Bachelor of Science for 2013

At a glance

Major study areas  
2013 Handbook entry 

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Science is a transportable qualification that offers a prestigious standing with employers worldwide. Once you graduate, you will have the skills necessary for employment in a range of scientific and non-scientific fields including within government, education, the private sector, research institutes, business services, allied health and pharmaceutical science, banking and finance, environmental consulting, manufacturing industries and research to name just some of them. As a scientist you offer an employer excellent technical skills and scientific knowledge, a capacity for critical thinking, an attention to detail, and an interest in scientific theory and issues as they relate to society. Because of these skills you can expect to experience transition across occupations throughout your career, so keep an open mind and your future will be bright.

Graduates will be well prepared for the Graduate Australian Medical School Admissions Test (GAMSAT) and for a range of graduate study options including medicine, veterinary science, dentistry, occupational health, and nutrition and dietetics.

Professional recognitions

Australian

Accreditation by the Australian Psychological Society (Monash APS psychology program)

Certified chemist status with the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (students who complete double-major sequence in chemistry are eligible)

Graduate membership of the Australian Institute of Physics (students who complete an approved major sequence in physics, plus required units in mathematics are eligible)

Why study Bachelor of Science?

Science is a way of life. Science graduates have diverse and interesting careers - ranging from traditional areas that spring from a traditional knowledge base to new roles that are still being defined. Not all science graduates become scientists - the transferrable skills and methodology developed through your degree provide a springboard to any career where critical thinking, the ability to analyse and investigate new information, a commitment to lifelong learning and evidenced-based decision making are valued.

You experience flexibility and choice from day one. Your options range from cutting-edge theoretical and applied science to new interdisciplinary fields. The Bachelor of Science is an internationally recognised qualification that you can tailor to suit your interests and talents. If you're uncertain about which area of science you like best, you can try a bit of everything and select your area of specialisation at second year (with the help of experienced course advisors if you need them).

In your first year, along with studying a mathematics/statistics unit, you choose a range of subjects to ensure breadth of science studies. Areas such as chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics and statistics, and geosciences sit alongside innovative subjects like Earth to cosmos, introductory astronomy, environmental biology, natural hazards and human vulnerability, psychology and computer programming. Throughout the course you can focus entirely on science or you can pursue complementary interests outside science with the free elective component of the degree.

At Clayton, there are 21 areas of study and 35 different major sequences to choose from. If you choose to study at our Gippsland campus, you could major in any of the 10 specialist areas. We also offer this course in Malaysia - find out more about the Bachelor of Science at our Sunway campus.

You'll also gain a firm foundation in generic skills like quantitative literacy, data analysis, information literacy, problem solving, critical thinking, communication and presentation skills, and the capacity to work in teams.

In addition to the formal requirements of the course we want you to get the most out of your studies and offer you opportunities to take part in extra curricular activities. We hold events and forums to ensure you're always in the loop. You can attend information sessions about developments in science and research, career evenings, take part in volunteering opportunities to hone your skills, or just immerse yourself in the academic environment by making the most of all that is on offer.

Entry requirements

Clearly in ATAR score (2013):

  • 82 (Clayton)
  • 77.45 (Gippsland)

View entry requirements and applications for domestic students

Duration

3 years full-time
6 years part-time

Fees for 2013

Fees are subject to change annually.

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
Average annual student contribution
$ 8,000 AUD
Note: see information on how average fee is calculated.

From 1 January 2012 all students pay a Student Services and Amenities fee each calendar year.

Note: Fees for courses offered in Malaysia and South Africa will differ from those shown here.

Intakes

First Semester (March), Second Semester (July)

Attendances

  • On-campus at Clayton: full-time, part-time
  • On-campus at Gippsland: full-time, part-time
  • On-campus at Malaysia: full-time, part-time
  • Off-campus: full-time, part-time

Note: attendances for courses offered in Malaysia and South Africa will differ from those shown here.

Faculty

Faculty of Science

Course code: 0050

CRICOS code: 017092G

Find out more

Enquire now   Apply now   Entry requirements   Clayton Campus
Email:sci-enquiries@monash.edu
Telephone: + 61 3 9905 4604
Mail address: Faculty of Science, Monash University, Victoria 3800 Australia
Gippsland Campus
Email: scieng-gippsland@monash.edu
Postal Address
School of Applied Sciences and Engineering
Faculty of Science
Monash University Gippsland Campus
Northways Road
Churchill
Victoria 3842
Australia
Reception
Tel: +61 3 990 26453 or +61 3 512 26453
Fax: +61 3 990 26738 or +61 3 512 26738
Sunway Campus
Email: scienceinquiries.musc@monash.edu
Phone: +(603) 5514 6186
Location: Building C2, Level 5

Entry requirements

View entry requirements and applications for international students

Duration

3 years full-time

Fees for 2013

Fees are subject to change annually.

