Key facts
Domestic students course information.
Guaranteed ATAR: 57.70
Entry is based on recent secondary (ATAR), higher education (GPA), VET study, or work experience.
Entry is based on Australian Year 12 equivalence. English language requirements must also be met.
- 3 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- 095677B
Start Dates and Campus | Trimester 1 – February 2025 | Trimester 2 – June 2025 | Trimester 3 – October 2025 |
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Online | Offered | Offered | Offered |
Armidale Campus | Offered | Offered | Not Offered |
Sydney Campus | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
Online | Offered | Offered | Offered |
Armidale Campus | Offered | Offered | Not Offered |
Sydney Campus | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
Course information
Download course brochureIn a rapidly changing world, there has never been a better time to expand your understanding of science and technology. UNE’s Bachelor of Scientific Studies is designed to provide you with broad scientific background to assist with future employment or to pursue further study. It is also a pathway to transition to a specialised science-based degree if you do not have an educational background in science. Our course encourages the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as skills for communication and lifelong learning, allowing you to apply these skills to your specific field of interest.
With an adaptable skill set you will be ready to respond to the challenges and opportunities in any career.
Why study the Bachelor of Scientific Studies with UNE?
UNE’s Bachelor of Scientific Studies is a unique course that allows you to develop your theoretical understanding and laboratory experience in basic science and gain high level skills in a specialised pathway. Our course is ideal if you want to develop the knowledge required for admission to a specialised science-based degree, or you want to build on your skills in a particular discipline before commencing a specialised postgraduate course.
UNE’s course, delivered flexibly online and on campus, equips you with a solid academic foundation in the basic sciences and allows you to specialise in an area of interest to you.
Our structured pathways have been carefully tailored to each discipline to ensure that you attain the introductory applied skills and knowledge relevant to each field. Choose the direction that best suits your study plans, with streams in Agriculture, Computer Science, Exercise and Sports Science and Clinical Exercise Physiology, Health Science (Biomedical Science and Pharmacy) and Science (including Environmental Science, Geoscience and Zoology).
We’re highly rated – year after year, students award UNE 5-star ratings in The Good Universities Guide for Overall Experience and Student Support, so when you study with us, you know you are in good hands.
What makes our course different?
If you do not have an educational background in science, for example you did not study science in high school, or you are considering changing careers, the course gives you the opportunity to:
- Gain the knowledge you need to succeed. Our Bachelor of Scientific Studies pathways are designed to give you a broad scientific background. The course allows you to design your own program of study, in consultation with academic staff, to suit your background knowledge and specific areas of interest. The program is highly flexible, allowing you to gain underpinning theoretical knowledge as well as practical laboratory experience in a range of discipline areas.
- Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as skills in communication and lifelong learning, allowing you to apply these skills to your specific field of interest.
- Transition to one of UNE’s specialised science-based degrees after your first year of study, with advanced standing for units already completed.
- Get hands-on support. At UNE, our small class sizes allow you to interact directly with our experienced teaching staff during lectures and laboratory practical sessions in a friendly, engaging learning environment.
- Gain practical skills that are relevant to different scientific disciplines, with access to UNE’s state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities. For example, get hands-on experience with current sports science training and testing in our clinical physiology laboratories, or be ready to adapt to changes in agricultural science by learning how smart technology is improving productivity at our innovative SMART Farms.
- Balance study with your existing commitments – our course is flexibly-delivered. Study in the way that best suits your learning needs, with intakes in all trimesters, and options to study online or on campus, full-time or part-time. If you choose to study online, some units include mandatory intensive schools on campus, which give you the opportunity to interact and engage face-to-face with your peers and academic staff, while developing essential laboratory and field skills.
We work with you to ensure that you attain the academic knowledge and skills you need, whether you are new to science and plan to pursue specialised study, or you wish to add value to your role with a university qualification. To ensure that the units that you chose best meet your needs, we strongly encourage you to consult with the Course Coordinator for advice on your planned program of study.
Pathways
- Agriculture
- Computer Science
- Exercise and Sports Science and Clinical Exercise Physiology
- Health Science (Biomedical Science and Pharmacy)
- Science (including Environmental Science, Geoscience and Zoology)
Study online
Most of our students choose to study online across three study periods with 24/7 tutor support* and fit study around work and family commitments. Uniquely, our online students are mostly over 30 and bring valuable experience with them. They form a community of adults juggling the same challenges and priorities and who bring their life and work experience together at UNE in order to become future-fit and better respond to a rapidly changing world.
Study on campus
Many of our students choose to take advantage of the on-campus lifestyle in Armidale, in the beautiful New England region, with access to unparalleled support, accommodation and sporting facilities. These students are often starting their first degree and have left school recently. Through access to academic and career support they get a fantastic start to their careers.
