The Bachelor of Science is a versatile degree that is designed for maximum flexibility for those students who are interested in the area of Science but haven't decided on a specific course of study. You can tailor your own degree to suit your areas of interest and develop a unique range of interdisciplinary skills. The Bachelor of Science will allow you to develop fundamental skills in quantification and analysis, as well as the capacity for critical analysis, problem solving and independent thought – the skills employers are looking for. Throughout the course, you will acquire and process knowledge in areas relevant to research and industry, and you will gain technical skills, confidence and independence in conducting laboratory work and field work.
| Number | Duration |
|---|---|
| 3 | year |
Career in Science Graduates may enter career paths such as: science-based work in industry government environmental agencies forensic work patent work Career in Secondary Teaching quality control environmental consulting laboratories medical laboratories scientific equipment companies teaching and health disciplines such as medicine and pharmacy (with additional training) Career in Secondary Teaching Alternatively, you may enter a career as a secondary school science or mathematics teacher. Completion of the Bachelor of Science (Pathway to Teaching – Secondary degree provides you with guaranteed entry to the 18 month Master of Teaching (Secondary) program. You may undertake further studies leading to an Honours, Masters (Hons) or PhD degree to equip yourself for a research career.