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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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."
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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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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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Allen Xiao
"Keep your options open. You never know what subject might trigger a 'moment of truth' and guide you down a future pathway.."
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Caitlin Cole
"I really loved third year - I got to focus on what I was most interested in and hear from world renowned experts across so many different areas."
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Ronan Petersen
"Through studying the Bachelor of Biomedicine I have received a wonderful introduction to health sciences…I’ve become more organised, focused and confident."
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Zahraa Hameed
"I want to address the health inequities that exist in our community, on a global scale."
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Georgia Carney
"My fellow students are compassionate people who are deeply interested in healthcare and how science can be used to help others."
“The scholarship has had such a meaningful impact on my life, but it also empowers me to have a meaningful impact on the world.”
Meet Laura, Bachelor of Biomedicine student and Narrm Scholarship recipient
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Joanne Liu
"There is such a diverse range of opportunities available to Biomedicine students at Melbourne - like the exchange program."
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Fraser Miscamble
"The specific effects of exercise on our muscular and cardiovascular systems, and how consistent training can lead to increased strength and endurance capacity over time, particularly interests me."
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Vina Quinnarva
"Learning how to be independent, being exposed to new cultures and perspectives – and adapting and adjusting to a new environment…it’s been an empowering experience."
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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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Dan Revesz
"The biomedical precinct was what attracted me to Melbourne - the scope of the quality of research output, receiving lectures from world leading researchers and clinicians has really made me realise how special this precinct is."
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Joseph Say
"I like that the University of Melbourne offers ‘breadth’ - it allows students to broaden their minds and knowledge."
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Rachel Moraes
"I’ve met incredibly accomplished academics and gotten a glimpse into biomedical engineering research at a much earlier stage in my degree than I could have hoped for."
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Inas Hussein
"The 'Discovering Biomedicine' subject gave me a view on what was expected of me as a student in the Biomedicine course and of the University."
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Ashleigh Mayes
"I loved mathematics for biomedicine and my neuroscience major core classes...the teaching was great and environment was very welcoming."
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Max Bishop
"Neuroscience is a field we are barely scratching the surface of and it holds so much promise to help society."
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Melisand Box
"I want to be a doctor because I love the analytical aspect of diagnosing - and it's a career where I can constantly learn and study."
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Cameron Lou
"I’ve loved meeting and connecting with people who are passionate about science...learning from world leading researchers has been incredible."
“Biomed has opened up my eyes to the vast horizon of possibilities…”
Hear what it's like studying Biomedicine from alumni Sarah Fletcher and Michael Barrese.
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Zahra Mozaffari
"I love the independence I get to experience every day on campus...I am always meeting such amazing people from all over the world."
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Sophie de Jersey
"I want to become a paediatric cardiologist and work in rural and remote areas that have limited access to healthcare."
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Ben Gordijn
"I have a keen interest in technology, and am hoping to incorporate this into my medical career - using technology to find creative solutions to medical issues."
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Elissa Abou Eissa
"I believe that the advances we make in medicine today can improve the lives of those that have been changed by war and other traumatic events."
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Jesse Silber
"I wanted to do psychology/psychiatry for a long time and this pushed me towards the Bachelor of Biomedicine."
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Lamisha Ahnaf
“I haven’t had a lecturer or tutor so far that was not deeply passionate about what they were teaching and always trying their best to help students.”
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Samara Roy
"I’ve learnt a lot about myself since moving to Melbourne and it’s definitely confirmed for me that I am studying what I love and am on the right path."
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Elyse Mifsud
"The Neuroscience major has given me an in-depth understanding of how neural circuits and pathways contribute to various mental processes - from perception and memory to emotion and decision-making."
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Cindy Zhang
"I want to follow a career path that aligns with my values of making a positive impact in the community and helping others."
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Alicia Maddock
"To be a doctor has been a dream of mine and doing the Bachelor of Biomedicine has strengthened my goal. The degree has affirmed that I really love to learn and has cemented my passion for medicine."