* 24/7 tutor support includes: essay feedback (within 24 hours); live chat 24/7 for generic feedback on academic writing; and subject-specific help at a foundation or first-year level for subjects including mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics, business, accounting, microeconomics, macroeconomics and statistics. There are also a wide range of workshops, resources and courses available in academic skills support to assist you and help you to succeed.
Entry requirements
Select the option that best describes you.
If you are an international applicant who wants to study on campus in Australia:
You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course.
To meet the entry requirements for this course you must have completed, at minimum, an Australian Year 12 qualification or overseas equivalent.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
You can check your overseas qualifications in our Admission Country List and Qualifications table. If you can't find your qualifications in this list, simply submit your application and UNE's International Admissions team will assess them for you.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
By applying for this course, we assume that you have sound knowledge of any 2 units of English studied at a Year 12 level (or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Assumed Knowledge
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
On-Campus study
If you would like to study full-time in Australia at one of UNE's campuses, you will need to have a visa that allows you to study. For most international students this visa will need to be a Student Visa. The Australian Department of Home Affairs has further information about visa eligibility and conditions.
If you are an international applicant who wants to study online (overseas or in Australia):
You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course.
To meet the entry requirements for this course you must have completed, at minimum, an Australian Year 12 qualification or overseas equivalent.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
You can check your overseas qualifications in our Admission Country List and Qualifications table. If you can't find your qualifications in this list, simply submit your application and UNE's International Admissions team will assess them for you.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
By applying for this course, we assume that you have sound knowledge of any 2 units of English studied at a Year 12 level (or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Assumed Knowledge
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
Online study in your own country
If you would like to study online with UNE while you reside outside of Australia you do not need a Student Visa. If your course requires you to visit Australia to attend any mandatory study requirements, you would need to explore Visitor Visa options for a short-term stay.
Online study in Australia
If you would like to study online with UNE while you are residing in Australia, you will need to hold a visa (other than a Student Visa) that allows you to study. If you are unsure if your visa allows you to study, you can check with UNE's International Admissions team. If you hold a Student Visa you cannot study completely online; you must be enrolled as an on-campus student (although you can study a limited number of online units).
Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application:
- Any supporting documents related to your admission pathway. For example, if you apply based on previous study, upload evidence of your study so we assess eligibility.
- Proof of identity and citizenship. This can be a certified/notarised copy of the photo page of your passport, or another form of official photo identification that lists your full personal details including name and date of birth; for example, a foreign government identity card.
- Evidence of English Language Requirements satisfied. If you have completed a UNE-approved formal English test within the last two years, you must provide a copy of the test results with your application. Please see UNE’s English Language Requirements above for further information.
Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies.
Individual Unit Advanced Standing
If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing.
Please note: Advanced Standing cannot be granted for the following units:
- SCI395 Science Report
- WORK300 Work Integrated Learning – Professional Skills Development
Select the option that best describes your experience.
You are currently studying Year 12 (school or TAFE) or have done so within the past 2 years.
If you are admitted on the basis of your ATAR, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
There are ATAR-related adjustments that can be applied to increase your rank when applying for this course.
UNE ATAR Adjustment Scheme
UNE can automatically award additional points as adjustment factors to the ATAR of eligible applicants for this course without the need for an additional application.
> Learn more about the UNE ATAR Adjustment Scheme
Education Adjustment Scheme (EAS)
UNE acknowledges and provides consideration for applicants who have experienced an educational disadvantage. If you are planning to study on campus you can seek consideration for this scheme when applying for this course.
> Learn more about EAS
UNE Early Entry Program
Early Entry is open to all Year 12 applicants and relies on your school’s assessment of your attributes and suitability for study. You can apply early, receive an offer and secure a place with UNE, even before your scores are released.
> Learn more about the UNE Early Entry Program
UAC Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS)
This scheme provides eligible Year 12 applicants who have applied via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) the opportunity to receive early offers of undergraduate admission to UNE based on their school ratings and Year 11 results.
> Learn more about SRS
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
By applying for this course, we assume that you have sound knowledge of any 2 units of English studied at a Year 12 level (or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Assumed Knowledge
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
You have studied at UNE or other higher education institutions, completed or otherwise.
You can apply for this course if you have undertaken any of the following qualifications with an appropriate Grade Point Average (GPA):
- Undergraduate Certificates
- Diplomas
- Advanced Diplomas/Associate degrees
- Bachelor degrees
- Postgraduate degrees
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
By applying for this course, we assume that you have sound knowledge of any 2 units of English studied at a Year 12 level (or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Assumed Knowledge
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
You have undertaken VET study through a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), e.g. TAFE.
