B-SCNCE v.5 Bachelor of Science (Science)
BSc(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 061600D
Registered full-time Duration:
3 Years
Course Overview
Bachelor Degrees prepare students to develop broad and coherent knowledge and skills in a discipline for professional work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 7 qualifications.
This course enables students to pursue their interest in science by choosing a major from the following list, as well as one stream where listed associated with that major (options shown in brackets): Chemistry (streams: Biological Chemistry; Analytical and Forensic Chemistry; Geochemistry); Coastal and Marine Science; Environmental Biology; Environmental Science; Extractive Metallurgy; Geophysics; Industrial and Applied Mathematics; Financial Mathematics; Mining; Multidisciplinary Science; Physics (streams: Mathematical Physics; Materials Physics; Astrophysics; Environmental Physics); Biochemistry (streams; Chemistry; Environment); Agriculture Science; Food Science; Industrial Optimisation (YUS China students only).
Course Accreditation
The following majors within this course are accredited in Australia by the Australian Institute of Physics: MJRU-PHYSC Physics Major; MJRU-PHYSI Physics Major. The following majors within this course are accredited in Australia by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute: MJRU-CHEMI Chemistry Major (BSc Science); MJRU-BIOCH Biochemistry Major (BSc Science).
Professional Recognition
Graduates of the following majors in Australia may be eligible for membership of the Statistical Society of Australia: MJRU-APMAT Industrial and Applied Mathematics Major (BSc Science); MJRU-FNMAT Financial Mathematics Major (BSc Science). Graduates of the following majors in Australia may be eligible for membership of the Australian Mathematical Society: MJRU-APMAT Industrial and Applied Mathematics Major (BSc Science); MJRU-FNMAT Financial Mathematics Major (BSc Science). Graduates of the following majors in Australia may be eligible for membership of the Operations Research Society of Australia: MJRU-APMAT Industrial and Applied Mathematics Major (BSc Science); MJRU-FNMAT Financial Mathematics Major (BSc Science). Graduates of the following majors in Australia may be eligible for certification by and membership of the Surveying and Spatial Sciences Institute: MJRU-MESUR Mine and Engineering Surveying Major (BSc Science).
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Course Entry and Completion Details
Applicants for a Bachelor Degree are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://study.curtin.edu.au/ and include flexible entry pathways. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.
Please refer to individual majors for specific entry requirements. UniReady is available for those students who do not meet Curtin University entrance requirements. Further study in the Multidisciplinary Science major will meet prerequisites for areas of engineering, science and health. The Industrial Optimisation Major is available through Articulation Agreements to international students only. STAT is only accepted for the Multidisciplinary Science Major (Written English and Multiple Choice Verbal and Quantitative). It may be used to meet University English competency requirements combined with other relevant qualifications. STAT is not accepted for any other major.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm
Credit for Recognised Learning
Professional recognition may be granted depending on the area of interest. Please see the Major of your choice for further details.
Pathway to Further Study
Graduates may qualify for entry to a Bachelor Degree with Honours and some Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas and Master degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au.
Course Switcher Criteria
Curtin course switcher criteria Please see the specific majors for Curtin course switcher criteria. Higher education course switcher criteria Please see the specific majors for other higher education course switcher criteria.
Course Organisation
Bachelor Degrees typically contain a series of units which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences. They may contain a range of majors, streams and/or minors/specialisations for students to choose from to pursue learning in a specialised area of study. Students can take no more than 250 credit points of first year level units.
Students enrolled in Majors with at least 100 credit points of elective units are able to enrol in a Minor course of study from the School of Science or elsewhere in the University. Students articulating from Yanshan University (China) will enrol directly into the Industrial Optimisation Major.
Course Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. gain knowledge and experience in science, learning skills and professional practice and understand the theoretical basis of their chosen area of study.
2. apply scientific principles and methodology to the solving of scientific problems, thinking creatively to develop innovative solutions.
3. access and competently use information technology and a variety of tools to retrieve, manipulate, transform and present data and information.
4. communicate effectively, in writing and orally, using language and visual representation appropriate to purpose and audience.
5. understand the constructs of the scientific method and apply these principles in representative exercises using new technologies.
6. develop independent study and time-management skills that will enhance their learning capabilities in subsequent years of study and their professional life.
7. be aware of the diversity of international perspectives associated with the sciences, and how these impact on practice the practice of science
8. understand and appreciate cultural diversity and how it impacts on the practice of science.
9. display a very high standard of professional behaviour, both independently and as a team member, through the use of ethical practices in the scientific field.
Duration and Availability
This course is three years full-time or equivalent part-time study. All majors and streams within this course are available to international students studying in Australia on a study visa.
Location and delivery Mode
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2021 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2022 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2022 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2021 | Curtin Mauritius | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2021 | Curtin Mauritius | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2021 | Dubai Intern'l Academic City | Trimester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2022 | Dubai Intern'l Academic City | Trimester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2021 | Sri Lanka Inst Info Tech | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2022 | Sri Lanka Inst Info Tech | Semester 1 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||||
| MJRU-FNMAT | v.2 | Financial Mathematics Major (BSc Science) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRU-FOODS | v.1 | Food Science Major (BSc Science) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRU-MNGSC | v.2 | Mining Major (BSc Science) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRU-INDOP | v.2 | Industrial Optimisation Major (BSc Science) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRU-APMAT | v.2 | Industrial and Applied Mathematics Major (BSc Science) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRU-ENSCI | v.3 | Environmental Science Major (BSc Science) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRU-AGSCI | v.1 | Agriculture Science Major (BSc Science) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRU-CHEMI | v.2 | Chemistry Major (BSc Science) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRU-GPHYS | v.3 | Geophysics Major (BSc Science) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRU-EXMET | v.2 | Extractive Metallurgy Major (BSc Science) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRU-MTDSC | v.2 | Multidisciplinary Science Major (BSc Science) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRU-PHYSI | v.3 | Physics Major (BSc Science) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRU-DATSC | v.2 | Data Science Major (BSc Science) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRU-CAMSC | v.2 | Coastal and Marine Science Major (BSc Science) | 600.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MJRU-BIOCH | v.2 | Biochemistry Major (BSc Science) | 600.0 | ||
| 600.0 | |||||
Further Information
Contact the Career Consultant, Faculty of Science and Engineering on (08) 9266 4816, email: careers@curtin.edu.au or visit our website: http://scieng.curtin.edu.au.
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International students
International students studying in Australia on a student visa can only study full-time and there are also specific entry requirements that must be met. As some information contained in this publication may not be applicable to international students, refer to international.curtin.edu.au for further information. Australian citizens, permanent residents and international students studying outside Australia may have the choice of full-time, part-time and external study, depending on course availability and in-country requirements.
