Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Application Fee: AUD $100

Academic Qualifications: Applicants for undergraduate programs typically require a minimum academic achievement of 70% or above in their previous academic qualifications.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall band score of 6.0 or 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 80 with a minimum of 19 in each section.
• PTE (Pearson Test of English): Overall score of 58 with a minimum of 50 in each section.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It's important to note that entry requirements can vary by program and may change over time. Additionally, some programs may have additional requirements, such as interviews, portfolios, or work experience.

Monash University offers a range of scholarships to both domestic and international students to help cover the cost of tuition fees, living expenses, and other study-related costs. These scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence, financial need, leadership potential, and other criteria.

Monash International Merit Scholarship: This scholarship is offered to international students who have demonstrated academic excellence in their previous studies. The scholarship provides up to $10,000 per annum for the duration of the student's course.

Monash Asylum Seekers Scholarship: This scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to asylum seekers who are undertaking undergraduate or postgraduate study at Monash University. The scholarship covers the cost of tuition fees, as well as a range of other study-related expenses.

Monash Equity Scholarship: This scholarship is offered to students who have experienced financial hardship or other forms of disadvantage that have impacted their ability to succeed academically. The scholarship provides up to $6,000 per annum to assist with living expenses and other costs.

Monash Indigenous Scholarship: This scholarship is available to Indigenous students who are undertaking undergraduate or postgraduate study at Monash University. The scholarship provides a range of benefits, including financial assistance, mentoring, and academic support.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) and Bachelor of Biomedical Science program at Monash University possess a unique combination of business acumen, scientific knowledge, and practical skills, making them well-suited for diverse career opportunities in healthcare, biomedical industries, and business management. 

Healthcare Administrator: Graduates can work as healthcare administrators or managers, overseeing the operations of healthcare facilities such as hospitals, clinics, or medical practices. They manage budgets, ensure regulatory compliance, optimize patient care delivery, and coordinate administrative functions to support efficient healthcare operations.

Biomedical Researcher: With expertise in biomedical science, graduates can pursue careers as researchers in academic institutions, pharmaceutical companies, or research laboratories. They conduct experiments, analyze data, and contribute to advancements in medical knowledge, drug development, and biomedical technologies.

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative: Graduates can work as pharmaceutical sales representatives, promoting and selling medications, medical devices, or healthcare products to healthcare professionals and institutions. They educate healthcare providers on product benefits, conduct product demonstrations, and build relationships to drive sales and market penetration.

Healthcare Consultant: Graduates can specialize as healthcare consultants, providing strategic advice to healthcare organizations, pharmaceutical companies, or government agencies. They analyze healthcare systems, recommend operational improvements, and develop healthcare policies to enhance patient care quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Regulatory Affairs Specialist: Graduates can pursue roles in regulatory affairs, ensuring compliance with government regulations and standards in biomedical industries. They navigate regulatory requirements, prepare regulatory submissions, and coordinate with regulatory authorities to obtain approvals for new drugs, medical devices, or clinical trials.

Medical Marketing Manager: With a background in business and biomedical science, graduates can work as medical marketing managers, developing marketing strategies and promotional campaigns for healthcare products or biomedical technologies. They conduct market research, identify target audiences, and execute marketing plans to achieve sales goals and brand objectives.

Health Informatics Specialist: Graduates can specialize in health informatics, leveraging their understanding of biomedical science and business analytics to manage healthcare data, electronic health records (EHR), and health information systems. They optimize data use for clinical decision-making, patient care coordination, and healthcare policy development.

Clinical Trials Coordinator: Graduates can work as clinical trials coordinators, managing the planning, implementation, and monitoring of clinical research studies in pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, or hospitals. They ensure compliance with study protocols, recruit participants, collect data, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to advance medical research.

Healthcare Financial Analyst: Graduates can specialize in healthcare finance, analyzing financial data, forecasting budgets, and evaluating financial performance for healthcare organizations or biomedical firms. They provide financial insights, support strategic planning, and optimize resource allocation to achieve financial sustainability and operational efficiency.

Biotechnology Entrepreneur: With entrepreneurial skills and knowledge of biomedical science, graduates can start their own biotechnology ventures. They innovate new biomedical products, secure funding, navigate regulatory processes, and commercialize scientific discoveries to address healthcare challenges and contribute to the biotechnology industry's growth.