Our fast-tracked Bachelor of Clinical Science is the ideal preparation for the Macquarie MD or other graduate-entry medicine programs. It will also prepare you for a range of health disciplines and research. Overview Improving lives and contributing to healthier communities is one of the most rewarding things you can do. A career in medicine or health as a doctor, physiotherapist, medical researcher or other health professional is exciting and dynamic, and provides an opportunity to make a real difference. This innovative and fast-tracked course focuses on human clinical sciences and builds the foundational professional skills you'll need for a career in medicine, allied health or medical research. Watch this video to find out more about the Bachelor of Clinical Science at Macquarie. KEY FEATURES This course is the ideal preparation for Macquarie's Doctor of Medicine (Macquarie MD) – or other graduate-entry medicine program – as well as for further study in physiotherapy or for a career in a range of health and medical professions or research. You'll get to your career goal sooner by fast-tracking your studies – complete your bachelor degree in two years instead of three by using additional sessions in the summer and winter breaks. You'll have the option to receive targeted preparation for medical school admissions tests and interviews. You'll build practical technical skills using the latest simulation technology and through working with human anatomical specimens. You'll learn in an environment that is home to Macquarie University Hospital – Australia's first and only private, not-for-profit hospital on a university campus. You'll have the opportunity to undertake work experience in a healthcare setting or medical research facility. SUITABLE FOR The Bachelor of Clinical Science is ideal if you who wish to continue on to a graduate-entry medicine program such as the Macquarie MD, a postgraduate program in a related field at Macquarie University (eg the Doctor of Physiotherapy), or if who want to complete your degree in two years instead of three. This course offers distinct advantages if you wish to apply for the Macquarie MD: a three per cent bonus automatically applied to weighted GPA 20 interview places reserved for Bachelor of Clinical Science graduates eligibility to apply for the Macquarie University Bachelor of Clinical Science graduate scholarships – up to five scholarships worth AU$30,000 each year automatic completion of prerequisite study through core units. Career Opportunities A Macquarie course can set your dream career in motion. PROFESSIONS With its focus on problem solving, analytical, research and communication skills, this degree will prepare you to pursue a career in medicine, medical research and other healthcare professions. Options include: Health and medical researcher (after further study) Health policy designer or health planner (after further study) Pharmaceutical or biotechnology specialist (after further study) Dentist (after further accredited study) Doctor (after further accredited study) Physiotherapist (after further accredited study) Veterinary surgeon (after further accredited study)