Back to Find Courses page

Bachelor of Science

Bachelors Degree

Course snapshot

Domestic snapshot

  • Start Date

    View in availability

  • Duration

    3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

  • Location

    View in availability
    Some units may only be available to study online and some include residential workshops.

  • Placements

    NA

  • Course abbreviation

    BSc

  • Course code

    3007291

  • Credit points

    288

  • Equivalent units

    24

  • Indicative Fee

    Commonwealth supported

Overview

The Bachelor of Science provides a broad education in science as well as the opportunity to specialise in an area of interest through the study of a major such as human biology, environmental chemistry, biology, engineering, information technology, psychology and mathematics. The degree is ideal for attaining a general overview of science before specialising in a specific course of study. It offers flexibility in subject choices, enabling students to tailor their study to their learning goals.

Graduate AttributeCourse Learning Outcome
Intellectual rigour

Demonstrate skills of critical analysis, and application of scientific methods in a discipline of science

Creativity

Demonstrate imagination, initiative and enterprise in problem-solving

Respond creatively to intellectual, professional, environmental and social challenges

Ethical practice

Evaluate issues with reference to sound ethical frameworks and sustainability

Demonstrate well developed judgement on principles of social justice and professional standards

Knowledge of a discipline

Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge of science

Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills in professional and community settings

Demonstrate in-depth knowledge in one or more scientific disciplines

Lifelong learning

Demonstrate cognitive and technical skills in self-managed learning

Critically reflect on practice

Demonstrate information literacy skills

Communication and social skills

Communicate clearly and coherently knowledge and ideas in scientific contexts

Collaborate effectively on personal, scholarly, and professional terms

Cultural competence

Demonstrate awareness and respect for cultural diversity and the relationship between people and their environment

Students can elect to complete an eight-week industry internship placement to gain industry experience. Interns work with organisations across the science spectrum including local, state or federal government agencies; private consultancies; or business enterprises in Australia or overseas. 

Majors to select from include:

(Locations are indicated in brackets. Please note that some majors are only available online.)

Biology provides students with a broad base for understanding principles governing life processes at all levels–molecular, cellular, organismal, and ecological. There is a strong focus on human impacts. The management of ecosystems is embedded throughout the major. (L, O*) 

Engineering ensures students have a sound base of environmental engineering knowledge coupled with principles of physical and biological sciences. (L)

Environmental Chemistry gives students the knowledge to solve chemically related environmental problems.  Students will also gain an overview of sediment and aquatic chemistry, which includes laboratory analysis of materials.  (L, O*) 

Human Biology provides students with an area of specialisation within the health sciences. Students gain knowledge in physiology, anatomy, nutrition, exercise and health sciences. (L, GC. Note: some units may be studied online.)

Information Technology enables students to specialise in computing technology including programming, system design and web development. (O)

Mathematics provides an area of specialisation for students in advanced mathematical skills. Subject areas can include an overview of algebra, calculus, physics and more complex analysis and group theories. (O)

Psychology provides a overview of a range of psychological theories including learning and memory, psychological assessment and research in the psychology discipline. (CH, O).

CH = Coffs Harbour  GC = Gold Coast  L = Lismore  O = Online 

*Include on-campus, residential workshops

Location Teaching period UAC code QTAC code
Lismore Session 1 334116 054611
Online Session 1 N/A N/A

Requirements

We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.

Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.

Entry requirements

Credit for prior learning

Students who have completed the Southern Cross University College Associate Degree of Science will be granted sixteen (16) units of Advanced Standing.

