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When you study a science degree, you'll learn how to solve the big problems facing the world, from food security to biotechnology, renewable energy to geosystems, climate change to exploring our expanding universe. Get real experience and practical learning with the most up-to-date technology, and explore the limitless possibilities of the world around you.

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Undergraduate courses

Not sure what to study in science?

The Bachelor of Science is designed so you can explore each of the core majors in your first year. This will help you make an informed decision about which major to study from your second year. If you already know what you want to study, you can explore our majors.

Learn how to think, not what to think. Throughout this course, you will be encouraged to question, explore, and conduct research. The goal is not just to secure a job, but to equip you with the skills and knowledge to make a real difference in the world.

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • 6 years part-time
  • 3 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
077696D

Are you a high-achieving science student ready for a research career?

The Bachelor of Science Advanced (Honours) is designed for students, like you, who know what they want. You'll bypass general science units and get straight into your area of passion, with real-world research projects in authentic research environments.

Challenge yourself from day one of your degree, solve complex problems in your chosen area of specialisation, and be connected with leading researchers with advanced studies in science.

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 4 years full-time

CRICOS
102820D

Single degrees

Combine theory and practice in plant and animal biology across study areas, including conservation, evolutionary biology, food security and biotechnology. Learn from teaching staff at the top of their fields internationally.

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • 6 years part-time
  • 3 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
077696D

Our chemistry degree is widely recognized. You will study analytical, physical, organic, and inorganic chemistry, focusing on nanotechnology, analytical chemistry, and spectroscopy.

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • 6 years part-time
  • 3 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
077696D

Explore the forefront of climate science and make a meaningful impact on the future of our planet by acquiring sought-after skills in data analysis, problem-solving, and communication.

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • 6 years part-time
  • 3 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
077696D

Our society and progress depend on how we understand and live on our planet. This major involves industry-related, hands-on field, laboratory, and modeling work to identify solutions to critical issues affecting the health of our planet.

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • 6 years part-time
  • 3 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
077696D

Develop the skills to engage in environmental planning and management, addressing global issues such as climate change and wildlife conservation.

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • 6 years part-time
  • 3 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
077696D

Spend significant time conducting laboratory experiments and engaging in research. Study options cover lasers and optics, medical physics, astrophysics, and more.

Duration
  • 3 years full-time
  • 6 years part-time
  • 3 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
077696D

Contribute to solutions for global challenges such as food security, energy and species extinction. Advanced learning in laboratories alongside staff at the top of their research fields from your first semester.

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 4 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
102820D

Our chemistry degree is known and respected. Study analytical, physical, organic and inorganic chemistry with a focus on nanotechnology, analytical chemistry and spectroscopy.

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 4 years full-time

CRICOS
102820D

Gain the knowledge for careers in the resource, environmental or research sectors through a blend of current research issues, theory and hands-on field, lab and industry work.

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 4 years full-time

CRICOS
102820D

Develop the skills to undertake environmental planning and management, and tackle global issues such as climate change and wildlife conservation.

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 4 years full-time

CRICOS
102820D

Spend significant time doing lab experimental work and undertake research throughout your studies. Study options include lasers and optics, nanotechnology, medical physics, astrophysics and more.

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 4 years full-time

CRICOS
102820D

Double degrees

Study the relationship between the natural and the constructed environment for a rewarding career in building sustainable community spaces.

Duration
  • 5.5 years full-time
  • 5.5 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
116500E

Design urban environments, informed by science, with positive impacts on human health, environmental quality, social relationships and urban systems.

Duration
  • 5 years full-time
  • 5 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
116501D

Combine engineering and science for roles in energy consultancy, environmental engineering, medical engineering or natural resource management.

Duration
  • 5 years full-time
  • 5 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
084924E

Combine science and law to work as a barrister, intellectual property lawyer or inventor, or in areas including trade secrets, genetic modification and environmental law disputes.