You can apply for this course if you have undertaken VET studies. When assessing your application, we will look at the following factors:
- Level and type of qualification (Certificate III or above)
- Graded or ungraded (competency-based)
- Complete or incomplete.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
By applying for this course, we assume that you have sound knowledge of any 2 units of English studied at a Year 12 level (or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Assumed Knowledge
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
You left high school more than two years ago or did not finish Year 12.
You can apply for this course on the basis of work and/or life experience via at least one of the following methods:
Professional Experience
If you have completed at least one year of paid professional experience, we can assess you for admission on this basis. Simply provide a resume and a Statement of Service from your employer/s in your application.
> Find out more about applying based on professional experience
> Learn about our Statement of Service requirements
Mature Age Special Entry
Tell us more about your work and life experience, demonstrating why you believe you will be successful in the course you are applying for. Simply complete the form and upload it in your application.
> Download the Mature Age Special Entry form (PDF)
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
The STAT is a test that assesses a range of competencies considered important for successful tertiary study. UNE accepts the multiple-choice component provided you have completed it within the three years prior to course commencement.
> Visit ACER for more information
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under standard entry. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
Pathways Enabling Course
This is a free (fees exempt) and 100% online course designed to help you prepare for university. It will provide you with all the skills needed to undertake undergraduate study.
> Learn more about the Pathways Enabling Course
TRACKS (Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants)
TRACKS is a preparation course run by the UNE Oorala Aboriginal Centre. Over two trimesters you will experience what university study is about and learn in a supported environment. Be part of a community of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples who share your goals and interests.
> Learn more about TRACKS
Internal Selection Program (Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants)
This program is designed for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples who have professional work or community experience, or any formal VET qualifications, e.g. TAFE study.
> Learn more about the Internal Selection Program
Pathways into Science
There is more than one way to study the course of your dreams at UNE. Find out more about Pathways into Science at UNE.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
By applying for this course, we assume that you have sound knowledge of any 2 units of English studied at a Year 12 level (or overseas equivalent).
> Learn more about Assumed Knowledge
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application:
- Any supporting documents related to your admission pathway. For example, if you apply based on previous study, upload evidence of your study so we can assess eligibility.
- If you are applying through Mature Age Special Entry, you will need to include a completed Mature Age Special Entry form in your online application. Learn more about Mature Age Special Entry.
- If you are applying based on professional experience you will need to provide a resume and a Statement of Service from your employer/s on company letterhead. Learn about our Statement of Service requirements.
Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies.
Individual Unit Advanced Standing
If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing.
Please note: Advanced Standing cannot be granted for the following units:
- SCI395 Science Report
- WORK300 Work Integrated Learning – Professional Skills Development
Course structure
Candidates following the Health Science Pathway who have completed Year 12 Chemistry, Mathematics, or Physics, or equivalent, in the past 4 years, may contact the Course Coordinator to discuss substituting CHEM100, MTHS100, or PHYS100 with an appropriate replacement in your Course Structure. Candidates intending to transfer to the Bachelor of Pharmacy with Honours must be also aware of GPA and unit requirements of admission:
- At least 4 units of study within a single course, including CHEM110 Chemistry I and MTHS110 Quantitative Skills with Applications, with a minimum GPA of 4.6
- OR 5 or more units of study within a single course, including CHEM110 Chemistry I and MTHS110 Quantitative Skills with Applications with a minimum GPA of 4.3.
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 144 credit points with not more than 60 credit points at 100-level; at least 36 credit points at 300-level and not more than 12 credit points at 400-level from units listed for this course.
24 credit points
Complete the following units:- Introductory Chemistry (CHEM100) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Quantitative Skills (MTHS100) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Physics (PHYS100) – 6 credit points
- Science in Practice (SCI100) – 6 credit points
24 credit points
Complete 24 credit points from ONE of the following subject areas:
NOTE FOR ALL STUDENTS
On successful completion of 48 credit points from the Group 1 Listed Units, students will be eligible to exit with the Diploma in Science and may apply to transfer to a Science-based degree relevant to the subject area completed.
It is to the advantage of ALL students to consult with the Course Coordinator for advice on an appropriate Program of Study.
