Bachelor of Science


The Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree has led many students into research and a higher degree. It is also an ideal path to a degree in medical science or allied health, or some other postgraduate qualification now offered by many universities. Avondale’s Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree prepares graduates for a large range of careers in science. Students are encouraged to pursue postgraduate study and further research. Our degrees have a strong track record in leading to Masters and Doctoral degrees . There is also strong employment in science- and mathematics-related industries.





Course Code


4045

Duration


Three years full-time or equivalent part-time

Mode of Delivery


On campus (Lake Macquarie)

Accreditation


The Bachelor of Science degree is accredited by the NSW Department of Education and Training.

The CRICOS registration number for the degree is:
Bachelor of Science 057313A

Information for International students.

Entry Requirements


General Admission Requirements for Avondale degree courses. In addition the following requirements apply to specific majors in the BSc:

Biological Science


  1. A HSC Science unit or equivalent and Chemistry Bridging Course, or
  2. Recommendation of the Faculty of Science and Mathematics
  3. HSC Biology or equivalent is recommended.


Chemistry


  1. HSC Chemistry or equivalent, or recommendation of the Faculty of Science and Mathematics, and
  2. HSC Mathematics or equivalent, or recommendation of the Faculty of Science and Mathematics.


Food and Nutrition


  1. A HSC Science unit or equivalent and Chemistry Bridging Course, or
  2. Recommendation of the Faculty of Science and Mathematics, or
  3. HSC Biology or equivalent is recommended.


Information Technology


HSC Mathematics or equivalent is recommended.

Mathematics


Recent HSC Mathematics Extension 1 or equivalent, or recommendation of the Faculty of Science and Mathematics.

Physics


  1. HSC Physics or equivalent, or recommendation of the Faculty of Science and Mathematics, and
  2. HSC Mathematics Extension 1, or equivalent, or recommendation of the Faculty of Science and Mathematics.





Course Information Booklet


For more details on the content of this course please download the following booklet:



Unit Synopsis


The Undergraduate Handbook contains detailed information on each unit.





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Testimonials


‘Science at Avondale gives a unique opportunity for plenty of hands-on experience with group excursions and small classes which provide high interaction with lecturers. It has a great learning environment, which is friendly and interesting, as well as challenging.’ —Dana Mulvany




Careers


Avondale's Science degrees can lead to the following careers
  • Scientific Research
  • Science or Mathematics Teaching
  • Medical Laboratory Science (Pathology)
  • Information Technology
  • Product Development
  • Quality Control
  • Environmental Science
  • Nutrition and Dietetics
  • Industrial Laboratory Science
  • Medicine
  • Public Service
  • Insurance
  • Sales/Management/Marketing





Financial Information


The information provided is a guide but will give you a rough idea as to the costs associated with studying at Avondale. Actual fee amounts vary on the enrolled course and the units that are taken. Please contact us if you have further questions.



FEE-HELP


If you are a domestic full fee-paying student, you may be eligible for FEE-HELP assistance. FEE-HELP is available for most Avondale higher education courses. FEE-HELP is a Commonwealth loan scheme that assists eligible students to defer payment of their tuition fees. FEE-HELP can cover all or part of a student’s tuition fees, up to a lifetime limit of $83,313 (2009). The $83,313 (2009) FEE-HELP limit is indexed each year. A loan fee of 20% applies to FEE-HELP loans for undergraduate courses of study. The FEE-HELP limit does not include the loan fee. No repayment is required until your income exceeds $41,595 (2008-2009 (CPI indexed).

For further details visit www.goingtouni.gov.au.

Scholarships


This scholarship is available to Bachelor of Science students taking the units required for articulation into the Bachelor of Medical Science (Pathology) course at Charles Sturt University.

  • Sydney Adventist Hospital Pathology Department and Avondale Pathology Scholarship Download PDF Form



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