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Bachelor of Science (NPB003.1)
Please note these are the 2025 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
3.0 years |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Science and Technology | Academic Program Area - Science |
View teaching periods | 368103 |
| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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View requirements | 7 | |
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Commonwealth Support Place (CSP)
Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Research Students
Most domestic Higher Degree by Research students are supported by an Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset Scholarship and are not liable for fees up the standard course duration. Find out more about your eligibility here.
AQF Level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
3.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Science and Technology | Academic Program Area - Science |
View teaching periods | 111524D |
| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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View requirements | 7 | |
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
AQF level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
Go beyond the boundaries of Science
UC’s new Bachelor of Science has been created to help expand your scientific knowledge, while giving you the freedom to explore what you like and discover what you love.
With six specialist majors to choose from, you will be able to self-curate your own study program. The specialist majors include:
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Biomedical science
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Environmental science
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Human movement
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Nutrition studies
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Chemical science
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Biological science
Plus, with room to study eight open electives in areas like Health, Communications, Technology, or Law, you’ll diversify your skillset, broaden or deepen your knowledge base, and increase your employment prospects.
Building on the strong foundational Core Major in Science, you’ll develop a highly-transferrable set of skills that include critical thinking, scientific reasoning, data analysis and communication that’ll stay with you long after graduating. You’ll also undertake scenario-based study, participate in practical work integrated learning opportunities, and use industry-standard lab equipment. These experiences and skills will equip you to solve a range of theoretical and contemporary real-world problems.
Study a Bachelor of Science at UC and you will
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Develop critical thinking and data analysis skills to solve a range of issues on a local or global scale, recognising the importance of entrepreneurship, innovation and work-integrated learning.
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Acquire scientific reasoning, technical, analysis and communication skills.
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Collect scientific data within legal, ethical and social frameworks, with key laboratory, clinical and/or field-based competencies.
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Exhibit breadth of scientific knowledge and technical skills, with a depth in at least one science specialist area. Conduct scientific investigations relevant to a range of disciplines.
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Evaluate current and emerging ethical and cultural issues that arise in contemporary science and exhibit cross-cultural competence and social responsibility.
Work Integrated Learning
Step out of the classroom and into the real-world. Our professional practice units are embedded into this degree and allow you to conduct real life experiments. Work with the latest technologies and/or clinical practices in a range of industry or government settings or explore our own labs by undertaking research projects with support from UC researchers.
Career opportunities
Depend on the specialist area(s) of study but the course can lead to a diverse range of careers, including but not limited to:
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Biomedical scientist
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Pathology scientific officer
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Research officer
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Scientific evaluator
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Environmental manager
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Research scientist
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Environmental scientist
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Natural resources manager
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Policy officer
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Sustainability officer
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STEM teacher (when combined with suitable Education qualification)
Course specific information
The course may also lead to postgraduate studies in science and allied health (including nutrition and physiotherapy).
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means: Year 12 ATAR, other Australian Qualification, work experience, overseas qualification.
Assumed knowledge
Year 12 Biology (T)/Human Biology (T), Chemistry (T) and Mathematical Methods (T) or equivalent.
Periods course is open for new admissions
| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 03 February 2025 | ||
| 2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 28 July 2025 | ||
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 16 February 2026 | ||
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 10 August 2026 | ||
| 2027 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 15 February 2027 | ||
| 2027 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 09 August 2027 |
Credit arrangements
A credit transfer arrangement is available for this course for the following institutions:
Defence Registered Training Organisation
University Of Canberra College
Bachelor of Science (NPB003) | 72 credit points
- Must pass 24 credit points from anywhere in the University, as a breadth major, a breadth minor and/or as individual units.
Note:
- From Sem 1, 2025 unit 12136 Exercise Programming and Prescription for Performance replaces unit 9812 Exercise Programming and Prescription 2
Note:
- From Sem 1, 2025 unit 12134 Exercise Programming and Prescription Fundamentals replaces unit 9811 Exercise Programming and Prescription 1
Note:
- Students should take 10298 unless they plan to complete BM0025 Breadth Major in Health & Movement, in which case they should take 9808 (S1 entry) or 6529 (S2 entry)
- Students must complete 6CP (2 units) aligned with their scientific interests, and must seek approval from the Program Director prior to enrolment. Unapproved units will not be permitted.
- Students must complete 6CP (2 units) aligned with their scientific interests, and must seek approval from the Program Director prior to enrolment. Unapproved units will not be permitted.
- 1. From Sem 2, 2023, students must complete a minimum of 18 credit points (6 units) at Level 3 or higher within their degree.
- 2. Students completing SM0044 Specialist Major in Environmental Science must complete a minimum of 6CP (2 units) of open electives at Level 3, in addition to their required units.
- 3. Students completing SM0080 Specialist Major in Biomedical Science must complete a minimum of 9CP (3 units) of Part B/C units or open electives at Level 3, in addition to their required units.
- 4. Students completing SM0085 Specialist Major in Biological Science must complete a minimum of 6CP (2 units) of Part B units or open electives at Level 3, in addition to their required units.
- 5. Students completing SM0086 Specialist Major in Chemical Science must complete a minimum of 9CP (3 units) of Part B units or open electives at Level 3, in addition to their required units.
- 6. Students completing SM0036 Specialist Major in Human Movement must complete a minimum of 3CP (1 unit) of open electives at Level 3, in addition to their required units.
