Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
3 years full-time; 6 years part-time
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Location
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Placements
NA
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ATAR
68 / 13
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Inherent Requirements
NA
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
BSc
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Course code
3007291
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Credit points
288
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Equivalent units
24
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Indicative Fee
Overview
Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
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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*)
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)
CH = Coffs Harbour GC = Gold Coast L = Lismore O = Online
*Include on-campus, residential workshops.
Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
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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.
Course requirements
To be eligible to receive the Bachelor of Science students must complete 288 credit points, comprising:
- 4 core units, and
- 1 major, and
- 144 credit points in electives.
At least 6 units must be advanced level units.
Exit Awards
Students may be eligible to exit with the Diploma of Science after completing 8 units, comprising 4 core units and 4 units from any major, with no more than 4 units awarded as Advanced Standing.
Students may be eligible to exit with the Associate Degree of Science after completing 16 units, with no more than 8 units awarded as Advanced Standing.
Entry requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
Language requirements
To be eligible to receive the Bachelor of Science students must complete 288 credit points, comprising:
- 4 core units, and
- 1 major, and
- 144 credit points in electives.
At least 6 units must be advanced level units.
Exit Awards
Students may be eligible to exit with the Diploma of Science after completing 8 units, comprising 4 core units and 4 units from any major, with no more than 4 units awarded as Advanced Standing.
Students may be eligible to exit with the Associate Degree of Science after completing 16 units, with no more than 8 units awarded as Advanced Standing.
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 |
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At least six of the 24 units must be "Advanced" units. | |||||
Year 1, Session 1 |
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SCI10002 - Science in Society | Introductory | ||||
BIO00201 - Biology | Introductory | ||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 1, Session 2 |
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MAT00211 - Environmental Information Analysis | Introductory | ||||
BIO00202 - Ecology | Introductory | ||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 2, Session 1 |
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One major unit from group one Biology | |||||
Two units from group two Biology | |||||
One elective unit from Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 2, Session 2 |
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One unit from group 1 Biology | |||||
Two units from group two Biology | |||||
One unit from Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 3, Session 1 |
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Four elective units from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 3, Session 2 |
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Choose either SCI00211 - Integrated Project or ENV00224 - Internship Study | Advanced | ||||
Two elective units from Part B or Part C Elective units |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Level of learning | Notes |
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Year 1, Session 1 |
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SCI10002 - Science in Society | Introductory | ||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 1, Session 2 |
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MAT00211 - Environmental Information Analysis | Introductory | ||||
CHE00201 - Chemistry | Introductory | ||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One Unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 2, Session 1 |
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One unit from Environmental Chemistry | |||||
One unit from Environmental Chemistry | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 2, Session 2 |
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One unit from Environmental Chemistry | |||||
One unit from Environmental Chemistry | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 3, Session 1 |
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One unit from Environmental Chemistry | |||||
One unit from Environmental Chemistry | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 3, Session 2 |
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Choose either ENV00224 - Internship Study or SCI00211 - Integrated Project | Advanced | Note 3 | |||
One unit from Environmental Chemistry | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Level of learning | Notes |
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Year 1, Session 1 |
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SCI10002 - Science in Society | Introductory | ||||
MAT10251 - Statistical Analysis | Intermediate | ||||
ENG10759 - Processes and Philosophy of Engineering | Introductory | ||||
PHY10760 -
Physics and Materials
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Introductory | ||||
Year 1, Session 2 |
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One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 2, Session 1 |
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One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B Engineering | |||||
One unit from Part B Engineering | |||||
One unit from Part B Engineering | |||||
Year 2, Session 2 |
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One unit from Part B Engineering | |||||
One unit from Part B Engineering | |||||
ENG10757 - Applied Mechanics | Introductory | ||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 3, Session 1 |
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One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 3, Session 2 |
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Choose either ENV00224 - Internship Study or SCI00211 - Integrated Project | Advanced | Note 3 | |||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Level of learning | Notes |
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At least six of the 24 units must be "Advanced" units | |||||
Year 1, Session 1 |
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SCI10002 - Science in Society | Introductory | ||||
MAT10251 - Statistical Analysis | Intermediate | ||||
1st Mathematics unit | |||||
2nd Mathematics unit | |||||
Year 1, Session 2 |
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3rd Mathematics unit | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 2, Session 1 |
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One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 2, Session 2 |
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4th Mathematics unit | |||||
5th Mathematics unit | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 3, Session 1 |
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6th Mathematics unit | |||||
7th Mathematics unit | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units | |||||
Year 3, Session 2 |
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Choose either ENV00224 - Internship Study or SCI00211 - Integrated Project | Advanced | Note 3 | |||
8th Mathematics unit | |||||
One unit from Part B or Part C Elective units |
Note 1:
Choose this unit for the Biology & Environmental Chemistry majors
Note 2:
Choose this unit for the Engineering & Mathematics majors
Note 3:
Double-weighted unit
Note 4:
Advanced Unit
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