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Amanda Kristanto
"My academic journey at the University of Melbourne has instilled in me self-reliance, fostered personal growth, and fortified resilience – all invaluable life skills for the journey ahead."
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Aaron Pojani
"Internships, volunteering, research programs, and student initiatives are all incredible ways to gain experience and meet people with similar interests."
"The Biomedicine degree has exposed me to a wide range of fields in science and medicine"
The choice to study the Bachelor of Biomedicine at the University of Melbourne felt natural since a lot of my interests in high school were the subjects that I could choose from in the degree. Although I am still unsure as to what I will do in the future, the Biomedicine degree has exposed me to a wide range of fields in science and medicine - and I certainly don't have a shortage of choices!
James, Bachelor of Biomedicine student
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Camille Ling, Bachelor of Biomedicine (Honours) (Hong Kong)
"Dedicating myself to working full time in the laboratory with my supervisor was a very unique and empowering experience."
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Daming Pan, Doctor of Medicine & Bachelor of Biomedicine (China)
"Biomedicine as an undergraduate degree provides me a comprehensive foundation of biomedical knowledge. This gives advantage in the learning experience in MD and it also maximised the research opportunities for me... At the same time, the degree offers a wide range of future careers other than medicine in both research and clinical healthcare."
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Chandrika Bajaj, Bachelor of Biomedicine (India)
"The lack of accessible healthcare and the need to act on climate change inspire me to work harder towards achieving my goal. The Bachelor of Biomedicine offers intensive learning and the ability to pick a breadth outside biomedical subjects."
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Sara Tan, Bachelor of Biomedicine (Singapore)
"The student culture is fantastic because it is built on a love for learning and a desire to help each other out wherever we can. I was impressed with the University of Melbourne’s dedication to supporting their students."
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Abigail Chang, Bachelor of Biomedicine (Malaysia)
"I decided on Biomedicine because it provides a more specialised pathway for aspiring medical students. I think the structure prepares students for the intense journey ahead in the health/STEM field."
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Qi Xu Soh, Bachelor of Biomedicine (Singapore)
"We have had great lecturers and the pace of the course is pretty ideal for me. With a lot of freedom and self-directed learning in Biomedicine, I have developed a stronger sense of responsibility and discipline."
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Stefanie Voelker, Doctor of Physiotherapy & Bachelor of Biomedicine (Honours) (Indonesia & Germany)
"I chose to study at the University of Melbourne because it is one of the leading research hubs in the world, which is up my alley considering I’m aiming towards having research be a part of my future physiotherapy career."
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Patrick Nugraha, Bachelor of Biomedicine (Indonesia)
"The Bachelor of Biomedicine serves as an important steppingstone to a future in the field of biomedical science, and the University of Melbourne has one of the best Doctor of Medicine programs in Australia and one of the best in the world."
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Sherine Abraham, Master of Public Health & Bachelor of Biomedicine (India & Malaysia)
"The University of Melbourne offered exactly what I was looking for from a university experience: culture and dynamics. I was immersed in an academic haven, yet learning was holistic, which was pivotal in my academic pursuit."
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Josh Murray, Doctor of Medicine & Bachelor of Biomedicine
"I was shocked when I moved to Melbourne, needed to see a doctor and was given an appointment that same day. That’s why I’d like to become a GP in a rural or remote area – to help address the health deficits there."
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Zunayed Kabir, Bachelor of Biomedicine
"I chose the University of Melbourne because it has the number one medical school in the country... The teaching is of a very high quality with the lecturers and tutors making sure that students understand the content... The University is in the heart of the city, making it a convenient place in general."
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Isabella Pozzi, Bachelor of Biomedicine
"The teachers are great, their passion for the subjects is very clear. One of my happiest moments was when I was in a practical and I realised that I could actually apply the material we were learning instead of just copying the demonstrator... I now know the right balance of studying, exercising, socialising and ‘me’ time."