Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Deakin University, Melbourne/Geelong, VIC, Australia
About this program
The Bachelor of Science at Deakin University is designed for curious minds who want to explore diverse scientific disciplines and tailor their studies to their strengths and career goals. In the first year students build a strong foundation across key scientific fields before progressing into a specialised major, and develop transferable skills including critical thinking, problem solving, data analysis, teamwork and professional communication. Hands-on laboratory and field experience is a core part of the degree. Graduates work in research, laboratory, analytical and technical roles across science, industry and government.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
- Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in your first study period Laboratory and Fieldwork Safety Induction Program (0-credit-point compulsory unit) Career Tools for Employability (0-credit-point compulsory unit) 9 credit points of core units 1 major (6 credit points) 9 credit points of open elective units. Core units: Cells and Genes Ecology and the Environment Essential Skills in Science Physics for the Life Sciences Science and Society Communicating Science Ideas Mathematics choose one from Introduction to Functions
- Relations and Graphs or Introduction to Statistics and Data Analysis Major sequences available: Animal Biology
- Cell Biology and Genomics
- Chemistry
- Environment
Admissions
Year 12 completion or equivalent; ATAR as per current guide
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