Course requirements

  1. To be eligible for the award of a Bachelor of Science degree a candidate shall successfully complete not less than twenty-four (24) units (288 credit points), comprising:
    1. four (4) units from Part A, and
    2. at least one major from Part B, and
    3. the remaining twelve (12) units from Part B and/or Part C, and
    4. at least six (6) of the twenty-four (24) units must be “Advanced” units
  2. Candidates enrolled in the Bachelor of Science, who have successfully completed eight (8) units from Part A and/or Part B of the Schedule of Units, with no more than four (4) units awarded as Advanced Standing, may elect to be awarded the Diploma of Science following withdrawal from candidature for the Bachelor of Science.
  3. Candidates enrolled in the Bachelor of Science, who have successfully completed sixteen (16) units from the Schedule of Units, with no more than eight (8) units awarded as Advanced Standing, may elect to be awarded the Associate Degree of Science following withdrawal from candidature from the Bachelor of Science.

Course structure

Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.

Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment.

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Level of learning Notes
At least six of the 24 units must be "Advanced" units
Year 1, Session 1
SCI10002 -  Science in Society Introductory
MAT10251 -  Statistical Analysis Intermediate
ISY10209 -  Web Development I Introductory
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 1, Session 2
ISY00243 -  Systems Analysis and Design Intermediate
ISY00245 -  Principles of Programming Intermediate
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 2, Session 1
CSC00228 -  Database Systems I Advanced
CSC10210 -  Object Oriented Program Development Advanced
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 2, Session 2
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 3, Session 1
CSC73010 -  Programming Mobile Systems Advanced
ISY10221 -  Computing Project I: Analysis and Design Advanced
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 3, Session 2
Choose either SCI00211 -  Integrated Project or ENV00224 -  Internship Study Advanced Note 5
ISY10222 -  Computing Project II: Development and Implementation Advanced
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Level of learning Notes
At least six of the 24 units must be "Advanced" units.
Year 1, Session 1
SCI10002 -  Science in Society Introductory
BIO00201 -  Biology Introductory
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 1, Session 2
MAT00211 -  Environmental Information Analysis Introductory
BIO00202 -  Ecology Introductory
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 2, Session 1
One major unit from group one Biology
Two units from group two Biology
One elective unit from Part C Electives
Year 2, Session 2
One unit from group 1 Biology
Two units from group two Biology
One unit from Part C Electives
Year 3, Session 1
Four elective units from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 3, Session 2
Choose either SCI00211 -  Integrated Project or ENV00224 -  Internship Study Advanced
Two elective units from Part B or Part C Electives

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Level of learning Notes
At least six of the 24 units must be "Advanced" units
Year 1, Session 1
SCI10002 -  Science in Society Introductory
MAT10251 -  Statistical Analysis Intermediate
ENG10759 -  Processes and Philosophy of Engineering Introductory
PHY10760 -  Physics and Materials
Introductory
Year 1, Session 2
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 2, Session 1
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B Engineering
One unit from Part B Engineering
One unit from Part B Engineering
Year 2, Session 2
One unit from Part B Engineering
One unit from Part B Engineering
ENG10757 -  Applied Mechanics Introductory
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 3, Session 1
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 3, Session 2
Choose either ENV00224 -  Internship Study or SCI00211 -  Integrated Project Advanced Note 5
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Level of learning Notes
At least six of the 24 units must be "Advanced" units
Year 1, Session 1
SCI10002 -  Science in Society Introductory
Choose either BIO01302 -  Human Anatomy OR BIO10662 -  Systemic Anatomy Introductory
CHE10700 -  Chemistry for Health Sciences Introductory
One unit from Part B Human Biology or Part C Electives
Year 1, Session 2
MAT71004 -  Introduction to Evidence for Health Science Practitioners Introductory
BIO00307 -  Human Physiology Introductory
One unit from Part B Human Biology or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B Human Biology or Part C Electives
Year 2, Session 1
One unit from Part B Human Biology
One unit from Part B Human Biology
One unit from Part B Human Biology or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B Human Biology or Part C Electives
Year 2, Session 2
One unit from Part B Human Biology
One unit from Part B Human Biology
One unit from Part B Human Biology or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B Human Biology or Part C Electives
Year 3, Session 1
One unit from Part B Human Biology
One unit from Part B Human Biology
One unit from Part B Human Biology or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B Human Biology or Part C Electives
Year 3, Session 2
Choose either ENV00224 -  Internship Study or SCI00211 -  Integrated Project Advanced Note 5, Note 6
One unit from Part B Human Biology or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B Human Biology or Part C Electives