24 credit points
Complete 6 credit points from the following units:- Chemistry I (CHEM110) – 6 credit points
- Chemistry II (CHEM120) – 6 credit points
6 credit points
And complete 6 credit points from the following units:- Quantitative Skills with Applications (MTHS110) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Statistical Modelling (STAT100) – 6 credit points
6 credit points
And complete 6 credit points from the following units:- Fundamentals of Agriculture (AGFN100) – 6 credit points
- Sustainable Agricultural Systems II (AGSY102) – 6 credit points
6 credit points
And complete 6 credit points from the following units:- Introduction to Biology: Cells and Life (BIOL110) – 6 credit points
- Organisms and the Diversity of Life (BIOL120) – 6 credit points
24 credit points
Complete the following units:- Introduction to Programming and the UNIX Environment (COSC110) – 6 credit points
- Quantitative Skills with Applications (MTHS110) – 6 credit points
12 credit points
And complete 12 credit points from the following units:- Software Development Studio 1 (COSC101) – 6 credit points
- Data Science Studio 1 (COSC102) – 6 credit points
- Computational Thinking (ICT100) – 6 credit points
- From Logic to Data Processing (ICT101) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Statistical Modelling (STAT100) – 6 credit points
24 credit points
Complete the following units:- Monitoring Health and Sports Performance (EXSC101) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Statistical Modelling (STAT100) – 6 credit points
12 credit points
And complete 12 credit points from the following units:- Introduction to Human Anatomy (ANAT110) – 6 credit points
- Functional Musculoskeletal Anatomy (ANAT120) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Exercise and Sports Science (EXSC120) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Human Physiology 1 (PSIO110) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Human Physiology 2 (PSIO120) – 6 credit points
24 credit points
Complete the following units:- Quantitative Skills with Applications (MTHS110) – 6 credit points
- Chemistry I (CHEM110) – 6 credit points
12 credit points
And complete 12 credit points from the following units:- Chemistry II (CHEM120) – 6 credit points
- Pharmaceutical Science I (PHAR120) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Human Physiology 1 (PSIO110) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Human Physiology 2 (PSIO120) – 6 credit points
24 credit points
Complete 6 credit points from the following units:- Chemistry I (CHEM110) – 6 credit points
- Chemistry II (CHEM120) – 6 credit points
6 credit points
And complete 6 credit points from the following units:- Quantitative Skills with Applications (MTHS110) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Statistical Modelling (STAT100) – 6 credit points
6 credit points
And complete 6 credit points from the following units:- Our Blue Planet (GEOL110) – 6 credit points
- Dynamic Earth (GEOL120) – 6 credit points
- Applied Physics I (PHYS131) – 6 credit points
- Applied Physics II (PHYS132) – 6 credit points
- Life on Earth (ZOOL100) – 6 credit points
6 credit points
And complete 6 credit points from the following units:- Introduction to Biology: Cells and Life (BIOL110) – 6 credit points
- Organisms and the Diversity of Life (BIOL120) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Human Physiology 1 (PSIO110) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Human Physiology 2 (PSIO120) – 6 credit points
36 credit points
Candidates may select units from a single subject area or from across a number of subject areas.
Complete 36 credit points, with not more than 12 credit points at 100-level, from the following units:
- Fundamentals of Agriculture (AGFN100) – 6 credit points
- Agricultural Plants: Adaptation and Physiology (AGRO200) – 6 credit points
- Animal Production Systems and Products (ANPR211) – 6 credit points
- Animal Physiology (ANSC201) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Biology: Cells and Life (BIOL110) – 6 credit points
- Organisms and the Diversity of Life (BIOL120) – 6 credit points
- Chemistry I (CHEM110) – 6 credit points
- Chemistry II (CHEM120) – 6 credit points
- Ecology: Concepts and Applications (ECOL100) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Genetics (GENE210) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Breeding and Genetics (GENE251) – 6 credit points
- Quantitative Skills with Applications (MTHS110) – 6 credit points
- Sustainable Agricultural Systems I (AGSY101) – 6 credit points
- Sustainable Agricultural Systems II (AGSY102) – 6 credit points
- Soil Science (SOIL222) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Statistical Modelling (STAT100) – 6 credit points
- Discrete Mathematics (AMTH140) – 6 credit points
- Software Development Studio 1 (COSC101) – 6 credit points
- Object Oriented Programming (COSC120) – 6 credit points
- Fundamentals of Cybersecurity and Privacy (COSC130) – 6 credit points
- Database Management Systems (COSC210) – 6 credit points
- Software Development Studio 2 (COSC220) – 6 credit points
- Data Structures and Algorithms (COSC230) – 6 credit points
- Operating Systems (COSC240) – 6 credit points
- Programming Paradigms (COSC250) – 6 credit points
- Web Programming (COSC260) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Statistical Modelling (STAT100) – 6 credit points
- Statistical Modelling and Experimental Design (STAT210) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Human Anatomy (ANAT110) – 6 credit points
- Functional Musculoskeletal Anatomy (ANAT120) – 6 credit points