Duration
  • 5.5 years full-time
  • 5.5 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
083029M

Combine science and business for roles such as a laboratory manager, venture capitalist financier, or project manager for a firm taking scientific research to the marketplace.

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 8 years part-time
  • 4 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
078352J

The Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Data Science double degree provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary education that merges the realms of science and data science. This four-year program equips students with the skills to extract valuable insights from data, bridging scientific knowledge with advanced data analysis techniques.

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 4 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
115277D

Combine science with games and interactive environments, and use virtual reality and gaming technology to tackle issues such as the environmental impacts of mining.

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 4 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
092649G

Combine science and IT for roles including scientific modeller, software developer, scientific programmer and computational scientist.

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 8 years part-time
  • 4 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
080489G

Combine science and mathematics for roles in natural resources, genetics, infection and disease control, bioinformatics, or physical measuring and imaging techniques.

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 4 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
078353G

Vertical double degrees

Bring your passion for STEM to the teaching profession and inspire the next generation with our vertical double degree, Bachelor of Science/Master of Teaching (Secondary).

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 8 years part-time
  • 4 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
  • Kelvin Grove
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
  • Kelvin Grove

CRICOS
103173M

Bring your passion for STEM to the teaching profession and inspire the next generation with our vertical double degree, Bachelor of Science/Master of Teaching (Secondary).

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 8 years part-time
  • 4 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
  • Kelvin Grove
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
  • Kelvin Grove

CRICOS
103173M

Bring your passion for STEM to the teaching profession and inspire the next generation with our vertical double degree, Bachelor of Science/Master of Teaching (Secondary).

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 8 years part-time
  • 4 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
  • Kelvin Grove
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
  • Kelvin Grove

CRICOS
103173M

Bring your passion for STEM to the teaching profession and inspire the next generation with our vertical double degree, Bachelor of Science/Master of Teaching (Secondary).

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 8 years part-time
  • 4 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
  • Kelvin Grove
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
  • Kelvin Grove

CRICOS
103173M

Bring your passion for STEM to the teaching profession and inspire the next generation with our vertical double degree, Bachelor of Science/Master of Teaching (Secondary).

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 8 years part-time
  • 4 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
  • Kelvin Grove
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
  • Kelvin Grove

CRICOS
103173M

This vertical double degree is designed for individuals with a strong interest in science and who want to develop advanced skills in data science. In this degree, you will gain a solid foundation in science and statistics, and deepen your knowledge in your chosen science major.

Duration
  • 4 years full-time
  • 8 years part-time
  • 4 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
116998G

Honours

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • 2 years part-time
  • 1 year full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
080487J

A postgraduate science course offers you the opportunity to further your knowledge in well-established and emerging areas in the field. Postgraduate courses provide a practical foundation for both research and professional employment opportunities. Your course will gain you access to personal research mentors and high level skills in your discipline area. Personalise your course by designing and undertaking advanced course work units and experimental programs to ultimately demonstrate your advanced capabilities.

Postgraduate courses

Graduate diplomas

Pursue a career as a medical physicist, health physicist or bio-engineer or continue onto a Master of Applied Science.

Duration
  • 1 year full-time
  • 2 years part-time
  • 1 year full-time
  • 2 years part-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
020315D

Masters

Further your career in the medical and health physics discipline with a course that deals with well-established and emerging areas including clinical measurement, medical imaging, and radiological imaging sciences.

Duration
  • 1.5 years full-time
  • 3 years part-time
  • 1.5 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point

CRICOS
043548G

Build your research skills with a university-wide postgraduate degree while setting yourself up for the opportunity to advance to a PhD.

Duration
  • 1.5 - 2 years full-time
  • 4 years part-time
  • 2 years full-time
Delivery
  • External
  • Gardens Point
  • Kelvin Grove
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
  • Kelvin Grove

CRICOS
095410G

Doctoral

Duration
  • 3 - 4 years full-time
  • 4 years full-time
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
  • Kelvin Grove
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
  • Kelvin Grove

CRICOS
006367J

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