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Bachelor of Science - Advanced Science
University of Western Sydney (UWS)
Bachelor Degree (Pass)
| Campus | ATAR Cutoff | Mid Year Intake? | Study Mode | Entry Requirements | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campbelltown | 92^ | No | Full-time internal | Year 12 or equivalent; Assumed knowledge: At least 2 units of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics; minimum ATAR of 90.00. |
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| Hawkesbury | 90^ | No | Full-time internal | ||
| Parramatta | 93^ | No | Full-time internal | ||
Course Description
Students in the Bachelor of Science (Advanced Science) may follow any of the study programs set out for the Bachelor of Science, including Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Forensic Science, Mathematical Science, Nutrition and Food Science, and Zoology. The Advanced component includes specialised advanced coursework, extension activities and fundamental research training.
Subjects you can Study
Biological science; Chemistry; Environmental science; Forensic science; Mathematical science; Nutrition and food science; Zoology
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Bachelor Degree (Pass)
Duration
Campbelltown
- Full-time internal = 3 years
Hawkesbury
- Full-time internal = 3 years
Parramatta
- Full-time internal = 3 years
Structure
240 total credit points. The advanced program in the Bachelor of Science follows the same basic course structure as the usual Bachelor of Science.
Entry Requirements
Year 12 or equivalent; Assumed knowledge: At least 2 units of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics; minimum ATAR of 90.00.
Study Pathways
An additional Honours year (or part-time equivalent) is also available to meritorious students.
Comments
To maintain their enrolment in the Bachelor of Science (Advanced Science) students must maintain an overall credit average, otherwise they will be transferred to the corresponding standard Bachelor of Science.
How does this course perform?
How do study fields for Bachelor of Science - Advanced Science at University of Western Sydney (UWS) perform?
Environmental studies
Who is studying Environmental studies at University of Western Sydney (UWS)
| 28 | 0 | 0% | 0% | 71% |
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What Environmental studies graduates from University of Western Sydney (UWS) say
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Health services and support
Who is studying Health services and support at University of Western Sydney (UWS)
| 1,189 | 10 | 53% | 16% | 83% |
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Mathematics
Who is studying Mathematics at University of Western Sydney (UWS)
| 40 | 0 | 0% | 0% | 65% |
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Where do Mathematics graduates from University of Western Sydney (UWS) go
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Sciences
Who is studying Sciences at University of Western Sydney (UWS)
| 2,548 | 90 | 29% | 14% | 82% |
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What Sciences graduates from University of Western Sydney (UWS) say
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Life after Study
Environmental studies
Where are graduates that studied Environmental studies at University of Western Sydney (UWS)?
| 0% | 0% | 100% | 0% |
| Public sector | Private practice | Private industry | Working overseas |
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Health services and support
Where are graduates that studied Health services and support at University of Western Sydney (UWS)?
| 53% | 7% | 33% | 0% |
| Public sector | Private practice | Private industry | Working overseas |
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Mathematics
Where are graduates that studied Mathematics at University of Western Sydney (UWS)?
| 0% | 0% | 67% | 0% |
| Public sector | Private practice | Private industry | Working overseas |
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Sciences
Where are graduates that studied Sciences at University of Western Sydney (UWS)?
| 23% | 8% | 65% | 0% |
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