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The Biomedicine program offers foundational core courses along with 15 specialized majors, equipping students for diverse healthcare careers. Exclusive to Biomedicine students, the second and third-year core curriculum features integrated subjects that highlight connections across biomedical fields - deepening your comprehension of the human body's intricate systems. Third-year studies shift toward clinical applications (Molecules to Malady) or population health perspectives (Frontiers in Biomedicine), synthesizing your entire Biomedicine experience. This undergraduate degree serves as excellent preparation for medical school and health professions. Approximately one-third of graduates enroll in this university's Doctor of Medicine (MD) program, comprising over half of domestic MD admissions, while others pursue various graduate studies at Melbourne.
The Human Structure and Function Major explores bodily systems through the interconnected study of physiology and anatomy. Coursework seamlessly blends structural anatomy with functional physiology, incorporating relevant aspects of pathology, pharmacology, and zoology. This major prepares students for: medical and health sciences; advanced research in anatomy/physiology; academic and hospital-based research; pharmaceutical industry roles; science communication, consulting, and journalism positions.