Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences with Honours (BBiomedSc(Hons))
Biology
A course by
Otago University
An eight-month, full-time, thesis-only postgraduate honours programme providing advanced research training in biomedical sciences, available at the University of Otago’s Dunedin, Christchurch, or Wellington campuses.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 3 locations
It will take a total of 35 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced critical thinking
Gain the ability to access, analyse, integrate, and apply complex biomedical information.
Specialisation in biomedical science research
Acquire foundational knowledge and advanced research experience in a selected area of biomedical sciences.
Apply experimental design and quantitative methods
Develop an understanding of experimental design and carry out quantitative analyses in biomedical research.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences with Honours (BBiomedSc(Hons)) provides hands-on research training within leading biomedical research teams. The programme is 85% independent research and 15% coursework focusing on key themes such as human and animal ethics, the Māori context in research, mental health and wellbeing, presentation and thesis writing skills. Students develop advanced critical thinking, experimental design, and analytical skills. The degree is thesis-only, has no final exams, is completed full-time across three campuses and is available in specialisations that span drugs and human health, functional human biology, infection and immunity, molecular health, nutrition and metabolism, and genetics and development.
Course Content
- Supervised research project (thesis: 85% of programme)
- Coursework modules (15%):
- Human and animal ethics
- Māori context in research
- Mental health and wellness
- Presentation skills
- Thesis writing skills
- Workshops on scientific writing
- Participation in journal clubs
- Research topics available in six specialisations: Drugs and Human Health, Functional Human Biology, Infection and Immunity, Molecular Basis of Health and Disease, Nutrition and Metabolism in Human Health, Reproduction, Genetics and Development
What you need to know first
Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (BBiomedSc) or equivalent qualification
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Biomedical Research
Health Sciences
Biotechnology
Future employment opportunities might be
Research laboratory scientist (biomedical research)
Entry to master's and PhD studies in biomedical sciences
Research roles in hospitals, universities, health agencies, or biotechnology companies