Bachelor of Advanced Computing and Bachelor of Science (Medical Science)

About the course

This combined degree builds advanced computing capabilities alongside foundational and research-focused medical science knowledge. You’ll develop practical and theoretical skills across computing, information technology and business transformation while studying human biology from molecules to whole systems. Designed for students aiming to apply technical expertise to medical research and public health, it is a five-year bachelor-level combined program. The programme builds programming, systems thinking, and data skills for technology-driven industries and startups.

Career outcome

Graduates can combine computing expertise with medical science knowledge for roles at the intersection of health and technology. Career paths may include health/medical data analyst, bioinformatics or computational biology roles, research assistant or medical research support, and digital health or health IT projects in hospitals, research institutes, government and industry. Outcomes align with a bachelor-level pathway in IT & Computer Science applied to medical science. Preparing graduates for software development, IT support, data analysis, and technology consultancy entry roles.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)