Music and Biomedical Science

About the course

This combined bachelor’s course lets you graduate with two qualifications in four years: a Bachelor of Music with a defined study plan and a Bachelor of Biomedical Science focused on a chosen discipline. You’ll develop advanced musical skills and combine them with biomedical knowledge and research capability, broadening career options across arts and health-related industries. This is an undergraduate double degree in music and biomedical science. The programme develops design, animation, visual storytelling, and digital media production for creative industries.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue varied pathways combining advanced music practice with biomedical science knowledge and research skills. Career directions may include performance, composition, teaching, musicology, arts administration and roles in health and medical science environments such as research support, laboratory and diagnostic contexts, or health communication. Outcomes depend on the biomedical major and music specialisation chosen in this bachelor double degree. Preparing graduates for graphic design, multimedia production, advertising, and creative studio roles.

Living Costs in Perth**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)