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Level of learning Notes
At least six of the 24 units must be "Advanced" units
Year 1, Session 1
SCI10002 -  Science in Society Introductory
MAT10251 -  Statistical Analysis Intermediate
1st Mathematics unit
2nd Mathematics unit
Year 1, Session 2
3rd Mathematics unit
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 2, Session 1
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 2, Session 2
4th Mathematics unit
5th Mathematics unit
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 3, Session 1
6th Mathematics unit
7th Mathematics unit
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 3, Session 2
Choose either ENV00224 -  Internship Study or SCI00211 -  Integrated Project Advanced Note 5
8th Mathematics unit
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Level of learning Notes
At least six of the 24 units must be "Advanced" units
Year 1, Session 1
SCI10002 -  Science in Society Introductory
BHS20008 -  Quantitative Methods in Psychology Intermediate
1st major unit BHS11001 -  Introduction to Psychology I Introductory
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 1, Session 2
2nd major unitBHS11002 -  Introduction to Psychology II Introductory
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 2, Session 1
3rd major Psychology unit
4th major Psychology unit
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 2, Session 2
5th major Psychology unit
6th major Psychology unit
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 3, Session 1
7th majorPsychology unit
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 3, Session 2
Choose either ENV00224 -  Internship Study or SCI00211 -  Integrated Project Advanced Note 5
8th major Psychology unit
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Level of learning Notes
At least six of the 24 units must be "Advanced" units
Year 1, Session 1
SCI10002 -  Science in Society Introductory
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 1, Session 2
MAT00211 -  Environmental Information Analysis Introductory
CHE00201 -  Chemistry Introductory
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One Unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 2, Session 1
One unit from Environmental Chemistry
One unit from Environmental Chemistry
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 2, Session 2
One unit from Environmental Chemistry
One unit from Environmental Chemistry
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 3, Session 1
One unit from Environmental Chemistry
One unit from Environmental Chemistry
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives
Year 3, Session 2
Choose either ENV00224 -  Internship Study or SCI00211 -  Integrated Project Advanced Note 5
One unit from Environmental Chemistry
One unit from Part B or Part C Electives

Note 1:

Choose this unit for the Psychology major

Note 2:

Choose this unit for the Biology & Environmental Chemistry majors

Note 3:

Choose this unit for the Information Technology, Engineering & Mathematics majors

Note 4:

Choose this unit for the Human Biology major

Note 5:

Double-weighted unit

Note 6:

Advanced Unit

Unit Code Unit Title Level of learning Notes

PART A
SCI10002 Science in Society Introductory
Select one of the following based on the Major (see notes)
BHS20008 Quantitative Methods in Psychology Intermediate Note 1
MAT00211 Environmental Information Analysis Introductory Note 2
MAT10251 Statistical Analysis Intermediate Note 3
MAT71004 Introduction to Evidence for Health Science Practitioners Introductory Note 4
Select one of the following units
ENV00224 Internship Study Advanced Note 5, Note 6
SCI00211 Integrated Project Advanced Note 5, Note 6

PART B

Unit Code Unit Title Level of learning Notes
CHE00201 Chemistry Introductory
Choose seven (7) of the following units
AGR00214 Soil Processes Intermediate
CHE00073 Environmental Chemistry Intermediate
GLY00232 Coastal Biogeochemistry Intermediate
AGT00217 Land Degradation and Rehabilitation Advanced
GLY30002 Phase Equilibria, Thermodynamics and Kinetics Advanced
GLY20002 Environmental Analysis: Aqueous Intermediate
GLY20001 Environmental Analysis: Solids Intermediate
GLY30001 Contamination Assessment and Remediation Advanced

