Bachelor of Scientific Studies
Bachelor of Scientific Studies
To have an understanding that: – Science is the pursuit of knowledge and understanding of the natural world following a systematic methodology based on evidence. – Scientists are curious about the natural world and are creative in formulating hypotheses and in designing approaches to problem solving. Scientists employ scientific methods…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
To have an understanding that: – Science is the pursuit of knowledge and understanding of the natural world following a systematic methodology based on evidence. – Scientists are curious about the natural world and are creative in formulating hypotheses and in designing approaches to problem solving. Scientists employ scientific methods to test hypotheses and use empirical evidence to support or refute their hypotheses. – Science includes a broad spectrum of disciplinary areas. Mathematics is used in science to model real-world systems and scientific data are often analysed using statistical methods. – Scientists have a responsibility to communicate the outcomes of their work accurately and without bias to their peers and to society. – Scientists generate and build knowledge, develop technologies, investigate and solve problems. Science is embedded within a context that reflects both the history of scientific endeavour and the culture of present society.
1. Learning outcomes: demonstrate knowledge and understanding of science, including evidence-based systematic methodology involved in acquiring knowledge, and the relevance this has for society;
2. demonstrate the ability to apply recognised methods of science, appropriate practical techniques and tools for processes of discovery and inquiry;
3. critically analyse and solve scientific problems by gathering, synthesising and critically evaluating information from different sources, and selecting and applying practical and/or theoretical techniques in order to conduct an investigation;
4. be effective communicators of science by communicating scientific information or arguments, to a range of audiences, including peers and the general community; and
5. be accountable for their own learning and scientific work by being independent and self-directed learners, working effectively, responsibly and safely in an individual or team context, and personally practising ethical conduct.
Career outcomes
With UNE’s Bachelor of Scientific Studies, your understanding of scientific concepts, and analytical and communication skills will be of benefit in many sectors.
You could consider opportunities in a range of industries, depending on your discipline of interest. These could include roles in:
• environmental science
• agribusiness
• software design and development
• health and wellbeing
• biomedical research
• policy development.
REQUIREMENTS
Entry is based on Australian Year 12 equivalence. English Language Requirements: An IELTS (Academic): overall score – 6.0, Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking – 5.5; TOEFL Computer-based test overall score – 213, Internet-based test overall score -79, Writing – 22; Pearson PTE (Academic) overall score -57, Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking – 50.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of New England was originally formed in 1938 as the New England University College, a College of the University of Sydney. It became fully independent in 1954. The university is located on several sites in Armidale, NSW. All the programs are offered via the four faculties: Arts; Economics, Business and Law; Education, Health and Professional Studies; and The Sciences; these faculties incorporate 18 teaching schools. Research is offered in the areas of rural science, agricultural economics, geology, educational administration, linguistics, archaeology, etc.
