If you enjoy being challenged, consider yourself an innovator, and are passionate about shaping the world around you, our newly updated Bachelor of Science with Honours provides a gateway to an exciting world of rewarding careers. The University of Tasmania’s new science degree provides you with a foundation of core skills in science, analysis and rational thinking, and entrepreneurship. You have options to focus your study in one or more scientific disciplines, and learn the methods to apply your skills and knowledge to the practical needs of industry, business and government in both scientific and non-scientific roles. In choosing a Bachelor of Science with Honours you can: Build a degree that is tailored specifically to your own needs: select your major and minor subjects from 17 different disciplinary areas. Try new subjects without the pressure of long-term commitment and discover potential new areas of interest. Learn through hands-on practical experience including laboratory work, field trips, field-based units and research projects. Enjoy being mentored by highly qualified staff, many of whom are national and world leaders in their field. From 2018 onwards, our new curriculum offers you more flexibility and choice in how your degree is structured, real-world learning embedded in every course, and a choice of two Honours pathways. In addition to traditional research honours, we now offer an integrated, work-focused Applied Honours year which is open to all students who successfully complete their bachelor degree.

The modern economy relies heavily on skilled individuals in the fields of science, engineering and technology. As a result, a science degree is one of the most sought-after degrees at university and among the most respected by employers. The Bachelor of Science with Honours is one of the most flexible degrees at the University of Tasmania, giving you opportunities to focus on one area of study, or select several areas across both scientific and non-scientific disciplines. As a result, your career options are many and varied. If you're not sure where your degree might take you, don't worry! Many students start studying a science degree by following a passion, not knowing exactly where they will end up. During your studies, you will meet other students, academics and visiting lecturers, all of whom may spark an idea of where your particular science degree could take you. Career Opportunities with Science While science career options are wide and varied, they typically fall into three main categories: Specialist knowledge (e.g., geologist, marine biologist, IT systems developer). Careers where a broad understanding of science is essential (e.g., science teacher, journalism, policy advisor). Careers using generic skills obtained during your degree (e.g., public relations, business manager, marketing, government and local councils). At the University of Tasmania, in addition to specialised scientific knowledge and skills, our focus is on giving you the practical and professional skills that are highly sought after by all employers – creative problem-solving, working in a team environment and flexibility of thinking. We teach you how to think, not what to think. A career in science can be in any industry on earth. Some jobs and industries include: Agricultural science and food innovation Biochemist Biologist Biomedicine, vaccines & disease control Biosecurity Chemist Data analyst Data scientist Developmental & functional biologist Ecologist Environmental geologist Environmental sustainability manager Evolutionary ecologist Forensic scientist Genetics Geologist Geophysicist Information technologist Management and administration Marine biologist Mathematician Medical physicist Meteorologist Mining and mineral exploration Nuclear technician Optical astronomer Phylogeneticist Plant scientist Policy development Quantum computing Radio astronomer Science journalism Scientific research & development Seismologist Spatial scientist Teacher Zoologist