Biomedical Science Academy

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​In collaboration with The University of Queensland (UQ), our Biomedical Science Academy will provide bespoke pathways in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medical science STEM(M) to open new academic pathways and learning opportunities for our students.

Working closely with Australia’s powerhouse of academics and researchers in STEM(M) — including UQ and our internationally connected neighbouring institutions — we will nurture the skills and confidence in our students to lead a new era in education to inspire positive change for a sustainable world. 

The Biomedical Science Academy will provide a variety of enrichment and acceleration opportunities for students throughout both Junior Secondary and Senior Secondary phases of school, enabling them to not only keep pace in a new world, but move ahead in it with confidence and fulfilment.

Through the program, students will develop their 21st century skills including critical and creative thinking, problem-solving, communication and collaboration. They will also develop a rich understanding of the scientific method, safety and ethics, as well as an appreciation of the diverse range of careers in biomedicine. 

As student progress through the academy from Year 7 to 12, they will:

• explore what it means to be a scientist & connect with experts and role models in STEMM

• gain first-hand experience in specialist biomedical techniques across STEMM using cutting-edge technology

• co-develop their own elective to carry out a research investigation in a particular STEMM field

• complete a 5-day Research Immersion program with leading researchers on a current investigation

• access accelerated learning opportunities through UQ

refine their knowledge and skills to become ambassadors for STEMM in our local school community.

Information Session 

​​Thank you for all who attended our Information Session on Monday 22 April 2024. 

The next Information Session will be held in 2025 for 2026 Applicants.

We will be holding a College Open Day on Tuesday 14 May 2024 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm.​

How to apply

Selective Entry Applications for Year 7 2025 open on Wednesday 24 April and close on Friday 17 May 2024.

• Selective Entry In-Catchment Application for Enrolment Consideration
  
• Selective Entry Out-of-Catchment Application for Enrolment Consideration​
  

Please refer to the instructions on how to complete your application, on the Excellence Program Page​.​

Biomedical Science Academy Test

Students are required to sit a test which forms part of the selection process and is held at BSSSC. The dates for this test are set out below:

• ​Thursday 6 June for students with surnames from A to L

• Monday 10 June for students with surnames from M to Z​​

A letter will be emailed to applicants on Thursday 23 May 2024 with full details. Please refer to the below message regarding email accounts. 

Fees

All fees that are required to be paid to apply for the Biomedical Science Academy are non-refundable.

Results

Families will be notified of the outcome by email on Friday 19 July 2024.

Email Accounts

Please be advised that some email accounts, such as GMail, Hotmail and some Government/Departments, flag Education Queensland emails as spam/junk. We strongly suggest you monitor your spam/junk mail boxes on a regular basis to ensure you receive all correspondence sent from our College.​

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