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Course Overview
Explore how the world of science interacts with the commercial sphere and how to build business structures that power scientific innovation with La Trobe's Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Science.
Co-designed with industry leaders, our double degree gives you a multidisciplinary set of skills and knowledge sought after by employers and policymakers – from learning how to successfully manage research and development projects to commercialising intellectual property from a scientific breakthrough.
By completing La Trobe's Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Science, you will:
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
Plenty Rd, Bundoora, Melbourne, Victoria 3086
Student Information
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Eligibility
Domestic students:
Recent secondary education (Year 12)
This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics. Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.
Selection rank adjustments
VCE: A study score of 25 in Biology, any Business, Chemistry, English other than EAL, Environmental Science, Maths: Specialist Mathematics, Physics or Psychology equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 30 in English (EAL) equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.
Higher education, VET and work/life experience applicants
Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
Additional selection information
Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
Some prerequisites for this course can be satisfied by successfully completing specific subjects offered through Unilearn and achieving the minimum overall grade. Further details and minimum overall grade information is available from the La Trobe University Prerequisites page. Applicants who complete Unilearn studies must also submit a copy of their 'Statement of Achievement' and transcript to VTAC.
Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reason for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.
You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you:
Applicants who have undertaken studies in a language other than English must demonstrate that they have achieved the required minimum scores in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic) or equivalent. Refer to Language requirements for further information.
A study score of 25 in any Business, English other than EAL or any Mathematics equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 30 in English (EAL) equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.
International students:
Recent secondary education (Year 12)
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics.
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.
English language requirements
6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.
Career & Study Pathways
After graduation, you could pursue a wide range of specialist careers across business and science. Whether it's finding new treatments for diseases, developing sustainable ways to grow food, pioneering research in AI or building commercial structures that power scientific innovations, you'll be prepared to pursue your dream career. Depending on your major, possible roles include:
Quality & Recognition
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AccreditedCourse Content
Academic Integrity Module
Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education
Big Ideas in Science: Life, the Universe and Everything
Business Analysis and Modelling
Economics for a Changing World
Fundamentals of Finance
Making Sense of Data
Career Options and Professional Identity
Generative Artificial Intelligence for Business
Ideas to Innovation
Introduction to Business and Company Law
Marketing Fundamentals
Contemporary Approaches to Management
Industry Placement
Industry Project
Sustainability
Common Questions
The Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Science is a double degree offered at La Trobe University, allowing students to broaden their career opportunities by pairing a practical commerce degree with a science qualification.
La Trobe University has multiple campus locations across Australia; however, specific campus information for this double degree was not listed on the page. Prospective students are encouraged to contact La Trobe University directly for campus availability details.
Prospective students can apply through La Trobe University's standard application process, which includes options for Year 12 students, non-Year 12 students, and international students. La Trobe also offers early entry and pathway programs, including the Aspire early entry program.
La Trobe University offers a range of scholarships for domestic and international students. Prospective students are encouraged to explore the scholarships section of the La Trobe website for options that may apply to the Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Science.
Application
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Step 03
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