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Celine Dubois
"I wanted the opportunity to focus on neuroscience research and have some hands-on experience in a lab – and the Masters definitely offered that."
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Erin Crellin
"The University of Melbourne is renowned for its academic, teaching and research excellence – and its support for students with disabilities was another reason I chose to study here."
Our inspiring alumni
The Bachelor of Biomedicine at Melbourne is designed specifically for future doctors and health professionals who want to make a difference.These are just a few of our inspiring graduates. Find out where the Bachelor of Biomedicine has taken them.
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Dr Wendy Huang
"It has always been my dream to pursue dentistry in a developed country. Helping people is a very rewarding experience, their smiles and satisfaction always make me happy."
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Dr Sakshi Singh
"Acting and performing have always been a passion, but I'm never going to give up my medical career."
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Tal Maman
"Biomedicine provided me with a firm foundation in biomedical sciences and kept my mind open to the application of sciences in the commercial and legal world."
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Denzil Furtado
"The highlight for me has been encountering peers who have become true friends - and academics who have become true mentors."
Our talented and award winning teachers
Internationally recognised academics and active researchers teach our students. These academics are passionate, collaborative educators, who infuse their expertise into the curricula. They ensure students are prepared – not just for the workforce, but also for tackling the big health challenges of our time.
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Associate Professor Charles Sevigny
"Our students are incredible. By the time they reach third-year, they are presenting complex scientific concepts and research in a way that rivals some academics. It’s amazing to watch."
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Professor Karena Waller
“My work is fundamentally energised and motivated by student learning, achievement and experience – seeing students enjoy their time, studying, achieving and growing as individuals, is a wonderful reward.”
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Associate Professor Terry Mulhern
"I’m excited by where structural biology is heading with single particle cryo-electron microscopy and cryo-electron tomography. To be able to look inside cells and see molecular machines at near atomic resolution is incredible."
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Dr Sarah Londrigan
"I have designed novel digital resources, including 3D digitised anatomical specimens, and deployed these resources to create a rich multimodal learning experience."
Our world-leading researchers
The University of Melbourne supports the greatest number of research students of any university in Australia, bringing together researchers from across the generations.
Outstanding facilities and commitment to discovery makes the School in demand among the brightest minds in biomedical research. Here are just a few of the leaders contributing to our world-changing research.