- Monitoring Health and Sports Performance (EXSC101) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Biomechanics (EXSC210) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Exercise Physiology (EXSC220) – 6 credit points
- Physical Activity and Health (EXSC230) – 6 credit points
- Motor Skill Acquisition and Performance (EXSC239) – 6 credit points
- Exercise and Health Assessment (EXSC360) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Human Physiology 1 (PSIO110) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Human Physiology 2 (PSIO120) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Psychology I (PSYC101) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Molecular Biology and Biochemistry I (BCHM210) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Biochemistry II (BCHM220) – 6 credit points
- Chemistry II (CHEM120) – 6 credit points
- Biological and Organic Chemistry (CHEM204) – 6 credit points
- Inorganic Chemistry (CHEM220) – 6 credit points
- Analytical Chemistry (CHEM250) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Genetics (GENE210) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Human Development (HDEV201) – 6 credit points
- Issues in Human Nutrition (HUMN240) – 6 credit points
- Integrated Physiology Skills (LSK240) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Microbiology (MICR220) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Pharmacy (PHAR110) – 6 credit points
- Pharmaceutical Science I (PHAR120) – 6 credit points
- Pharmaceutical Science II (PHAR200) – 6 credit points
- Pharmacology for Research (PHRM232) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Human Physiology 1 (PSIO110) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Human Physiology 2 (PSIO120) – 6 credit points
- Integrated Physiology (PSIO220) – 6 credit points
- Pathophysiology (PSIO230) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Psychology II (PSYC102) – 6 credit points
- Discrete Mathematics (AMTH140) – 6 credit points
- Mathematical Methods in the Sciences (AMTH246) – 6 credit points
- Computational Mathematics (AMTH250) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics (ASTY221) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Molecular Biology and Biochemistry I (BCHM210) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Biochemistry II (BCHM220) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Biology: Cells and Life (BIOL110) – 6 credit points
- Organisms and the Diversity of Life (BIOL120) – 6 credit points
- Plant Physiology and Anatomy (BOTY202) – 6 credit points
- Plant Diversity (BOTY203) – 6 credit points
- Chemistry I (CHEM110) – 6 credit points
- Chemistry II (CHEM120) – 6 credit points
- Biological and Organic Chemistry (CHEM204) – 6 credit points
- Physical Chemistry: Quantum and Thermal Structure (CHEM210) – 6 credit points
- Inorganic Chemistry (CHEM220) – 6 credit points
- Analytical Chemistry (CHEM250) – 6 credit points
- Medicinal Chemistry (CHEM303) – 6 credit points
- Ecology: Concepts and Applications (ECOL100) – 6 credit points
- Aquatic Ecology (ECOL308) – 6 credit points
- Ecology - Populations to Ecosystems (ECOL203) – 6 credit points
- Ecological Methods (ECOL204) – 6 credit points
- Evolutionary Biology (EVOL211) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Genetics (GENE210) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Breeding and Genetics (GENE251) – 6 credit points
- Our Blue Planet (GEOL110) – 6 credit points
- Dynamic Earth (GEOL120) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Palaeontology (GEOL202) – 6 credit points
- Field Mapping and Sedimentology (GEOL206) – 6 credit points
- Resource Geology and Environmental Issues (GEOL207) – 6 credit points
- Structural and Metamorphic Geology (GEOL208) – 6 credit points
- Mineralogy and Petrology (GEOL209) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Human Development (HDEV201) – 6 credit points
- Issues in Human Nutrition (HUMN240) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Microbiology (MICR220) – 6 credit points
- Probability and Simulation (MATH260) – 6 credit points
- Quantitative Skills with Applications (MTHS110) – 6 credit points
- Calculus and Linear Algebra 1 (MTHS120) – 6 credit points
- Calculus and Linear Algebra 2 (MTHS130) – 6 credit points
- Pharmacology for Research (PHRM232) – 6 credit points
- Applied Physics I (PHYS131) – 6 credit points
- Applied Physics II (PHYS132) – 6 credit points
- Electromagnetism 1 (PHYS204) – 6 credit points
- Topics in Advanced Physical Sciences (PHYS208) – 6 credit points
- Sensors and Signal Processing (PHYS213) – 6 credit points
- Multivariable Calculus (PMTH212) – 6 credit points
- Linear Algebra (PMTH213) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Human Physiology 1 (PSIO110) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Human Physiology 2 (PSIO120) – 6 credit points
- Integrated Physiology (PSIO220) – 6 credit points
- Pathophysiology (PSIO230) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Scientific Programming (SCI210) – 6 credit points
- Digital Technology Survival Skills (SCI310) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Statistical Modelling (STAT100) – 6 credit points
- Statistical Modelling and Experimental Design (STAT210) – 6 credit points
- Frequentist and Bayesian Statistical Inference (STAT270) – 6 credit points
- Life on Earth (ZOOL100) – 6 credit points
- Vertebrate Zoology - Evolution and Diversity (ZOOL203) – 6 credit points
- Invertebrate Zoology (ZOOL210) – 6 credit points
- Entomology (ZOOL320) – 6 credit points
36 credit points
Candidates may select units from a single subject area or from across a number of subject areas.
