Bachelor of Science/ Bachelor of Applied Innovation
Bachelor of Science/ Bachelor of Applied Innovation
True, meaningful change for the way we live lies at the crossroads of science and innovation. And those crossroads are encapsulated in Swinburne’s unique Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Applied Innovation double degree. Tailor your science degree to your liking. Draw on the expertise of leading teachers, researchers and industry experts….
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
True, meaningful change for the way we live lies at the crossroads of science and innovation. And those crossroads are encapsulated in Swinburne’s unique Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Applied Innovation double degree.
Tailor your science degree to your liking. Draw on the expertise of leading teachers, researchers and industry experts. And specialise in the discipline of your choice with majors available in applied mathematics, biochemistry, biotechnology, chemistry, environmental science and physics. With practical application of knowledge through project-based units of study, you’ll develop the skills, knowledge and key theoretical insights required to work in a range of professional scientific environments.
The Bachelor of Applied Innovation amplifies your science-based thinking by developing your collaboration, creativity and problem-solving skills in real-world contexts. Working on activities inspired by your passions and interests, and undertaking placements, internships or industry-based project work, you’ll benefit from interdisciplinary, experiential learning. You’ll tap into your creativity, curiosity and leadership potential as you gain the skills to build a better future.
After graduation, a future in your chosen science field awaits – with the added benefit of future-ready training in professional innovation practices. Pursue the science position you’ve hoped for with the skills and knowledge required by current and projected industry needs or discover new ways to career fulfilment with innovation roles such as innovation consultant, strategic designer, transformation lead, innovation strategist and innovation manager.
Course learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:
Demonstrate a coherent understanding of science by articulating the methods of science, explain why current scientific knowledge is both contestable and testable by further inquiry and explain the role and relevance of science in society
Exhibit depth and breadth of scientific knowledge by demonstrating well-developed knowledge in at least one science disciplinary area
Critically analyse and solve scientific problems by evaluating information from a range of sources, designing and planning an investigation, selecting and applying practical and theoretical techniques for that investigation and collecting, recording, interpreting and drawing conclusions from scientific data
Effectively communicate science by presenting information or arguments, to a range of audiences, for a range of purposes using a variety of modes
Adopt ownership of their own learning and scientific work by being independent and self-directed learners, working effectively and safely in an individual or team context, demonstrating knowledge of the regulatory framework relevant to the disciplinary area and practising ethical conduct
Apply a series of thinking systems, creativity toolkits and innovation frameworks to design contextually relevant solutions addressing local and global challenges in and outside their discipline
Career opportunities
Career outcomes will vary depending on discipline focus and individual majors and complement discipline employability skills through innovation capabilities. The Bachelor of Science aims to equip students with the skills, knowledge and key theoretical insights required to work in a range of professional scientific environments. Professional innovation roles graduates will have skills and attribute for include Innovation Consultant, Innovation Lead, Innovation Analyst, Strategic Designer, Creative Producer, Start-up Founder, Human-Centred Researcher, Self-employed Entrepreneur, Product Manager, Transformation Lead, Innovation Strategist and Innovation Manager.
REQUIREMENTS
successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification
completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including Certificates IV (completed), Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas, Associate Degrees and Degrees)
applicants without a formal qualification may be considered for entry upon completion of the STAT test.
English language requirements
Satisfactory completion of one of the following:
- Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 65%, all skills 65%
- minimum IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
- TOEFL iBT (internet-based) – 64 (no less than 13 in reading, 12 in listening, 18 in speaking, 21 in writing)
- Pearson (PTE) minimum score of 50 (no communicative skills less than 50)
- C1 Advanced: 169, no band less than 169
- any other equivalent assessment of English language proficiency.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Swinburne University of Technology is a public university based in Melbourne- that is among the top 3% of universities in the world. The University focuses on science, technology and innovation and offers courses well recognised by professional organisations. The Good Universities Guide 2016 awarded the University five stars for both graduate satisfaction and generic skills and four stars for teaching quality. It also features in the top 200 ranked universities in the QS Graduate Employability Rankings; and enjoys close ties with industry- providing students with invaluable workplace experience.
