Bachelor of Science (Flexible)
Overview
Science holds the key to many of the challenges – pandemics, climate change, antibiotic resistance – that threaten the world today. With the UTS Bachelor of Science, students can take their place at the forefront of a profession with the power to build resilience in both humanity and the planet.
This flagship degree has been designed with flexibility in mind: with eight majors to choose from and extensive elective blocks on offer, students can build a degree that’s uniquely theirs. In their first year, they gain access to what we call the ‘scientist’s toolkit’, a series of core subjects designed to help them critically analyse the ways in which science can help solve global problems.
From there, they can dive into specialist science subjects in their chosen major, working in world-class facilities and on industry-standard equipment. Our practice-based learning approach means students learn by doing, translating scientific theory into real-world practice. But they don’t just do it in the classroom: extensive professional experiences, from internships and field trips to global exchange placements, help bring their learning to life.
At UTS, we believe science is about more than just what happens in the lab. Bachelor of Science students pair the study of science with the development of crucial professional skills – inquiry, reflection, innovation and communication – that prepare them for a diverse and thriving career.
Flexible major
This major gives students massive scope to design their own science degree. They can choose subjects from either the Mathematical and Physical Sciences stream or the Life Sciences stream, indulging their interests with a broad selection or building deep expertise in a particular discipline area. This major is a great option for students who aren’t quite sure which areas of science to focus on, as well as for those who have a career in mind that requires specific knowledge. What’s more, by enrolling in subjects over the summer months, students can fast-track their completion and kickstart their science career ahead of schedule.
Majors
Areas of study
This course enables flexibility in the choice of major studies for students who have not yet decided their area of specialisation or choose to undertake a general science degree with a cross-disciplinary mix of studies. Major study options may be chosen from a wide range of science and mathematics disciplines: chemistry; applied physics; biotechnology; environmental sciences; mathematics and statistics; medical science and biomedical science; nanotechnology.
Potential Career Outcomes
Career opportunities
Product development; research; quality control; sales and marketing; management in chemical, manufacturing, technology, biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries; environmental and marine consulting; resource management and policy in local, state and government agencies; conservation; remediation; catchment management; medical research and diagnostic laboratories; public health agencies; science communication and teaching, depending on subjects chosen.
ATAR & Selection Rank
The table below shows the ATAR and Selection Rank information for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in 2023.
| ATAR-based offers only, across all offer rounds | ATAR (excluding adjustment factors) | Selection Rank (including adjustment factors) |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 92.1 | 97.1 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 77.25 | 81.33 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 69.15 | 75.75 |
<5 - Less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made
Admission Criteria
Please refer to the University of Technology, Sydney website for admission criteria information.
This information is sourced from Course Seeker, a joint initiative between the Australian Government and the Tertiary Admission Centres. View more information on Course Seeker.
University
University of Technology, Sydney
Campus
City
Course Type
Bachelors Degree
Study Area
Science
Indicative ATAR
69.15
Delivery Mode
On-campus
Duration
Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: 6 years
Course Link
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