Unit Code Unit Title Level of learning Notes
ISY00243 Systems Analysis and Design Intermediate
ISY00245 Principles of Programming Intermediate
ISY10209 Web Development I Introductory
CSC00228 Database Systems I Advanced
CSC10210 Object Oriented Program Development Advanced
CSC73010 Programming Mobile Systems Advanced
ISY10221 Computing Project I: Analysis and Design Advanced
ISY10222 Computing Project II: Development and Implementation Advanced

Unit Code Unit Title Level of learning Notes
BIO00201 Biology Introductory
BIO00202 Ecology Introductory
Choose two (2) of the following units
BIO00212 Wildlife Conservation Intermediate
BIO00213 Plant Identification and Conservation Intermediate
BIO00232 Coastal Marine Ecosystems Intermediate
BIO01204 Wetland Ecosystems Intermediate
BIO01209 Aquaculture Management Intermediate
BIO00105 Fisheries Biology Advanced Note 6
Choose four (4) of the following units
BIO00233 Fisheries Management Advanced
BIO10124 Ocean Change Biology Advanced
BIO10126 Marine Pollution Advanced
BIO10127 Coral Reefs on the Edge Intermediate
FOR00100 Fire Ecology and Management Intermediate
FOR00101 Plant Physiology and Ecology Intermediate
BIO10120 Marine Systems Science and Management Advanced
BIO10121 Successful Sampling Advanced
BIO10123 Marine Communities as Sentinels of Change Advanced
BIO10125 Sustainable Use of the Marine Environment Advanced
BIO10185 Marine Mammals: Biology and Conservation Advanced
FOR00109 Forest Modelling and Management Advanced

Unit Code Unit Title Level of learning Notes
ENG10757 Applied Mechanics Introductory
ENG10759 Processes and Philosophy of Engineering Introductory
PHY10760 Physics and Materials Introductory
Choose five (5) of the following units
ENG20001 Mechanics of Materials Intermediate
ENG20005 Hydrology Intermediate
ENG20002 Engineering Construction and Tendering Intermediate
ENG20003 Concrete Structures Intermediate
ENG30010 Traffic and Road Safety Engineering Introductory
ENG20006 Fluid Mechanics Intermediate
ENG30002 Soil Mechanics and Geology Advanced
ENG30004 Analysis and Computer Modelling of Structures Advanced
ENG30005 Design of Steel Structures Introductory
ENG30007 Geotechnical Engineering Advanced
ENG10758 Humanitarian Engineering Project Introductory
ENG30012 Water and Wastewater Engineering Advanced
ENO10183 Ecotechnology for Water Management Intermediate

Unit Code Unit Title Level of learning Notes
BIO00307 Human Physiology Introductory
Choose one of the following units
BIO01302 Human Anatomy Introductory
BIO10662 Systemic Anatomy Introductory
Choose one of the following units
CHE10700 Chemistry for Health Sciences Introductory
CHE00201 Chemistry Introductory
Choose five (5) of the following units
NUT00214 Food and Nutrition in Health Introductory
BHS10581 Psychology and Sociology for Health Sciences Introductory
HEA00331 Principles of Behaviour in Physical Activity Introductory
ENV10702 Food Ecology Introductory
PHA00315 Introductory Pharmacology Introductory
PHY71030 Introductory Physics and Maths for Health Sciences Introductory
SCI72001 Mechanics for Movement Intermediate
BIO00203 Exercise Physiology Intermediate
CHE00002 Biochemistry Intermediate
BIO10493 Motor Control Intermediate
BIO00209 Musculoskeletal Functional Anatomy Intermediate
SCI10475 Neuroscience Intermediate
BIO00204 Advanced Exercise Physiology Intermediate
HEA00332 Exercise Psychology Intermediate
BIO00101 Physiological Pathology I Intermediate
BIO00102 Physiological Pathology II Intermediate
HMS00328 Motor Learning Intermediate
BIO00324 Applied Biomechanics Advanced Note 6
NUT73001 Sport and Exercise Nutrition Advanced Note 6

