Biomedical and Health Sciences - Microbiology and Immunology Adelaide University

Overview

Throughout the Biomedical and Health Sciences - Microbiology and Immunology course from Adelaide University you'll learn how vaccines and antibiotics are developed and used to prevent, treat and control disease. Gain a comprehensive understanding of biomedicine and health, learning how the human body works in health and disease, and graduate ready to address anticipated workforce shortages in the health field. 

Prepare to become a future health leader with Adelaide University’s Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences. Learn from internationally acclaimed academics and study anatomy using real human specimens. Put theory into practice with hands-on learning experiences that include high-tech simulations. 

Majoring in Microbiology and Immunology, you’ll learn how infectious agents interact with humans and how our immune system fights pathogens. Discover how our bodies respond to bacteria, viruses and parasites. Explore global public health issues relating to the outbreak of infectious diseases and the rising threat of antibiotic-resistant bacteria or drug-resistant pathogens. 

Apply your learning in lab-based practicals and work placements, including a dedicated placement in a relevant industry or research setting. Your in-demand, transferable skills will set you up for a fascinating career in the health and biomedical sector or for further postgraduate studies. 

Career opportunities:

The Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences opens doors to a huge range of career options in health. With a major in Microbiology and Immunology, you might become a microbiologist, dedicated to understanding microorganisms. Or you might become an infectious disease specialist, conducting research on emerging pathogens. Perhaps you might work in the pharmaceutical industry, connecting healthcare professionals to the latest products and medicines.  

Your broad health expertise will also open opportunities as a: 

• Molecular and biomedical scientist 
• Medical researcher 
• Public health advisor  
• Health informatics coordinator 
• Laboratory research assistant  
• Healthcare and diagnostic product specialist  
• Science communicator. 

You’ll also be well-prepared for further postgraduate studies in the health or medical fields, or research.