M3M Bachelor of Medical Research

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Overview 2020

Entry Requirements: See entry requirements

Duration: Minimum 3 Years, up to a maximum of 7 Years
Duration
Duration refers to the minimum and maximum amounts of time in which this course can be completed. It will be affected by whether you choose to study full or part time, noting that some programs are only available part time.

Location

This course may not be available to international students. Please see the list of distance courses (i.e. online and taken outside Australia) that are offered to international students

Third year is really intense. It is definitely a step-up from second year, and definitely from first year. But I am enjoying every second of it.

Jessica Teoh, Bachelor of Medical Research Student

NOTE: This course is now in teach-out and is no longer accepting applications. Please see the Bachelor of Medical Research (53E).

If you are passionate about health and science you may be interested in Biomedicine, one of the most exciting areas of scientific research.

The Bachelor of Medical Research is designed to help you develop the research skills to push the boundaries of what science knows about human health.

Course objectives

In your first year of study you will learn the fundamentals of cells and the systems of the body. The following year, you will start to navigate the interacting systems that make up the human body – including exploring biochemical pathways and physiological systems fundamental to human health and disease.

In your third and final year, you will specialise in an area of interest and gain invaluable real-world experience of medical research. This course emphasises the acquisition of research skills and students will have exposure throughout the course to scientists actively involved in medical research, who are investigating current research questions in a range of fields.

As well as an in-depth knowledge of the disciplines that underpin biomedicine, students develop important attributes, including:

Effective communication skills.
Critical and creative thought and problem solving skills.
Ethical and social understanding
Global perspective of biomedicine

Course structure

Students must satisfactorily complete appropriate units with a total weighting of 300% from the BMedRes Schedules. This would normally comprise:

100% from Schedule 1
100% from Schedule 2
100% from Schedule 3

The program must include all core units in Schedules 1A and 2A, and at least 75% from units listed in Schedule 3A.

You can choose optional units from Schedules 1B, 2B and 3B, although alternative optional units (existing units, or units approved in the future) may be included with the approval of the course coordinator.

It is recommended that students seek advice from the course coordinator when selecting optional units.

Practical experience

In the first named medical research degree in the country, you'll develop a deeper understanding of the human body and its functions at a cellular, molecular and systems level. You will learn more about the normal biological processes – and the abnormal processes that occur in disease.

Most significantly, we'll help you develop the scientific and experimental skills that underpin biomedical research. This includes mastering the tools and techniques necessary for a range of specialities, including neuroscience, genetics, physiology, biochemistry and molecular biology, pharmacology, immunology and microbiology.

"My studies in medical research at the University of Tasmania have been essential for me to work as a medical research scientist. I received a fantastic grounding in molecular biology, genetics and immunology, where I learnt not only the theory but many laboratory techniques that I still use today."

– Rhea Longley, BMedRes(Hons)

Career outcomes

This vital field of medical work requires its practitioners to have a strong aptitude for science, the ability to make clear and precise observations, to work accurately under pressure, and be able to identify and analyse problems and develop practical solutions.

If you've got a passion for saving lives, helping people and conducting scientific experiments, then this could be the perfect career for you.

What do medical researchers do?

Medical research incorporates the work of biomedical scientists, clinical research scientists, geneticists, clinical engineers, pharmacologists and many other medical science professionals. Medical researchers work alongside other scientists, conducting tests and experiments and carrying out research projects.

Where do medical researchers work?

Medical Researchers use their skills in a range of careers in research institutes, university departments, hospitals, pathology laboratories, pharmaceutical and biomedical companies and government departments.

Careers in Medical Research

Medical researchers apply their expert scientific skills and research findings to develop a better understanding of illnesses and other medical problems. They work towards practical solutions, developing new medicines, finessing existing drugs, testing new products and figuring out measures to prevent and combat diseases.

This course will give you the necessary skills to work in medical research across a range of industries, including the pharmaceutical and biomedical sectors, research institutes, hospitals, and universities.

Professional Recognition

The Bachelor of Medical Research is not limited to a single professional discipline but is designed to provide a basis for medical research in a variety of settings.

Course structure

Students who commenced prior to 2015

The Bachelor of Medical Research consists of 24 units comprising:

A core 'Foundations in Medical Research' major of 8 units: 2 introductory, 2 intermediate, 4 advanced units
A discipline-specific major of 8 units: 2 introductory, 2 intermediate, 4 advanced units
A minor of 4 units: 2 introductory, 2 intermediate units
Four elective units: 2 degree electives and 2 breadth units.
2 degree electives:
2 breadth units:
Unit level requirements for the degree are: 8-10 units at introductory level, 6-10 units at intermediate level and 8-10 units at advanced level

Students commencing in 2015.

The Bachelor of Medical Research consists of a total of 24 units comprising:

A compulsory 'Foundations in Medical Research' major of 8 units: 2 introductory, 2 intermediate, 4 advanced units
A discipline-specific major of 8 units: 2 introductory, 2 intermediate, 4 advanced units
A minor of 4 units: 2 introductory, 2 intermediate units
Four elective units: 2 degree electives and 2 breadth units.

This schedule is only for continuing students who commenced prior to 2015

Schedule A (core)

Year 1 (A1)*

CHG105

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 1
Hobart	Semester 2
Launceston	Semester 1
Launceston	Semester 2
Cradle Coast	Semester 1

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 2 (MBBS Years 3-5 only)
Cradle Coast	Semester 2

Bachelor of Medical Research (M3M)

Overview 2020

Entry Requirements

Duration

Duration

Location

Career outcomes

What do medical researchers do?

Where do medical researchers work?

Careers in Medical Research

Professional Recognition

Course structure

This schedule is only for continuing students who commenced prior to 2015

Human Biology 1

Human Biology 2

Cell Biology, Genetics and Evolution

Chemistry 1A Hobart

Chemistry 1B Hobart

Data Handling and Statistics 1

Biology of Plants

Biology of Animals

Human Physiology

Human Physiology

Biochemistry: Metabolism & Nutrition

Molecular Biology in Health & Disease

Basic Pathological Processes and Immunity

Molecular Biology and Protein Biochemistry

Techniques in Molecular Biology and Protein Biochemistry

Advanced Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Research Project in Health and Disease

Neuroscience A

Neuroscience B

Applied Physiology

Medical Microbiology

Advanced Immunology

Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Development

Clinical Pharmacokinetics

Infectious Disease

Toxicology

Human Genetics

Population Health

Pharmacology

Pharmacology

Microbiology B (Pharmacy)

Microbiology

Chemistry 2C Chemical Analysis

Research Methods 2

Data Handling and Statistics 2

Environmental Chemistry

Chemistry 2A Organic and Bioinorganic

Lifespan Developmental Psychology

Health & Rehabilitation Psychology

Clinical Psychology

Biotechnology Law

Genetics

Cell Biology

Molecular Ecology and Evolution

Food Microbiology

Applied Environmental Microbiology

Cognitive Neuroscience

Research Methods 3

Individual Differences and Psychological Assessment

Cognition and Memory

Learning & Skilled Performance

Biology of Plants

Biology of Animals

Human Biology 1

Human Biology 2

Chemistry 1A Hobart

Chemistry 1B Hobart

Human Physiology

Human Physiology

Biochemistry: Metabolism & Nutrition

Molecular Biology in Health & Disease

Basic Pathological Processes and Immunity

Research Methods 2

Cell Biology, Genetics and Evolution

Molecular Biology and Protein Biochemistry

Techniques in Molecular Biology and Protein Biochemistry

Advanced Biochemistry and Molecular Biology