International fee per 48 credit points
48 credit points represents a standard full-time course load for a year
$ 31,000 AUD

From 1 January 2012 all students pay a Student Services and Amenities fee each calendar year.

Note: Fees for courses offered in Malaysia and South Africa will differ from those shown here.

Intakes

First Semester (March)

Attendances

  • On-campus at Clayton: full-time
  • On-campus at Gippsland: full-time
  • On-campus at Malaysia: full-time
  • Off-campus: full-time, part-time

Note: attendances for courses offered in Malaysia and South Africa will differ from those shown here.

Faculty

Faculty of Science

Course code: 0050

CRICOS code: 017092G

Find out more

Enquire now   Apply now   Entry requirements  

International Student Enquiries

Telephone: +61 3 9903 4788
Email: study@monash.edu

Malaysia Student Enquiries

Telephone: +60 3 5514 6000
Email: info@monash.edu.my

Double degree options

Admissions information for domestic students

Entry requirements

Minimum entrance requirements

Equivalent Australian Year 12.

Minimum entrance requirements for non-school-leavers

TAFE Diploma graduates

To be considered, applicants who have completed VCE or its equivalent and who are applying with a science-based diploma will require a minimum average result of at least 60%

Applicants who have not completed VCE but have completed a science-based diploma will require a minimum average results of at least 70%

TAFE Certificate IV graduates

Science-based certificate IV level studies will be considered where the applicant has average results of 80% or above. For applicants who have also completed VCE, both qualifications will be considered. No credit is granted for these studies.

University

Two single units satisfy minimum entry requirements, but more units may be useful for selection, especially in science areas. Applicants should have at least a 60% average in their studies.

Studies must have been completed within a five years of intended commencement.

VCE prerequisites

Units 3 and 4-one of biology, chemistry, mathematical methods (CAS), physics, geography, psychology or specialist mathematics, and a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English.

International Baccalaureate subject prerequisites

  • One of biology (any), chemistry (any), geography (any), mathematics SL, further mathematics SL, mathematics HL, physics (any) or psychology (any), and
  • A score of at least 4 in English SL or 3 in English HL or 5 in English B SL or 4 in English B HL).

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

Entry scores

Qualification Clayton Gippsland Malaysia
2013 ATAR clearly in for CSP 82 77.45 Contact us

Applications

Semester one (March)

Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre.

Applicants for the Malaysia campus should apply directly to the campus. More information can be found by visiting the campus website

Semester two (July)

Apply now (online or by mail)

Applications for this course are made directly to the Faculty. Contact information can be found by visiting the Monash faculties website

Application forms for off campus (distance education) studies can be accessed online. The forms are then submitted to the faculty.

Applicants for the Malaysia campus should apply directly to the campus. More information can be found by visiting the campus website

Admissions information for international students

Entry requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for non-school-leavers

TAFE Diploma graduates

To be considered, applicants who have completed VCE or its equivalent and who are applying with a science-based diploma will require a minimum average result of at least 60%

Applicants who have not completed VCE but have completed a science-based diploma will require a minimum average results of at least 70%

TAFE Certificate IV graduates

Science-based certificate IV level studies will be considered where the applicant has average results of 80% or above. For applicants who have also completed VCE, both qualifications will be considered. No credit is granted for these studies.

University

Two single units satisfy minimum entry requirements, but more units may be useful for selection, especially in science areas. Applicants should have at least a 60% average in their studies.

Studies must have been completed within a five years of intended commencement.

VCE prerequisites

Units 3 and 4-one of biology, chemistry, mathematical methods (CAS), physics, geography, psychology or specialist mathematics, and a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English.

International subject prerequisites

Yr 12 or equivalent

International Baccalaureate subject prerequisites

  • One of biology (any), chemistry (any), geography (any), mathematics SL, further mathematics SL, mathematics HL, physics (any) or psychology (any), and
  • A score of at least 4 in English SL or 3 in English HL or 5 in English B SL or 4 in English B HL).

English requirements for international students

IELTS 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

Entry scores

2013 international qualification entry requirements and scores for this course are available from the Undergraduate Qualifications Database.

Qualification Clayton Gippsland Malaysia
A Level GCE (Click on the Undergraduate Qualifications Database link above for details on how the A-Level score is calculated.) 8

Applications

Semester one (March)

Current VCE or IB students studying in Victoria should apply online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre

Applications are made directly to the University and can be made online via International Recruitment Services.

Applicants for the Malaysia campus should apply directly to the campus. More information can be found by visiting the campus website

Semester two (July)

Queries in regard to applications for this course should be directed to International Recruitment Services.

Enrolment obligation

International students enrolling in a CRICOS-registered course can study no more than 25% of their course by distance and/or online learning. Students cannot enrol exclusively in distance and/or online learning study in any compulsory study period. See standard 9.4 of The National Code 2007.

Major study areas

For more information on the areas of study in Science please refer to the

Undergraduate Handbook webpage