BIOM30003 Biomedical Science Research Project
University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Summer, Semester 1, Semester 2.
- No final exam: all coursework
Is BIOM30003 hard?
BIOM30003: About average. Makes it easier: No final exam. Makes it harder: Reviewers say it takes a lot of time. The easier and harder points roughly balance out.
What you learn
An individual supervised research project where you help design, carry out and present the research.
After it you can
- Design a project to answer a research question
- Collect data and analyse it with statistics
- Present results in writing and a talk or poster
What you need first
an average mark of 75 or more in level 2/3 subjects and the subject coordinator’s permission
Can’t be taken together with
Careers
Helps toward: Biochemist, Microbiologist, Laboratory scientist, Zoologist, Veterinarian, Biotechnologist
How it’s assessed
Reports and essays 60%, Presentations 30%, Projects 10%
Student reviews and ratings
Summarised from 4 students on StudentVIP (2014–2025)
- Your experience depends heavily on the lab and project; choose one that truly interests you and with supportive supervisors.
- Demanding: assessment is mostly at the end (report and presentation), and the report can grow far beyond the word limit.
- Recommended for anyone considering honours or research; it builds lab connections and research skills.
- One reviewer advised against taking it with a full or heavy load.
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Quick answers
- When is BIOM30003 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Summer, Semester 1, Semester 2.
- What do I need before taking BIOM30003?
- Needs an average mark of 75 or more in level 2/3 subjects and the subject coordinator’s permission.
- Does BIOM30003 have a final exam?
- No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Reports and essays 60%, Presentations 30%, Projects 10%.
- Is BIOM30003 hard?
- From 4 student reviews on StudentVIP: Your experience depends heavily on the lab and project; choose one that truly interests you and with supportive supervisors.
- What do students say about BIOM30003?
- Your experience depends heavily on the lab and project; choose one that truly interests you and with supportive supervisors. Demanding: assessment is mostly at the end (report and presentation), and the report can grow far beyond the word limit. Recommended for anyone considering honours or research; it builds lab connections and research skills.
- Can I take BIOM30003 as breadth?
- No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
- Can I rate BIOM30003?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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