University of New England
Bachelor of Science (Botany)
Nationally Recognised Higher Education Constant technological disruption and new discoveries in science influence every aspect of our lives, meaning that there has never been a better time than now to safeguard your future career with scientific knowledge and practical skills. With 17 majors to choose from, UNE’s Bachelor of Science is flexibly delivered by experts in research and teaching. Tailor your degree towards generalist or specialist science, while developing a broad scientific base and refining your abilities in critical analysis and complex problem solving. Our majors span the pure and applied sciences, with specialisation available in traditional disciplines and emerging fields.Delivery mode
University of New England offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- Armidale, NSW
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR 65.00 or equivalent
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Science (Botany) will prepare you for the following roles.
Botanist
A Botanist studies plants of a particular species or a particular geographical area. You might carry out field work and perform tests on a range of...
Conservation Officer
Conservation Officers develop and implement programs to protect our environment and natural resources including agricultural land, forests, fishes,...
Horticulturalist
A Horticulturalist works in a range of different fields to cultivate green areas or help other people select plants. You might work with farmers to...
Plant Biologist
A Plant Biologist studies plant life and its interactions with the environment. You might work in research facilities, universities, or agricultura...
Plant Physiologist
A Plant Physiologist studies the functions and processes of plants, focusing on how they grow, develop, and adapt to their environment. You might w...
Crop Scientist
A Crop Scientist studies and improves crop production and quality. You might work in research institutions, agricultural companies, or government a...
About University of New England
UNE is the highest rated Australian university for student satisfaction.
Canstar Blue awarded UNE ‘Most Satisfied Students’ in the National Universities, Online Universities and NSW Universities categories in 2022. We are also the only Australian public university awarded the maximum 5 stars for Overall Experience 17 years in a row by the Good Universities Guide.
Whether it’s our commitment to teaching quality, the excellent employment outcomes of our graduates, or our reputation for providing exceptional online education, UNE is consistently recognised as a great Australian university.
As Australia’s longest continual provider of distance education, the majority of our 140+ courses are available for study online. It makes sense to trust a university that has an extensive history of helping adults like you become future fit while they study at home.
