This course is tailored for aspiring scientists eager to address global challenges such as pandemics, climate change, and antibiotic resistance. Choose the UTS Bachelor of Science to become a leader in creating a resilient future for humanity and the planet.
The course offers unparalleled flexibility, with eight majors and a variety of electives allowing you to customise your educational journey. Starting with a foundational 'scientist's toolkit', you'll learn to critically apply scientific solutions to worldwide issues.
Environmental Sciences Major:
This major combines terrestrial, marine and urban biology subjects, equipping students with a broad skill set that prepares them to respond to pressing environmental challenges. Course content combines theoretical learning and lab-based pracs with extensive fieldwork opportunities in locations such as the Blue Mountains, Manly Dam and Royal National Park. Students develop a strong focus on ecosystem preservation, with subjects that emphasise urban resilience, Australian wildlife conservation, environmental protection and management, and molecular biology – an emerging priority area in environmental conservation.
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Delivery mode
This course is available in the following study modes:
Locations
1 Broadway, Haymarket 2007
15 Broadway, Ultimo 2007
2 Blackfriars St, Chippendale 2008
Entry Requirements
You must meet ALL of the following requirements:
Completed Diploma (AQF Level 5) or its equivalent.
Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR score 73.85 or equivalent.
IELTS score of 6.50 or TOEFL iBT score of 79.00 or PTE score of 58.00 or its equivalent.
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics; any two units of English.
At least two units of science relevant to the individual discipline chosen is recommended; HSC Mathematics Extension 1 is recommended for those majoring in mathematics.
Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is:
- Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0
- TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
Assumed knowledge
Mathematics; any two units of English.
At least two units of science relevant to the individual discipline chosen is recommended; HSC Mathematics Extension 1 is recommended for those majoring in mathematics.
Course fees
Course fee
$28,675
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