Complete 36 credit points, with not more than 12 credit points at 400-level, from the following units:
- Plant Protection (AGRO311) – 6 credit points
- Crop Production (AGRO321) – 6 credit points
- Integrated Weed Management (AGRO422) – 6 credit points
- Grazing Systems (AGSY300) – 6 credit points
- Animal Function, Health and Welfare (ANPR321) – 6 credit points
- Feedlot Management (ANPR340) – 6 credit points
- Disease and its Control in Animals (ANPR417) – 6 credit points
- Beef Production (ANPR360) – 6 credit points
- Animal Biosecurity (ANSC314) – 6 credit points
- Applied Animal Nutrition (ANUT300) – 6 credit points
- Applied Cotton Production (COTT300) – 6 credit points
- Genetic Evaluation and Breeding Program Design (GENE422) – 6 credit points
- Agronomy of Grains Production (GRNS300) – 6 credit points
- Meat Technology (MEAT318) – 6 credit points
- Precision Agriculture (PA335) – 6 credit points
- Poultry Production (PLTY301) – 6 credit points
- Productive Soil Systems (SOIL311) – 6 credit points
- Soils in Practice (SOIL431) – 6 credit points
- Fundamentals of Sheep and Wool Production (WOOL300) – 6 credit points
- Sheep Production (WOOL312) – 6 credit points
- Wool Marketing and Clip Preparation (WOOL322) – 6 credit points
- Fundamentals of Cybersecurity and Privacy (COSC130) – 6 credit points
- Special Topic in Computing (COSC301) – 6 credit points
- Software Project Management (COSC310) – 6 credit points
- Information Technology Project (COSC320) – 6 credit points
- Parallel and Distributed Computing (COSC330) – 6 credit points
- Computer Networks and Network Security (COSC340) – 6 credit points
- Artificial Intelligence (COSC350) – 6 credit points
- Advanced Web Programming (COSC360) – 6 credit points
- User Experience and Interaction Design (COSC370) – 6 credit points
- Management Information Systems (COSC372) – 6 credit points
- Algorithms in Machine Learning (COSC380) – 6 credit points
- Statistical Learning (STAT330) – 6 credit points
- Advanced Biomechanics (EXSC310) – 6 credit points
- Motor Control and Human Development (EXSC335) – 6 credit points
- Advanced Exercise Physiology (EXSC340) – 6 credit points
- Clinical Exercise Physiology I (EXSC341) – 6 credit points
- Clinical Exercise Physiology II (EXSC342) – 6 credit points
- Clinical Exercise Physiology III (EXSC343) – 6 credit points
- Exercise and Health Assessment (EXSC360) – 6 credit points
- Exercise Prescription and Programming (EXSC370) – 6 credit points
- Advanced Biotechnology (BTEC310) – 6 credit points
- Molecular Laboratory Skills for Life Sciences (LSK220) – 6 credit points
- Integrated Physiology Skills (LSK240) – 6 credit points
- Capstone Biophysiological Techniques (LSK310) – 6 credit points
- A Walk Through the Brain (NEUR330) – 6 credit points
- Neurobiology (NEUR231) – 6 credit points
- Neuroanatomy (NEUR232) – 6 credit points
- Functional and Biomedical Impact of Disorder and Disability (NEUR341) – 6 credit points
- Pharmacology II (PHAR330) – 6 credit points
- Drug Technologies and New Drug Therapies (PHAR440) – 6 credit points
- Endocrinology and Reproductive Physiology (PSIO331) – 6 credit points
- Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiology (PSIO332) – 6 credit points
- Human Nutrition and Metabolism (PSIO335) – 6 credit points
- Immunology and Haematology (PSIO350) – 6 credit points
- Clinical Biochemistry and Cell Biology (BCHM341) – 6 credit points
- Plant Function and Environment (BOTY302) – 6 credit points
- Mosses and Mushrooms - Cryptogam Diversity (BOTY370) – 6 credit points
- Field Botany (BOTY390) – 6 credit points
- Wild Dog Ecology (CANI310) – 6 credit points
- Organic Synthesis and Catalysis (CHEM302) – 6 credit points
- Medicinal Chemistry (CHEM303) – 6 credit points
- Applied Physical and Materials Chemistry (CHEM305) – 6 credit points
- Ecology of Plant Populations (ECOL307) – 6 credit points
- Ecology of Australian Vegetation (ECOL311) – 6 credit points
- Conservation Genetics and Genomics (ECOL320) – 6 credit points
- Land Assessment for Sustainable Use (EM311) – 6 credit points
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EM312) – 6 credit points
- Wildlife Ecology and Management (EM323) – 6 credit points
- Ecosystem Rehabilitation (EM351) – 6 credit points
- Conservation Biology (EM353) – 6 credit points
- Applied Research Skills in Environmental and Rural Science (ERS301) – 6 credit points
- Macroevolution and Systematics (EVOL301) – 6 credit points
