Fast facts
Course type: Undergraduate degree
Course length: 3 years
Location: On campus
2013 Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR): 60.00
Guaranteed entry ATAR: 70.00
TAFElink: Certificate 4 or above
Bonus points: Science and Maths, SEAS, RISAS
International students: Entry and English requirements
Course overview
The Bachelor of Science provides strongest foundation for your future in science, offering a range of options.
As well as understanding science, you will learn to appreciate its role in society.
You can choose studies in core sciences such as chemistry, physics, biology and mathematics, as well as options as diverse as computer systems, ecology, evolution and organismal biology, engineering science, environmental hydrology and water resources, information systems, molecular biosciences and microbiology and nanotechnology.
There is also the opportunity to specialise in a range of fields.
Whatever field of science you choose you will develop crucial skills in problem solving, communication and team work.
Extended Majors
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Information Systems
- Mathematics
- Molecular Biosciences and Microbiology
- Physics
Majors
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology
- Engineering Science
- Environmental Hydrology and Water Resources
- Information Systems
- Mathematics
- Molecular Biosciences
- Ocean and Climate Sciences
- Physics
Minors
- Biological Sciences
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Engineering Science
- Environmental Hydrology and Water Resources
- Information System
- Mathematics
- Microbiology
- Physics
- Zoology
Specialisations
Each specialisation has a separate SATAC code. Refer to the following links for further information about the specialisation.
- Animal Behaviour
- Aquaculture
- Biodiversity and Conservation
- Biotechnology
- Clean Technology
- Environmental Science
- Forensic and Analytical Science
- Marine Biology
- Nanotechnology
What will I study?
Refer to the course rule.
Why study Science at Flinders?
The Bachelor of Science at Flinders:
- offers a strong foundation in Science and workplace skills, including problem solving, teamwork, computing and communication
- offers greater flexibility than ever before. Students have the opportunity to major in areas previously available only in specialist degrees and with the introduction of new majors, extended majors, and minors the opportunities have expanded even further
- provides a pathway to further study opportunities.
Professional Recognition/Membership
The Computer Science and Information Systems majors and extended majors are accredited by the Australian Computer Society at the Professional level.
Combined degree options
You can combine this course with the following:
- Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical) l 5 or 5.5 years l SATAC code: 214772
- Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Systems) l 5 years l SATAC code: 214792
- Bachelor of Engineering (Electronics) l 5 years l SATAC code: 214802
- Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Technologies) l 5 years l SATAC code: 224092
- Bachelor of Engineering (Robotics) l 5 years l SATAC code:214782
- Bachelor of Engineering (Software) l 5 years l SATAC code:214602
- Bachelor of Business and Technology l 4 years
- Master of Business and Technology l 5 years
- Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice l 6 years l SATAC code: 214442
- Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice (Honours) l 6 years l SATAC code: 224302
* Note that different extended major, major or minor combinations are available in these combined degrees.
Career opportunities
What can I do with my Bachelor of Science degree?
Study a language
Flinders also offers all students the opportunity to major in a language in conjunction with any undergraduate course. The Diploma in Language is designed to provide students with competence in a chosen language that adds greater portability to their qualifications. You will complete a total of 1 extra year of study and graduate with both your chosen degree and the Diploma in Language. You can apply for this at time of enrolment.
Entry requirements
Prerequisities: None
Domestic students: You can qualify for undergraduate courses through: year 12 qualifications, adult entry (STAT/Bridging Program), TAFE/VET qualification, higher education transfers. Flinders also offers a range of special access schemes. Refer to undergraduate study applications.
International students: Entry and English requirements
Applications and annual fees
| Domestic students | |
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| SATAC code: | 214331 |
| Mid year entry: | Yes |
| Applications: | SATAC Uniweb |
| Annual fees: | Place type: Commonwealth-supported $8,271 |
| International students | |
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| CRICOS code: | 055237B |
| Mid year entry: | Yes |
| Applications: | How to apply |
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Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. Further information: How are these fees calculated?
Credit transfer
Refer to credit transfer for further information.
Related courses
- Bachelor of Science (Honours) - An enhanced program for high achievers
- Bachelor of Science (Honours)
- Bachelor of Education (Middle and Secondary Schooling)/Bachelor of Science
Further study options
Course brochures
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Science & Mathematics (PDF 2MB) |
| International students |
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| eBrochure: Undergraduate international prospectus |
Related links
Australian Council of the Deans of Science
Commonwealth Scientific & Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO)
