Bachelor of Science

If you're interested in a specialist career in biological science, biotechnology, chemistry, general science, gene science or mathematical science, then you'll be very interested in the UWS Bachelor of Science Program. Offering a flexible and contemporary education in modern science with a variety of campus locations, the Bachelor of Science degree allows you to specialise in a particular area of science or gain a broad-based education in a range of the sciences. You can even complement your science studies with units from non-science disciplines such as the arts, humanities and social sciences.

The UWS Bachelor of Science degree will develop fundamental skills in quantification and analysis, and the capacity for critical analysis, problem solving and independent thought. Throughout the course, you'll acquire and process knowledge in areas relevant to research and industry, and you'll gain technical skills, confidence and independence in conducting laboratory work and fieldwork. You'll also become proficient in organising and interpreting complex data and you'll develop the communication skills required to present this data to an audience.

Importantly, the UWS Bachelor of Science degree is very hands-on, with a third-year project which offers you unique opportunities to participate in ground-breaking research with UWS academics, well known for their research credentials and scientific developments or at outside institutions. These practical, skills-based programs will enable you to move readily into the workforce.

High-achieving students may be able to transfer to the Bachelor of Science (Advanced Science), between key areas of study within the Bachelor of Science degree, or to an associated degree such as the Bachelor of Environmental Management and Science.

A Career in Science

As a graduate of the Bachelor of Science degree, you can choose from a variety of science-based jobs, depending on your area of specialisation. Opportunities include:

• analysts in quality control laboratories in areas such as water, wine and food-quality testing
• scientific and technical officers in forensic science laboratories
• research assistants and officers in laboratories involved in research and development
• scientific journalists
• technical sales
• scientific officers in clinical diagnostic laboratories associated with hospitals, private pathology companies and government laboratories
• scientific and technical officers in pollution control industries or environmental monitoring agencies
• research assistants and officers in laboratories involved in research and development
• consumer protection
• research and development
• environmental analysis and protection
• pharmaceutical, cosmetics, paint and plastics industries
• mining and minerals industries
• scientific instrumentation
• forensic science
• technical sales mathematicians, statisticians
• operational research analysts
• quantitative/financial analysts
• financial consultants
• business analysts
• market analysts
• investment analysts
• risk analysts
• sales and production forecasting officers
• production systems planning officers

A Career in Secondary Teaching

Alternatively, you may enter a career as a secondary school science or mathematics teacher. Completion of the Bachelor of Science degree provides you with guaranteed entry to the one year UWS Master of Teaching (Secondary) program. See the Teaching and Education course brochure for further details. You may undertake further studies leading to an Honours, Masters (Hons) or PhD degree to equip yourself for a research career.

Professional Recognition

Depending on majors and electives chosen, graduates may satisfy the requirements for admission to various professional bodies, such as the Royal Australian Chemical Institute, the Australian Society for Microbiology, the Australian Institute of Biology, the Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, the Australian Mathematical Society, the Statistical Society of Australia and the Royal Zoological Society.

Course Details

UAC Code	Campus	UAI 2008
706300	Campbelltown	70.45
706325	Hawkesbury	70.45
706350	Parramatta	70.00

Duration

3 years full-time.

Study with a reduced academic load is possible.

Note: 'part-time' refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes.

Assumed Knowledge

At least two of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, preferably relevant to your chosen major.

Note: Chemistry is strongly recommended for the Chemistry, Biological Science and Biotechnology key programs.

Advanced Standing

Holders of a relevant TAFE qualification, such as a diploma or associate diploma in an appropriate area of science, may apply for advanced standing (academic credit.) The level of academic credit awarded will vary, depending on the key area of study being undertaken, but may be up to one year.

Honours

An Honours option is available to high-achieving students.

Application Information

To lodge an application for the course of your choice check the Application Information.

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