Bachelor of Biomedical Science

A three-year Edith Cowan University degree studying human physiology, microbiology, immunology and genetics, with purpose-built biomedical labs in Colombo.

ECUS

Awarded by

Edith Cowan University

Next intake: November 2026
LevelBachelors
Duration3 Years
CampusColombo

Overview

About this course

The Bachelor of Biomedical Science prepares students for laboratory-based and research careers in health and medical science. It is an Edith Cowan University degree taught on the Rajagiriya campus, which has purpose-built biomedical laboratories. The first year covers anatomy and physiology, human genetics, pathophysiology, statistics and chemistry for the life sciences. Later years move into applied microbiology, immunology, pharmacology, medical biochemistry, forensic genetics and developmental biology, and finish with biomedical ethics and a final-year Professional Practice unit that places students in clinical, laboratory, professional or simulated settings. ECU notes that graduates can go on to specialise in areas such as medical microbiology, clinical chemistry, transfusion science, histopathology, cytology, virology or immunology. Students who study all three trimesters in a year can complete the three-year degree in two years. Unit availability can change between intakes.

Modules

25 modules
SCH1101Society, Health and Culture
MHS1101Anatomy and Physiology 1
MAT1114Introduction to Statistics
SCC1123Chemistry for the Life Sciences
SCH1133Human Genetics
SCC1226Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry
MHS1102Anatomy and Physiology 2
SCH1104Introduction to Pathophysiology
SCH1132Human Evolution and Ecology

Entry requirements

Academic Entry Requirement

Direct entry (any one of)
  • GCE A/L (Sri Lankan, UK or equivalent): a score of 5 from a minimum of two and a maximum of three A Level subjects. Local A/L points: A=5, B=4, C=3, S=1. UK A Level points: A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1.
  • AQF Level 5: a completed Diploma or Advanced Diploma from a recognised institution, including the Edith Cowan College diploma, or an equivalent qualification.
  • AQF Level 4 (Certificate IV or equivalent): successful completion of the ECC Foundation Program, ECC Diploma Year 1 or an equivalent qualification.
English Language Requirement (any one of)
  • IELTS Academic: overall 6.0 with no band below 6.0 (results valid for about 2 years).
  • TOEFL iBT (or Home Edition) or paper-based: 70, with no individual score below 17.
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic): 52, with no score below 50.
  • Cambridge C1 Advanced: overall 169, with no band below 169.
  • Completed AQF Diploma or Advanced Diploma with a 50% plus pass in ELACS.
  • Grade C (credit pass) in English at Sri Lankan GCE O/L or A/L, completed within 5 years of the course start. Other evidence of English proficiency may be accepted by the admissions team.
International applicants

International students check the ECU secondary school results page for the equivalent of their qualification, as referred to on the ECU Sri Lanka website.

Fees & scholarships

Local students

LKR 172,000per year
Application feeLKR 10,000

International students

USD 1,130per year
Application feeUSD 50
2026 international unit price, per unit; tuition is paid in advance of each trimester.

Payment options

Online payment through the student payment pages.
Telegraphic transfer, the preferred method for international students (USD).
Bank cheque or draft, paid at a Sampath Bank branch using the campus deposit slip.
Credit card in person or online, with a 3% administration fee.
Direct deposit or online transfer to the campus bank account.
Cash at the campus, with the receipt kept for reference.

Facilities

Gallery

Key information

Level

bachelors

Duration

3 Years

Location

Colombo

Fees

LKR 172,000 ยท Local

USD 1,130 ยท International

See fees & scholarships

Upcoming intakes

Verified informationOct 19, 2026

Related study areas

Biomedical ScienceHealth Science

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