Facts & figures
Global leaders
- #1 in Australia for anatomy and physiology (2024 QS Subject Rankings)
- #6 in the world for anatomy and physiology (2024 QS Subject Rankings)
- Top 20 university globally QS World University Rankings 2024
Study area_
Medical science
Preparing you for a career in medical research
Explore the science behind the human body and the causes and treatments of disease, and build the essential foundation for a rewarding career improving the health of people and communities.
Courses in medical sciences
Undergraduate courses
- Bachelor of Science (Medical Science)
- Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Medical Science)
- Applied Medical Sciences Major
- Anatomy and Histology Major
- Immunology and Pathology (for Medical Sciences) Major
- Physiology (for Medical Sciences) Major
- Immunology (for Medical Science) Minor
- Pathology Minor
- Cell and Developmental Biology Major
- Infectious Disease (for Medical Diseases) Major
- Neuroscience (for Medical Sciences) Major
- Virology (for Medical Science) Minor
Postgraduate courses
- Master of Biomedical Science (Genomics and Precision Medicine)
- Master of Biomedical Science (Infection and Immunity)
- Graduate Certificate in Biomedical Science (Infection and Immunity)
- Graduate Certificate in Biomedical Science (Genomics and Precision Medicine)
- Graduate Diploma in Biomedical Science (Infection and Immunity)
- Graduate Diploma in Biomedical Science (Genomics and Precision Medicine)
Honours
Postgraduate research
Why study medical science at Sydney?
- The School of Medical Sciences produces high-impact research that addresses the most important global health issues.
- We are a major player in Australian and international biomedical research.
- Core research facilities include advanced microscopy, animal behavioural, live cell analysis, molecular biology, Bosch mass spectrometry, PC2 laboratory, research computing and engineering facilities.
- You can study at 2 locations: Camperdown or Westmead campus - Westmead is one of the world's largest health and medical research precincts.
Careers in medical sciences
With innovative approaches to health on the rise, the medical sector is expanding and our graduates are in-demand. Graduates enjoy careers in medical research, laboratory pathology, biochemistry, pharmacology, government and industry.
A degree in medical science can also give you an excellent foundation to become a doctor or dentist with further study, or find rewarding work in the broader medical, pharmaceutical and health sciences areas.
Graduate profile
Gurtej Singh, Bachelor of Medical Science
“There were so many opportunities to talk to experts about their experiences in research and seek guidance about where you can go with your research career.”
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