Biomedical science is a rapidly evolving area, with many exciting career opportunities. Biomedical research and the development of new biomedical products contribute to improving health outcomes worldwide. Governments and organisations, for example pharmaceutical companies and investment banks, continue to invest heavily in this global industry. The process of introducing new biomedical products into the market for commercial use requires multidisciplinary teams that often include research scientists, engineers, business development specialists, intellectual property lawyers, clinical trials experts, marketing specialists, and legal experts with an understanding of compliance and regulations. Demand for specialists who have knowledge and skills across a number of these disciplines, such as biomedical science and laws, is increasing across local and international markets. Why choose this course? A double degree in biomedical science and laws provides students with the knowledge to work as part of multidisciplinary teams in biomedical research, development and commercialization. To pursue a career as a lawyer, you will need to complete further practical training before you can apply for admission to practice. During this degree, you will complete core biomedical science units that develop knowledge and skills in foundational biomedical science disciplines. Comprehensive core studies in law will assist you in developing the capabilities necessary to be a successful learner and legal professional. You will not only gain knowledge of the law but also skills such as research, communication and dispute resolution. This degree offers you the flexibility to choose one major study area or two minor study areas in biomedical science. These may include anatomical sciences, human biochemistry, human physiology, infectious diseases or cell and molecular biotechnology. You will also complete four elective units which may include family law, advanced legal clinic, competition moots, international business law, property transactions and Indigenous people and the law. Electives can also be chosen from other areas in the university, for example, mandarin or other language. For detailed information on study areas, please visit the single degree course page for biomedical science and the course page for law You will be taught by professionals with experience across disciplines and established partnerships with industry that is directly linked to research development and commercialisation. There are opportunities for hands-on learning that will develop your legal skills such as interviewing, negotiation, drafting and advocacy. Students may also choose to complete up to 400 hours of work integrated learning in a laboratory, clinical or research-oriented workplace. Career outcomes Graduates may work in legal environments as a solicitor, barrister, in-house counsel, government lawyer or mediator. Graduates may also work in consultancy through the innovation and commercialization of infrastructure including, for example, regulation, compliance and clinical trials. Outside the specialist biomedical science and legal environments, graduates will have skills and knowledge that is transferable to a wide range of areas including business, marketing, communication and policy advisors or officers.