- Forensic and Analytical Chemistry (FSC310) – 6 credit points
- Genetics of Populations (GENE322) – 6 credit points
- Genomic Analysis and Bioinformatics (GENE352) – 6 credit points
- Genetic Evaluation and Breeding Program Design (GENE422) – 6 credit points
- Ore Deposit Geology (GEOL305) – 6 credit points
- Palaeontology and Stratigraphy (GEOL311) – 6 credit points
- Environmental Geology (GEOL313) – 6 credit points
- Geological Field Mapping (GEOL314) – 6 credit points
- Vertebrate Palaeontology (GEOL315) – 6 credit points
- Global Tectonics (GEOL316) – 6 credit points
- Earth Materials: Atoms, Exploration and the Environment (GEOL318) – 6 credit points
- Earth Observation (GISC331) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to GIS and Spatial Thinking (GISC334) – 6 credit points
- Spatial Analysis and Modelling (GISC433) – 6 credit points
- Remote Sensing and Image Analysis (GISC436) – 6 credit points
- Clinical Microbiology and Virology (MICR350) – 6 credit points
- A Walk Through the Brain (NEUR330) – 6 credit points
- Neurobiology (NEUR231) – 6 credit points
- Neuroanatomy (NEUR232) – 6 credit points
- The Brain and Behaviour (NEUR233) – 6 credit points
- Neurobiology of Developmental, Anxiety and Cognitive Disorders (NEUR334) – 6 credit points
- Clinical Neuroscience (NEUR335) – 6 credit points
- Understanding and Changing Human Behaviour (NEUR337) – 6 credit points
- Microscopic to Macroscopic Physics and Chemistry (PHYS301) – 6 credit points
- Digital Electronic Systems (PHYS311) – 6 credit points
- Applied Photonics (PHYS313) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Topology (PMTH331) – 6 credit points
- Abstract Algebra (PMTH332) – 6 credit points
- Complex Analysis (PMTH333) – 6 credit points
- Number Theory (PMTH338) – 6 credit points
- Differential Equations (PMTH339) – 6 credit points
- Endocrinology and Reproductive Physiology (PSIO331) – 6 credit points
- Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiology (PSIO332) – 6 credit points
- Human Nutrition and Metabolism (PSIO335) – 6 credit points
- Immunology and Haematology (PSIO350) – 6 credit points
- Human Physiology (PSIO411) – 6 credit points
- Pollution Management (RSNR301) – 6 credit points
- Sustainable Land Management (RSNR303) – 6 credit points
- Digital Technology Survival Skills (SCI310) – 6 credit points
- Science Report (SCI395) – 6 credit points
- Soils, Pollution and the Environment (SOIL310) – 6 credit points
- Soils in Practice (SOIL431) – 6 credit points
- Advanced Statistical Modelling (STAT320) – 6 credit points
- Statistical Learning (STAT330) – 6 credit points
- Work Integrated Learning - Professional Skills Development (WORK300) – 6 credit points
- Animal Behaviour (ZOOL326) – 6 credit points
- Ecological and Comparative Physiology (ZOOL327) – 6 credit points
- Evolutionary Parasitology (ZOOL329) – 6 credit points
24 credit points
Complete 24 credit points at 200-level or above:
Elective Units can be selected from any unit offered by the University subject to candidates meeting overall course requirements and prerequisite and timetabling requirements for individual units.
See UNE Handbook for more details. The Handbook contains detailed course information designed for enrolled students, including course plans, exit awards, intensive schools, and work placement requirements.
Fees and scholarships
How much will it cost?
Estimated fees for your first year of study in this course are:
Fee type | Cost |
---|---|
International | $34,800* |
Commonwealth Supported Place | $8,601* |
Estimated amenities fee per year if studying full-time | $365 |
*Annual course fees only cover the cost of tuition. They do not include other expenses associated with university study such as text books, accommodation and living expenses. If you are successful in gaining admission to study at UNE, the Offer of Admission will list the exact tuition fees you need to pay for your course. Fees quoted cover full-time tuition for two full-time trimesters only. For more information, please see fees and costs.
What are the course fee payment options?
A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is a government subsidised place in a university course. The government pays part of your tuition fees, and you pay the remainder.
If you have a CSP in either an undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) degree, you may be eligible for a HECS-HELP Loan, which allows you to defer payment of your fees until you are earning above the threshold.
