BA-SC2 · Swinburne University of Technology · Bachelor degree
Bachelor of Science
Science
- Minimum ATAR
- 65
- Full time
- 3 years
- Part time
- —
- Credit points
- 300
- Campus
- Hawthorn
- Mode
- On campus
Overview
Experiential learning meets industry-relevant skills in the Bachelor of Science. With guaranteed industry experience, lab access in your first year and small, hands-on classes, you’ll be using the tools of your field and building a tightknit cohort from day one.
The Bachelor of Science at Swinburne University covers a range of key scientific skills and knowledge required by current and projected industry needs.
First-year units
Level 1 units every student in this course takes or chooses from.
- COS10022Data Science PrinciplesThis unit aims to introduce students to the key concepts and techniques in data science and Big Data analytics. Students will be introduced to different stages in data analytics and given the opportunity to plan and design data science proj…
- BIO10001Concepts of BiologyThis unit aims to develop an understanding of the fundamentals of biology as well as the structure and function of living organisms, their life processes and diversity. The unit also aims to provide a strong basis for later applications and…
- CHE10001Chemistry 1To provide a diverse range of students an appreciation and understanding of the fundamental concepts of chemistry enabling them to undertake further study in the chemistry, environmental science, biochemistry, and biotechnology majors.
- PHY10001Energy and MotionThis unit of study aims to provide you with an introduction to the physics of energy and motion emphasising their applications and importance for further studies in engineering or physics.
- NPS10003Sustainability Challenges in ScienceThis unit provides an introduction to the application of technical and professional skills to tackle real industry and community problems. The project will introduce students to what science is and the scientific method involved, situating…
- AST10001Discovering the UniverseThis unit aims to develop a conceptual understanding of the Universe and our place in it, with a broad overview of how astronomical observations and data analysis inform that understanding.
- AST10002Earth, Moon, Mars and BeyondThis unit aims to provide an interdisciplinary introduction to astronomy and the space environment, exploring the formation of our solar system, the physics of celestial bodies, and the history of space exploration. Students will engage wit…
- BIO10003Concepts of BiotechnologyTo provide students with an introduction to genetics, molecular biology, tools and applications of biotechnology, biochemistry, applied microbiology and immunology. To provide a strong foundation essential for subjects in the later years of…
And 4 more in the course structure below.
Course structure
Open a major, minor or specialisation to see its units.
Core units
100 cpMajors and units
100 cpApplied Mathematics
100 cp- MTH20014Matrices, Vector Calculus and Complex Analysis12.5 cp
- MTH20015Modelling Nature's Non-Linearity12.5 cp
- MTH20012Series and Transforms12.5 cp
- MTH20016Quantitative Prediction12.5 cp
- MTH30002Differential Equations12.5 cp
- MTH30006Optimisation12.5 cp
- MTH30001Stochastic Modelling12.5 cp
- MTH30003Numerical and Computational Mathematics12.5 cp
Astronomy and Astrophysics
50 cpBiochemistry
100 cp- BIO10003Concepts of Biotechnology12.5 cp
- CHE10002Chemistry 212.5 cp
- BCH20002Introduction to Biochemistry12.5 cp
- BCH20001Biochemistry of Genes and Proteins12.5 cp
- BCH30003Advanced Biochemistry12.5 cp
- ENV30001Environmental Biology12.5 cp
- CHE30006Computational Chemistry: Methods and Applications12.5 cp
- BIO30004Molecular Biotechnology12.5 cp
Biotechnology
100 cp- BIO10003Concepts of Biotechnology12.5 cp
- BCH20002Introduction to Biochemistry12.5 cp
- BIO20002The Microbial World12.5 cp
- BCH20001Biochemistry of Genes and Proteins12.5 cp
- BIO30005Microbes in the Environment12.5 cp
- BCH30003Advanced Biochemistry12.5 cp
- BIO30009Applications of Bioinformatics12.5 cp
- BIO30004Molecular Biotechnology12.5 cp
Chemistry
100 cp- CHE10002Chemistry 212.5 cp
- CHE20006Analytical and Forensic Chemistry12.5 cp
- CHE20009Spectroscopy and Instrumentation12.5 cp
- CHE20008Investigative Organic Chemistry12.5 cp
- CHE30010Inorganic Chemistry12.5 cp
- CHE30005Advanced Analytical Chemistry12.5 cp
- CHE30009Surface and Colloid Chemistry12.5 cp
- CHE30006Computational Chemistry: Methods and Applications12.5 cp
Environmental Science
100 cp- CHE10005Consumer Chemistry and Environmental Impact12.5 cp
- PEH20004Built and Sustainable Communities12.5 cp
- BIO20002The Microbial World12.5 cp
- ENV30003Environmental Management12.5 cp
- PEH20002Food Science12.5 cp
- PEH20006Water Science12.5 cp
- ENV30001Environmental Biology12.5 cp
- BIO30005Microbes in the Environment12.5 cp
Physics
100 cp- PHY10004Electronics and Electromagnetism12.5 cp
- MTH20014Matrices, Vector Calculus and Complex Analysis12.5 cp
- PHY20007Quantum Mechanics and Solid State Physics12.5 cp
- PHY20008Classical Mechanics and Electromagnetism12.5 cp
- PHY30005Physics Research Laboratories12.5 cp
- PHY30003Thermal Physics and Statistical Mechanics12.5 cp
- PHY20004Optics, Relativity and Subatomic Physics12.5 cp
- PHY30004Quantum, Atomic and Optical Physics12.5 cp
Space Technology
62.5 cpWork placement
100 cpCareers
- Forensic scientist
- Sustainability analyst
- Meteorologist and climate modeller
- Pathologist
- Astrophysicist