Bachelor of Science (Life Sciences)
Bachelor of Science (Life Sciences)
Explore the importance of biological processes on human health and environmental well-being. This degree combines aspects of molecular biology, cell physiology and microbiology with new computational approaches to discover fundamental aspects of life. The course also provides students the opportunity to explore areas of biotechnology, forensic science, plant science, environmental…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Explore the importance of biological processes on human health and environmental well-being. This degree combines aspects of molecular biology, cell physiology and microbiology
with new computational approaches to discover fundamental aspects of life. The course also provides students the opportunity to explore areas of biotechnology, forensic science, plant science, environmental health, and biomedical sciences.
You will graduate well-prepared for a career in any life-science related field; Explore the importance of biological processes on human health and environmental well-being. This degree combines aspects of molecular biology, cell physiology and microbiology
with new computational approaches to discover fundamental aspects of life. The course also provides students the opportunity to explore areas of biotechnology, forensic science, plant science, environmental health, and biomedical sciences.
You will graduate well-prepared for a career in any life-science related field.
Your career
A life sciences degree will prepare you for a broad range of industries and an almost infinite amount of opportunities.
Potential occupations include:
Clinical diagnostics
Quality control (e.g. pharmaceuticals)
Various roles in the food innovation industry
Biotechnologist
Researcher within the molecular life sciences industry
Potential employers include:
Government (e. Department of Health and Wellbeing or Environment Protection Authority)
Diverse pathology services
SA Water
Food technology companies;
Pursue multiple passions with a combined degree
You can combine this degree with any other bachelor degree within the College of Science and Engineering, subject to meeting entry requirements.
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REQUIREMENTS
Flinders University recognises international secondary schooling for direct entry to undergraduate programs.
English language requirements
- IELTS (Academic): 6.0 Overall with 6.0 Speaking, 6.0 Writing;
- TOEFL iBT: 72 Overall with 18 Speaking, 21 Writing;
- Pearson PTE Academic: 50 Overall with 50 Speaking, 50 Writing;
- Cambridge C1 Advanced: 169 Overall with 169 Writing, 169 Speaking;
- Occupational English Test (OET): 300 Speaking, 300 Writing; Duolingo (Up to and including Semester 2, 2024): Overall 95-100
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world (*THE World University Rankings 2023 as a percentage of the total number of universities in the world according to the International Association of Universities), Flinders University is everything a modern university should be – progressive, student-focused, and career-minded.It is home to over 26,000 students, with 5,300 international students from more than 90 countries, and offers globally recognised and industry-accredited qualifications. The university enjoys a high level of industry connections with global leaders enabling its students to take up practical placements and graduate job-ready on completion of study.
