Central Queensland University's Biomedical Science degree is developing a reputation as a pathway into medical and health careers.

Three of the 2004 graduating class have been accepted into the University of Queensland's Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery program, after performing well in their Graduate Australian Medical School Admissions Test.

They are Adam Coughlan (pictured rear), Nadim Cody (front) and Ann Arlott (not pictured).

Biomedical degree coordinator Associate Professor Graham Pegg said other CQU graduates were using the degree as a pathway into physiotheraphy, audiology, nutrition, sonography (ultrasound) and pathology. He said it would be possible to move from Biomedicine into pharmacy or dentistry as well.

"We are hearing that most of those entering these sought-after degrees are already graduates from other programs.".

"When the OP scores come out and people with their heart set on a medical career realise they have just missed out at JCU or UQ or elsewhere, then they might consider using Biomedicine at CQU as a stepping stone," Dr Pegg said.

Mr Coughlan said he was impressed with the small class sizes at CQU, while Mr Cody was pleased with the wide spectrum of subjects and the ability to choose electives outside the area of Biomedicine.