This program has a focus on biomedical science. You will gain skills to perform confidently in biological, chemical and microbiological laboratories. This program may also provide you with a pathway into a range of science-related bachelor degrees with advanced standing. You will also undertake 80 hours of professional practice where you will tackle a relevant workplace project or task. What you will study Gain core laboratory and science skills for a range of professional roles or receive advanced standing in a bachelor degree. Career On completion you'll be qualified for employment at a technical or paraprofessional level in a range of public and private laboratories. This program provides broad-based training for a technical career in diagnostics, medical research, veterinary, biological research, biotechnology or chemical and food testing laboratories. We ensure our programs meet the current needs of industry through our industry advisory committees. These include the Laboratory Medicine Program Advisory Committee and the Biosciences Program Advisory Committee. There are representatives from organizations such as the Austin Health, Monash Health, CSL-Behring, Cancer Council and Melbourne IVF. Pathway options You can gain entry to the Associate Degree in Applied Science from RMIT Foundation Studies or a range of vocational study programs. Further study When you successfully complete the Associate Degree in Applied Science and achieve a minimum GPA of 2.0 (out of 4.0) you are guaranteed entry in the following programs with credit: Bachelor of Science (Biological Sciences) - you will receive 3 semesters of advanced standing (equivalent to 144 credit points). Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) - you will receive 3 semesters of advanced standing (equivalent to 144 credit points). Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences - you will receive 2 semesters of advanced standing (equivalent to 120 credit points). Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Laboratory Medicine) - you will receive 2 semesters of advanced standing (equivalent to 120 credit points). Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences - you will receive 2 semesters of advanced standing (equivalent to 120 credit points). To be eligible, you must also successfully complete the prerequisite course ONPS2164 Medicines, Drugs and Poisons as part of your study in the Associate Degree in Applied Science. Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) - you will receive 1 semester of advanced standing (equivalent to 84 credit points). To be eligible, you must also successfully complete the pre-requisite course PHAR1033 Essentials of Health Care Practice as part of your study in the Associate Degree in Applied Science. If you achieve below the minimum GPA, you may still apply. You will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and credit is not guaranteed. Alternatively, you may be eligible for entry into other RMIT undergraduate programs.