Course details

Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Honours) BBiomedSc(Hons)
NZQF Level 8

About the course

The goal of the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Honours) programme is to equip a selected group of academically able students to progress efficiently to PhD training. It is intended for people who aim to fill leadership roles in research and development. You will learn how to apply in-depth biomedical and biological science knowledge for the improvement of human health through the development of novel approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of disease. With these hypothesis-led research endeavours, you can enhance the links with research communities and grow research outputs for the benefit of the region and the country.

Entry requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

  • Study option

Research 120 points

Grade required

GPA Grade Point Average 6.5

Bachelor of Science

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Further programme requirements

You must have either:

  • completed a Bachelor of Science with a specialisation in Biomedical Science with a GPA of 6.5 or have equivalent prior study.
  • completed a Bachelor of Science with a specialisation in Biomedical Science, and a GPA of 6.5 in 60 points above Stage II.

An undergraduate degree in science

  • Qualification

IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System

Score required

6.5

No bands less than 6.0

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About the provider

Located in the vibrant centre of Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest city, The University of Auckland welcomes over 40,000 students each year, including 8,000 international students from over 100 countries.

As New Zealand’s largest and leading university, we harness the power of partnerships, research, teaching, excellence and equity to positively impact communities. Leading the way in sustainability and innovation, we tackle some of the world’s most compelling issues and challenges.

From academic support, student wellbeing and career support, we offer a wide range of pastoral care to all our students to help you stay well and succeed.

Our main campuses are in Auckland, a cosmopolitan and multicultural city where you can experience the best of urban living with nature at your doorstep..

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