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Bachelor of Biomedical Science in Pharmaceutical Science

Deakin University - Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus

Australia,Victoria

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36 Months

Duration

CAD 40,800/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

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Australia, Victoria

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1974

Total Students: 60,000 +

Int. Students: 10,250 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

75 Pigdons Road, Waurn Ponds, Victoria 3216

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Key Facts
Fees & Funding
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Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Biomedical Science in Pharmaceutical Science

Program Overview

Develop an in-depth understanding of human biology with the Bachelor of Biomedical Science and graduate with the skills and experience to play an important role in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases at molecular, cellular and systems levels. Expertise in biology and the science behind disease puts you in a position to make a real difference. Explore early diagnosis, disease progression and prognosis, and the role of pharmaceutical science in the treatment of disease and improved health.

You can customise your degree by choosing from a broad range of specialisations, enabling you to learn more about what you love and become an expert in your field of interest. Graduate ready for your future career through wide-ranging practical experiences. You will get hands-on training in our world-class laboratories, testing your findings in real-life biomedical settings and gain industry experience with 80 to 160 hours of work placement.

Major: Pharmaceutical Science
Pharmaceutical Science aims at developing new medicines for the treatment of disease. This major covers topics including the chemistry, biology and technology of medicines and is ideally suited for students who have a strong interest in chemistry, drug action and discovery. You will learn how the chemistry of life determines the biology of cells, tissues and organisms, and explore the drug discovery process from the identification of suitable drug targets to the use of chemistry to isolate, design and apply molecules in the treatment of disease. Pharmaceutical Science underlies the business of a multi-billion dollar industry, which provides a huge range of employment opportunities. This major prepares graduates for a successful career in basic and applied research, future employment in the pharmaceutical and biomedical industries, and the wider health care sector.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

3-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

3 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

36 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 40,800 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Deakin University - Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus

CAD 29,710 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 Minimum Listening - 6.0 Minimum Reading - 6.0 Minimum Writing - 6.0 Minimum Speaking - 6.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 50.0 Minimum Listening - 50.0 Minimum Reading - 50.0 Minimum Writing - 50.0 Minimum Speaking - 50.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

Minimum CGPA Required: 65.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Deakin India Support Bursary

We are pleased to introduce the Deakin India Support Bursary exclusively for the July 2026 intake, designed to provide meaningful support, reassurance, and confidence to students as they take the next step with Deakin.

What this means for your students

An additional 10% bursary, applied upfront in the first semester
Over and above existing 20% and 25% merit scholarships
Immediate financial relief at the point of commencement

Deakin Vice-Chancellor’s Meritorious 100% Scholarship 2026 (India)

The Vice-Chancellor’s Meritorious 100% Scholarship Program 2026 is an initiative of Deakin University to reward students with meritorious academic backgrounds and excellent co-curricular achievements.

The 100% scholarships are available for:

Indian citizens currently living in India with a valid Indian passport during the application period.
Offered for the entire duration of undergraduate or postgraduate programs.
Geared towards individuals who aspire to contribute to their communities.

Academic eligibility criteria

85% overall in Year 12 scores of CBSE/ICSE/State Board; OR
10 overall in the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE)/A Level; OR
32 overall in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP); OR
80% overall in an undergraduate degree.

Scholarships and Bursaries

Deakin University offers a wide range of scholarships and bursaries to assist students from India in supporting their tuition fees for onshore studies in Australia.
These are based on academic merit as outlined in the table below and are offered on the total indicative tuition fee stated in the offer letter. The scholarships and bursaries are applicable for the entire duration of the course.

SCHOLARSHIPS/BURSARIES	BOARD/DEGREE/LEVEL	ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
20% Bursary (Deakin India Bursary)	BOARD/DEGREE/LEVEL	UG COURSES	PG COURSES
	CBSE / ICSE / State Board	70 to 79.9%
	GCSE / A Level	8 to 9.9
	IB Diploma	27 to 31.9
	Bachelor's Degree		60 to 74.9 %
25% Scholarship (Deakin India Merit Scholarship)	CBSE / ICSE / State Board	80% & above
	GCSE / A Level	10 & above
	IB Diploma	32 & above
	Bachelor's Degree		75% & above

This scholarship is conditional on acceptance of terms and conditions, which will be specified in the acceptance form

Key Information

Scholarships and bursaries are available for all intakes and across all Deakin University campuses in Australia.
Open to students applying for any undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program.

Students need to share the following documents while nominating a student for the Vice Chancellor Scholarship:

Video SOP
All Extra Curricular activities certificates from the last 4 years
Two Letters of Recommendations
Statement of Purpose
Resume (If Applicable)
Cover Letter

Deakin College Foundation Pathway Scholarship

Students who complete the Deakin College Foundation program and enroll directly into a Deakin University degree will be eligible for the new Deakin College Foundation Pathway Scholarship.

Important dates	Benefits
Commencing T1 2025 until December 2027	10% off the bachelor's degree tuition fees if the graduating Foundation student achieves a grade between 60% and 65%
	15% off the bachelor's degree tuition fees if the graduating Foundation student achieves a grade of 65%+
Eligibility criteria
The bursary is open to all international students. The bursary can not be held in conjunction with any other Deakin scholarship.

Work Permit

PGWP

Students who have completed their studies in Australia can apply for a Post Study Work Permit or a Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) to continue working in Australia post the completion of their study programs. As an international student, one can apply for the visa but not later than six months after completing your course. But to be eligible, you must meet the Australian Study Requirements, which include a minimum of 16 months of stay in Australia and a completing 92 weeks of a course registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).

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