Bachelor of Science
S2000BSc
- Credit points
- 144
- Duration
- 3 yr full-time
- Qualification
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Faculty
- Faculty of Science
- Campus
- Malaysia · Clayton
The Bachelor of Science course will provide you with a broad, general science education, as well as specialist training in one or more science disciplines. The flexibility of the course and the wide range of majors and minors will allow you to explore new areas, further develop your strengths in science, and pursue your interests beyond the area in which you specialise. You will receive training in generic competencies - critical thinking, problem solving, quantitative and information literacy, communication and presentation skills, and the capacity to work in teams - and will develop knowledge and skills in at least one science discipline. This will ensure that you have a firm foundation for a career in science or in allied fields where scientific understanding and skills are central. As a graduate you will be equipped for a variety of careers or for honours and postgraduate study. You will be able to pursue employment opportunities in any of the traditional and emerging careers for scientists in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors, and apply for positions in a diverse range of fields. Some examples of these include journalism and publishing, business research and analysis, public relations and marketing, banking and finance, human resources, training and development, public or civil services, diplomacy, public policy makers, social and community services, counselling, and social welfare.
Structure
You must complete units as specified in Parts A, B and C (144 credit points): a minimum of 96 credit points of science listed studies over Part A and Part B, and 48 credit points of free electives in Part C. To satisfy the requirements of the Bachelor of Science you must complete 144 credit points as specified in the course requirements, including: a maximum of 60 credit points at Level 1, of which at least 36 credit points must be science units; and a minimum of 36 credit points at Level 3, of which at least 24 credit points must be science units. Units are 6 credit points unless otherwise specified.
You must complete 72 credit points comprising: - one major and one minor from the list below, or - one extended major from the list below. Note 1: If you wish to complete two majors, you will need to utilise 24 credit points from Part B and/or Part C to meet the requirements of your second major. Note this is only available to students in single degree. Note 2: A maximum of 12 credit points can be counted toward any combination of majors, extended majors and minors. Note 3: If you intend to undertake an honours year you should ensure you complete the specific units required as a prerequisite for honours in your chosen area of study. Note 4: The Psychology extended major (APAC accredited level 1 sequence of units) is only offered in the single degree Bachelor of Science (S2000) or in the double degree Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts (S2006). The Psychology extended major (APAC accredited level 1 sequence of units) is required if you intend to progress to honours in Psychology.
You must complete four units (24 credit points), comprising: - two units of core studies (12 credit points); and - two units of additional science studies (12 credit points).
You may choose electives from units offered within the Bachelor of Science not already completed. Using your electives in this way may assist you to complete: - A science extended major; or - Additional science major or minors. You may also use your free electives to explore different disciplines and experiences offered from across the University. This includes taking undergraduate units, minors, or majors offered by other Faculties* and participating in university programs* such as Flagship Rich Educational Experiences (FREE). *subject to unit rules and enrolment restrictions.