Advanced Science

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The Bachelor of Science (Advanced Science Program) gives students the opportunity to work together on group projects and gain early experience in research and research management. Opportunities are provided for a range of industrial placements, as well as political and governmental agency internships.

High-performing science students will find the program a challenging and rewarding experience, with the option of fast-tracking to complete your Honours degree in three and a half years.

Course Structure

Level 1At level 1 you will complete a foundation package in your broad area of interest (physical sciences, earth sciences, biological sciences, human and behavioural sciences, or mathematics and computer sciences) in addition to a group project.

Level 2 and 3
In levels 2 and 3, you will complete at least one science major from those below:
Anatomy and human biology, Anthropology, Applied mathematics, Archaeology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Botany, Cell physiology, Chemical physics, Chemistry, Computer science, Conservation biology, Environmental chemistry, Environmental geoscience, Environmental management, Environmental microbiology, Genetics, Geography, Geology, Human movement and exercise science, Information technology applications, Information technology systems, Land and water management, Linguistics, Marine and coastal management, Marine biology, Materials chemistry, Mathematical sciences, Mathematical statistics, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physics, Physiology, Psychology, Pure mathematics, Soil science, Zoology.

You will also complete a research project and a placement in a University overseas.

To continue the program and to qualify for the award you must achieve a weighted average of at least 80% at level 1 and 2, and 75% at level 3. The degree is awarded with Honours, which you complete in your fourth year (enriched program).

The accelerated program allows you to complete the degree (including Honours) in 3.5 years, in selected majors.

Detailed course information can be found at: www.science.uwa.edu.au/for/undergrad

Duration of course

Bachelor of Science (Advanced Science Program), including Honours: 3.5 years full time (accelerated program); 4 years full time (enriched program).

Career Prospects

A wide range of career options in science administration, science policy and management, with the option of continuing further in research in the major area undertaken in the program.