Areas of Study

We offer programs and courses in the following disciplines:

Health - Biomedical Science and Laboratory Medicine. Biomedical Science aims to provide education and training for a career in biomedical sciences. Biomedical scientists provide the scientific support and research for medicine and support industries related to medicine, such as the pharmaceutical and diagnostic companies. Laboratory Medicine aims to provide education and training for careers as a medical scientist in the private and public pathology laboratory sectors.
Wine Science is designed to equip graduates with the necessary knowledge and skills for careers in the wine industry.
Sustainability Science - provides environmental and resource managers and other professionals with appropriate formal instruction to enhance their skills and knowledge in the emerging discipline of sustainability science.
Combined Degrees are offered to students to expand their employment opportunities upon graduation by providing a combination of professional skills and knowledge that one degree cannot.

USQ Handbook

The USQ Handbook provides information for students regarding program structures, objectives and course specifications for all undergraduate and postgraduate award programs of study currently offered by USQ.

Research

We are committed to further enhancing our recognised research strengths and supporting emerging research.

Contacting the Department

Contact details for the Department of Biological and Physical Sciences including staff lists.