UNE scholarships are open for all to apply and offer financial help while you are studying. There are scholarships for students with high academic achievement, from rural areas, studying specific degrees, in disadvantaged groups, experiencing financial hardship, who excel at sport or want to live in a UNE residential college.
UNE scholarship applications are free and confidential. You may apply for more than one scholarship.
Scholarships
UNE offers bursaries and scholarships that can help you with the costs of studying and living in Australia.
The UNE International Bursary reduces the published annual tuition fees for international students by up to 20%. These bursaries are available for international students commencing coursework studies at UNE in 2024. View detailed Bursary information.
UNE also offers a number of substantial research scholarships to postgraduate students studying research-based degrees.
Your career
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.
UNE’s Bachelor of Scientific Studies provides you with a broad scientific background. Developing and refining your transferrable skills ensures you are ready to take advantage of the opportunities you may encounter and equips you with the tools to pursue lifelong learning in science.
Course outcomes
- demonstrate knowledge and understanding of science, including evidence-based systematic methodology involved in acquiring knowledge, and the relevance this has for society;
- demonstrate the ability to apply recognised methods of science, appropriate practical techniques and tools for processes of discovery and inquiry;
- 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;
- be effective communicators of science by communicating scientific information or arguments, to a range of audiences, including peers and the general community; and
- 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.
- Knowledge of a Discipline
Graduates will understand ways of scientific thinking and the nature of science as a broad discipline.
- Communication Skills
Graduates will be able to communicate scientific information or arguments to a range of audiences.
- Problem Solving
Graduates will be able to investigate and solve problems by using evidence-based systematic methods of science.
- Information Literacy
Graduates will be able to communicate scientific information or arguments to a range of audiences. In doing so they will be able to synthesise and critically evaluate information from a range of sources, using a range of technologies.
- Ethical Conduct and Social Responsibility
Graduates will be able to take social responsibility by recognising the relevant ethical frameworks within which science is practised and demonstrate a capacity for working responsibly and safely in both individual and team environments.
- Lifelong Learning
Graduates will be able to take personal responsibility for lifelong learning by demonstrating a capacity for self-directed learning.
- Independence and Collaboration
Elements of each unit of study require students to work independently or to work collaboratively as part of a team.
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2024No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience
QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience
QILT Student Experience SurveyFive Stars for
Teaching Quality
UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality
Good Universities Guide 2024Studying online
At UNE we know it takes more than just being online to be a great online university. It takes time and experience. We pioneered distance education for working adults back in the 1950s, so we’ve been doing this longer than any other Australian university.
We understand the challenges faced by busy adults studying at home. We know that a vital part of online study is your engagement with the learning community. Communication with your classmates, teaching staff and university support staff will enhance your study experience and ensure that your skills extend beyond the subject matter. UNE’s teaching staff are experts in their field which is why UNE consistently receives five stars from students for teaching quality, support and overall experience.*
*The Good Universities Guide
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2024No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience
QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience
QILT Student Experience SurveyFive Stars for
Teaching Quality
UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality
Good Universities Guide 2024Studying online
At UNE we know it takes more than just being online to be a great online university. It takes time and experience. We pioneered distance education for working adults back in the 1950s, so we’ve been doing this longer than any other Australian University.
As an international student you can take advantage of flexible online study from overseas or while you are studying in Australia on a visa other than a student visa. You can’t study fully online on a Student Visa.
To study online from overseas you need to consider that you may need to travel to Australia to attend a UNE campus for some mandatory intensive schools.
Studying on Campus
Whether you are an undergraduate student coming to study in Australia for the first time, a PhD student coming to live here with your family, or you only need short-stay accommodation whilst in Armidale for Intensive Schools, we have the perfect accommodation option for you.
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Why study with us?
The best parts of studying science, and especially mathematics, at UNE were the small class sizes and the relationships we formed with our lecturers.
How to apply
Preparing to apply
You should always provide the details of past or current studies in your application. You may also need to include documents to support your application.
The kind of documents you need will depend on:
- Your preferred course/s
- Your personal circumstances
Preparing to apply
You should always provide the details of past or current studies in your application. You may also need to include documents to support your application.
The kind of documents you need will depend on:
- Your preferred course/s
- Your personal circumstances
Important Dates
Different application methods and courses can have different closing dates. To find your correct application method click the Apply Now button below. Please check the appropriate application website for opening and closing dates.
If you are applying online direct to UNE please see below for application dates.
Intake | Application Closing Date | Trimester Start Date |
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Trimester 1 | 14 February 2025 | 24 February 2025 |
Trimester 2 | 13 June 2025 | 23 June 2025 |
Trimester 3 | 10 October 2025 | 20 October 2025 |