Unit Code Unit Title Level of learning Notes
MAT10718 Mathematical Ideas Introductory
MAT10720 Linear Algebra Intermediate
MAT10719 Calculus Intermediate
MAT10721 Multivariate Calculus and Differential Equations Advanced
MAT10722 Complex Analysis Advanced
MAT30001 Group Theory Advanced
MAT30002 Topology Advanced
Choose one of the following units
ISY00245 Principles of Programming Intermediate
PHY10760 Physics and Materials Introductory

Unit Code Unit Title Level of learning Notes
BHS11001 Introduction to Psychology I Introductory
BHS11002 Introduction to Psychology II Introductory
Choose six (6) of the following units
BHS20007 Learning and Memory Advanced
BHS20006 Social Psychology Advanced
BHS20001 Psychological Assessment Intermediate
BHS30002 Abnormal Psychology Intermediate
BHS30001 Advanced Quantitative Methods in Psychology Advanced
BHS30003 Development across the Lifespan Intermediate
BHS30004 Biological Psychology Advanced

PART C

Unit Code Unit Title Level of learning Notes
GLY00201 Earth Systems I: The Lithosphere Introductory
ENS00203 Earth Systems II: The Hydrosphere Introductory
SUR00201 Environmental Mapping Introductory
GLY00223 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems Intermediate
ENV00207 Environmental Planning Intermediate
ISY01224 Remote Sensing and Spatial Analysis Intermediate
ENV10655 Coastlines - Diversity, Dynamics and Risks Intermediate
BIO72020 Genetics Intermediate
AGR00215 Water and Catchment Management Advanced Note 6
BIO01230 Principles of Coastal Resource Management Advanced Note 6
ENV10656 Extension and Professional Practice in Natural Resource Management Advanced Note 6
BIO00244 Protected Area Management Advanced Note 6
FOR73010 Crop Science Advanced Note 6
ENV00224 Internship Study Advanced Note 6
SCI00211 Integrated Project Advanced Note 6
HMS00202 Principles and Practices of Sport and Exercise Science Introductory
MNG00301 Management for Sport and Exercise Introductory
BIO00326 Exercise Biochemistry Introductory
MNG00306 Small Business and Entrepreneurship for Allied Health, Fitness and Sport Introductory
CHE71010 Organic Chemistry Introductory
PHY71030 Introductory Physics and Maths for Health Sciences Introductory
BHS11001 Introduction to Psychology I Introductory
BHS11002 Introduction to Psychology II Introductory
CMM10580 The Australian Health Care System Introductory
MKT20001 Marketing and Promotion for Sport, Exercise and Allied Health Intermediate
BIO10494 Human Growth, Development and Ageing Intermediate
BHS30003 Development across the Lifespan Intermediate
CUL00408 Health and Indigenous Australian Peoples Intermediate
EDU10691 Physical Education Studies I: Athletics and Aquatics Intermediate
EDU10692 Physical Education Studies II: Dance and Gymnastics Intermediate
BIO72130 Human Pathophysiology Intermediate
CMM72015 Health Law and Ethics Intermediate
BIO72050 Microbiology Intermediate
BIO72025 Molecular Genetics Intermediate
HMS00223 Professional Preparation Advanced Note 6
BHS10495 Advanced Sport and Exercise Psychology Advanced Note 6
EDU10693 Promoting the Health and Wellbeing of Young People Advanced Note 6
EDU10694 Contemporary Health Issues for Young People Advanced Note 6
CMM73010 Epidemiology Advanced Note 6
BIO10497 Exercise Physiology for Healthy Individuals Advanced Note 6
BIO10496 Exercise Physiology for Specific Populations Advanced Note 6