Bachelor of Science
| Offered By | ANU College of Medicine, Biology and Environment, ANU Joint Colleges of Science, and ANU College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3 years full-time |
| Minimum | 144 units |
| Academic Contact | science.enquiries@anu.edu.au |
| Academic Plan | 3600XBSCI |
| CRICOS Code | 000335K |
| UAC Code |
138003(Bachelor of Science) 138033(Bachelor of Science) |
| Areas of Interest | Biological Anthropology, Biology, Cell and Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth and Marine Sciences, Environmental Studies, Evolution and Ecology, Forestry, Genetics, Geography, Immunology and Microbiology, Interdisciplinary Studies - Sustainability, Marine Biology, Mathematics, Medical Science, Neuroscience, Photonics, Physics, Physiology, Plant Science, Policy Studies, Resource Management and Environmental Science, Science, Science Communication, and Statistics |
The Bachelor of Science (BSc) program will provide you with an understanding of your chosen field(s) within a number of main science disciplines, as well as training you in the skills of learning and communication. The three-year program is the first stage towards gaining a professional qualification in any area of science. Having acquired this expertise, many graduates gain further training on the job or study towards a higher degree in a specialised area. You are required to complete a minimum of one science major and one science minor as part of your program (see Majors and Minors entry below).
Courses from other Colleges can be included in the program, thus providing flexibility in the tailoring of a program best suited to your needs. If your first language is not English, you can undertake courses in English skills in academic contexts as part of your study program.
You may be eligible to undertake the BSc with Honours providing you achieve at the required level.
If you are undertaking the EDUC plan you will need to complete appropriate electives in order to meet the requirements for entry to the Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary Teaching) at the University of Canberra. These students should consult academic advisors at the University of Canberra in relation to appropriate electives.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program Science graduates will be able to:
- develop, apply, integrate and generate scientific knowledge in educational and professional contexts;
- use a range of skills and methods to identify, analyse and respond to problems and issues;
- convey and relate professional and disciplinary information and ideas to diverse audiences in effective and appropriate ways;
- work and learn in both independent and collaborative ways with others to encompass diverse abilities and perspectives;
- exercise personal, professional and social responsibility as a global citizen.
Admission Requirements
Admission to all programs is on a competitive basis, taking into account all relevant academic qualifications. If you hold more than one qualification, admission will be based on your overall record. Tertiary qualifications are generally weighted more heavily than secondary. If you have completed an approved tertiary preparation course or alternative entry scheme, you will be assessed on the results of that scheme alone, unless you have undertaken subsequent study.
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The table below is a guide to the entry level required for domestic applicants. Exact entry level will be set at time of offer.
| Entry Requirement | Entry Level |
|---|---|
| ATAR | 84 |
| QLD Band | 9 |
| International Baccalaureate | 30 |
From 2010, the UAI/ENTER/TER will be referred to as ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) for admission in 2010. See http://www.uac.edu.au/undergraduate/atar/ for further information.
Queensland Band equivalents are a guide only - selection is made on a UAI equivalent that is not available to students.
The entry requirements above are for domestic applicants only.
International applicants may view further information on admissions requirements at Entry Requirements for International Undergraduate Applicants
The University reserves the right to alter or discontinue its programs as required.
Prerequisites
There are no formal program prerequisites and many first-year science courses assume little specific knowledge. The exceptions are:
- For many of the biology majors, chemistry is a requirement, therefore it is recommended that students have at least an ACT minor (but preferably a major) in chemistry, or successful completion of a bridging course in chemistry, or multistrand science in NSW, or equivalent. Chemistry is essential for all later-year courses in the biological streams of biochemistry and cell biology, microbiology and immunology, molecular genetics, animal and human physiology, and some parts of botany and neuroscience. A bridging course is available in February details can be obtained through science.enquiries@anu.edu.au
- CHEM1101: At least an ACT minor (but preferably a major) in Chemistry, or successful completion of a bridging course in chemistry, or multistrand science in NSW, or equivalent, is required. Chemistry is essential for all later-year courses in chemistry. A bridging course is available in February details can be obtained through science.enquiries@anu.edu.au
- MATH1003: Assumed knowledge: ACT Mathematical Methods or NSW HSC Mathematics or equivalent
- MATH1005: ACT Mathematical Methods or NSW HSC Mathematics or equivalent
- MATH1013: A satisfactory pass in ACT Specialist Mathematics Major - Minor or NSW HSC Mathematics Extension 1 or equivalent. Students with a good pass in ACT Mathematical Methods or NSW HSC Mathematics or equivalent will be considered
- MATH1115: A satisfactory pass in ACT Specialist Mathematics double major or NSW HSC Mathematics Extension 2 or equivalent. Students with excellent marks in either ACT Specialist Mathematics major-minor or NSW HSC Mathematics Extension 1 or equivalent may be permitted to enrol
- PHYS1101: There is a corequisite of MATH1013/1115. See the entries above. There is no formal physics prerequisite but preparation is assumed and recommended. Recommended preparation is - NSW: a high standard in 2 unit physics or a multistrand science; ACT: a high standard in physics (major).
The information published on the Study at ANU 2012 website applies to the 2012 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2011 website.
