Bachelor of Science
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Bachelor of Science
Understand the world around us and how it works Science is about asking new questions and then answering them. Science underpins all things including technology, business, environmental management, research and health. Complement and enhance your knowledge by developing business and communication skills. The skills and networks you develop while studying…
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Understand the world around us and how it works
Science is about asking new questions and then answering them. Science underpins all things including technology, business, environmental management, research and health. Complement and enhance your knowledge by developing business and communication skills.
The skills and networks you develop while studying will make you a skilled and employable graduate who will contribute solutions to the complex science challenges we face.
Design your degree to suit your interests – choose from 10 diverse majors with science and professional pathways to tailor your study experience. Program flexibility means you can pursue multiple areas of interest, including a double major or extended studies. Pathways are available to build professional skills and support you in reaching career goals beyond graduation.
Begin the process of establishing the professional networks that will be critical throughout your career. You’ll have authentic opportunities to work in industry and research whilst you study.
Course overview
Using the latest scientific developments and advancements, you’ll learn first-hand from our actively involved researchers how to deliver innovative solutions for real-world problems. You’ll also develop highly sought after and transferable skills in problem solving, communication and independent thinking.
Majors
Biodiversity and Conservation
Chemistry (Advanced Materials)
Earth Sciences
Geography
Biological Sciences
Mathematics
Chemistry (Medicinal and Organic)
Physics
Psychology
Statistics
Career opportunities
Most of the critical issues that face our society today require science to help find the right solutions for our current and future generations. Because this degree emphasises problem-solving, teamwork and critical thinking, graduates are sought after across a range of sectors.
Use this degree as a steppingstone into the health and science fields to achieve your career goals.
Professional outcomes:
Animal biologist
Chemist
Conservationist/ecologist
Data scientist or financial analyst
Geologist
Government or defence professional
Mathematician
Medical physicist
Meteorologist
Neuroscientist
Oceanographer
Research physicist
Statistician
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Newcastle, Australia is a world-class university. Excellence in teaching, research, and the student experience are our focus.
The University of Newcastle is one of the world’s top 200 universities1, known for making a global impact and top 5 in the world for partnering for a more sustainable future2.Â
We embrace technology and best practice to deliver the best possible student experience. Our mission is to help students become life-ready graduates. We do this through practical learning, innovative styles of teaching, internationally recognised study programs and world-class research.Â
We are number one in Australia for industry collaboration3, our partnerships help our more than 39,000 students4 to be more employable and start on higher salaries than the Australian average5.Â
1 QS World University Rankings 2023
2 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022 Â
3 Innovation Connections IC Report 2014 - 2020Â
4 The University of Newcastle Data Warehouse 2021Â
5 QILT Graduates Outcomes Survey 2018 - 2020Â
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