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - Canberra, Bruce
Year 1
Semester 1
Year 2
Semester 1
Two Open Electives
Two Specialist Major Units
Year 3
Year 1
Semester 1
SM0085 Restricted Choice Part A Unit
Year 2
Semester 2
Open Elective
SM0085 Restricted Choice Part B Unit
Year 3
Semester 1
Two Open Electives
Year 1
Semester 1
SM0080 Restricted Choice Part A Unit
Year 2
Semester 2
SM0080 Restricted Choice Part B Unit
Open Elective
Year 3
Semester 1
Two Open Electives
Semester 2
Two Open Electives
SM0080 Restricted Choice Part C Unit
Year 1
Semester 1
Semester 2
SM0086 Restricted Choice Part A Unit
Open Elective
Year 2
Semester 2
Open Elective
Year 3
Semester 1
Two Open Electives
Semester 2
SM0086 Restricted Choice Part A Unit
Two Open Electives
Year 1
Semester 1
Semester 2
Open Elective
Year 2
Semester 2
Open Elective
Year 3
Semester 1
Two Open Electives
Semester 2
Two Open Electives
Year 1
Semester 1
Year 2
Semester 1
Open Elective
Semester 2
Open Elective
Year 3
Semester 1
Open Elective
Year 1
Year 2
Semester 2
Open Elective
Year 3
Semester 1
Two Open Electives
Year 1
Semester 2
SM0085 Restricted Choice Part A Unit
Year 2
Semester 1
Open Elective
Semester 2
Two Open Electives
SM0085 Restricted Choice Part B Unit
Year 3
Semester 1
Open Elective
SM0085 Restricted Choice Part B Unit
Semester 2
Open Elective
Year 4
Semester 1
Two Open Electives
Year 1
Semester 2
SM0080 Restricted Choice Part A Unit
Year 2
Semester 1
Open Elective
Semester 2
SM0080 Restricted Choice Part B Unit
Two Open Electives
Year 3
Semester 1
Open Elective
Semester 2
Open Elective
SM0080 Restricted Choice Part C Unit
Year 4
Year 1
Semester 2
Open Elective
Year 2
Semester 1
Year 3
Semester 2
Two Open Electives
Year 4
Semester 1
Open Elective
SM0086 Restricted Choice Part A Unit
Year 1
Semester 2
Open Elective
Year 2
Year 3
Semester 1
Two Open Electives
Semester 2
Two Open Electives
Year 4
Semester 1
Two Open Electives
Year 1
Year 2
Semester 1
Open Elective
Year 3
Semester 1
Year 4
Semester 1
Two Open Electives
Course duration
Standard 3 years full time or part-time equivalent. Maximum 10 years from date of enrolment to date of course completion.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| 3. Demonstrate the ability to collect scientific data individually or collaboratively, within legal, ethical and social frameworks, with key laboratory, clinical and/or field-based competencies. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing: Use local Indigenous histories and traditional ecological knowledge to develop and augment understanding of their discipline; communicate and engage with Indigenous Australians in ethical and culturally respectful ways; apply their knowledge to working with Indigenous Australians in socially just ways. |
| 5. Select and apply appropriate practical, conceptual and/or theoretical techniques or scientific tools to conduct scientific investigations relevant to a range of disciplines. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing: Use local Indigenous histories and traditional ecological knowledge to develop and augment understanding of their discipline; communicate and engage with Indigenous Australians in ethical and culturally respectful ways; apply their knowledge to working with Indigenous Australians in socially just ways. |
| 6. Evaluate current and emerging ethical and cultural issues that arise in contemporary science and exhibit cross-cultural competence and social responsibility. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing: Use local Indigenous histories and traditional ecological knowledge to develop and augment understanding of their discipline; communicate and engage with Indigenous Australians in ethical and culturally respectful ways; apply their knowledge to working with Indigenous Australians in socially just ways. |
| 4. Exhibit breadth of scientific knowledge and technical skills, with a depth in at least one science specialist area. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing: Use local Indigenous histories and traditional ecological knowledge to develop and augment understanding of their discipline; communicate and engage with Indigenous Australians in ethical and culturally respectful ways; apply their knowledge to working with Indigenous Australians in socially just ways. |
| 1. Develop critical thinking and data analysis skills to solve a range of theoretical and contemporary real-world problems in local and global contexts, recognising the importance of entrepreneurship, innovation and work-integrated learning. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing: Use local Indigenous histories and traditional ecological knowledge to develop and augment understanding of their discipline; communicate and engage with Indigenous Australians in ethical and culturally respectful ways; apply their knowledge to working with Indigenous Australians in socially just ways. |
| 2. Critically analyse, synthesise and integrate scientific knowledge, literature, data, or arguments for effective communication to a range of audiences. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing: Use local Indigenous histories and traditional ecological knowledge to develop and augment understanding of their discipline; communicate and engage with Indigenous Australians in ethical and culturally respectful ways; apply their knowledge to working with Indigenous Australians in socially just ways. |
Placements requirements
Student may require a police check, working with vulnerable people, current vaccination.
Majors
- Core Major in Science (CM0029)
- Specialist Major in Nutrition Studies (SM0037)
- Specialist Major in Chemical Science (SM0086)
- Specialist Major in Human Movement (SM0036)
- Specialist Major in Environmental Science (SM0044)
- Specialist Major in Biological Science (SM0085)
- Specialist Major in Biomedical Science (SM0080)
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science | BSc |
| Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) | BSc(BiomedicalSc) |
| Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science) | BSc(EnvSc) |
Enrolment data
2023 enrolments for this course by location. Please note that enrolment numbers are indicative only and in no way reflect individual class sizes.
| Location | Enrolments |
|---|---|
| UC - Canberra, Bruce | 27 |
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Current and Commencing Students | Please contact the University Student Centre by Email student.centre@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1300 301 727 |
| Prospective Students | Please email: study@canberra.edu.au or telephone: 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
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