Bachelor of Science

Federation University Australia

CRICOS Institution Code 00103D

Duration

156 weeks

Delivery

On-campus / Online

Study Load

On-campus / Online

Intakes

Semester 1, 2027 (1 March 2027) | Semester 2, 2027 (26 July 2027)

Course Overview

About This Course

This course provides you with a wide variety of major and minor study areas to choose from based on your interests and career aspirations.

Apply for our Bachelor of Science and study a generalised first year, with the flexibility to choose from a wide range of major and minor study areas :

Biochemistry
Cell Biology Major
Chemistry
Ecology
Environmental Restoration
Laboratory Bioscience
MicrobiologyAccelerate your career with Co-op. This course also provides you with real experience in your chosen profession through our Co-operative Model. Please see the Placement section for more details.

All online students will be required to attend on campus block labs and field trips.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

470 Bourke Street, MELBOURNE, VIC 3000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

9537

Duration

156 weeks

Intakes

Semester 1, 2027 (1 March 2027) | Semester 2, 2027 (26 July 2027)

Study Mode

On-campus / Online

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic Students:
Entry requirements (year 12)
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any English;
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in one of any Mathematics or any Science.

Entry requirements (non year 12)
Admission criteria for applicants with a Higher Education Study

Previous higher education studies with results at a pass level, including any 'single subjects of study', or successful completion of a tertiary preparatory course such as the Federation Access Studies Program (FAST).

Admission criteria for applications with a Vocational Education and Training study

Successful completion of a VET qualification at Certificate III level or higher.

Admission criteria for applications with work and life experience

Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies will not be eligible for entry into this course. Applicants in this category should consider a pathway course such as Federation Access Studies (FAST) Program

English language requirements
Overall Academic IELTS band score of 6.0, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent

International Students:
Academic entry requirements
Successful completion of Australian Year 12 with one final year course in Mathematics (any) or one final year
course of either Chemistry, Biology or Physics or overseas equivalent.

English language requirements
Overall Academic IELTS band score of 6.0, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent

ATAR
Guaranteed ATAR Score 60

Applicable to onshore international students applying for undergraduate/bachelor degree programs only.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Biochemistry

Laboratory analyst
Product sales Cell Biology
Pharmaceutical sales
Medical science liaison
Genetic counselling Chemisty
Laboratory analysis
Environmental chemistry
Quality assurance
Lab equipment specialist Ecology
Catchment & land management authorities
Local councils
Government agencies
Environmental consultants Environmental Restoration
Catchment & land management authorities
Local councils
Government agencies -Environmental consultants Laboratory Bioscience
Biotechnology research
Laboratory technician
Lab equipment specialist
Product representative Microbiology
Food quality and safety
Regulatory compliance

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units7 units

SCBIO1001

Principles of Biology

SCCHM1001

Chemistry 1

SCCOR1200

Scientific Communication

SCCOR1300

Scientific Practice

COOPS1001

Professional Identity (Science)

COOPS2011

Co-operative Placement 1 (Science)

COOPS2012

Co-operative Placement 2 (Science)

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find more information about the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) at Federation University?

Federation University Australia offers the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours), however the detailed course information was not available on the page at the time of retrieval. It is recommended to contact Federation University directly via phone at 1800 FED UNI (1800 333 864) or through their official website for full course details.

How can I apply for the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) at Federation University?

Prospective students can apply through the Federation University Australia website using the Apply link, or contact the university directly at 1800 FED UNI (1800 333 864) for domestic enquiries or via the international contact page for overseas applicants.

Is Federation University Australia a registered higher education provider?

Yes, Federation University Australia is a registered higher education provider with CRICOS provider number 00103D, RTO code 4909, and TEQSA PRV12151 Australian University status, and holds ABN 51 818 692 256.

Application

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Step 02

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Step 03

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$58,000 – $75,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$75,000 – $95,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$95,000 – $120,000/yr

Career Paths

Environmental Scientist
Laboratory Scientist / Medical Scientist
Research Scientist
Ecologist
Microbiologist

Key Skills

Scientific reasoning and critical thinking
Laboratory techniques and safety protocols
Data collection, analysis, and statistical interpretation
Scientific writing and research report preparation
Fieldwork and environmental sampling methods

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Bachelor of Science

About This Course

Available Locations

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Entry Requirements

Where this takes you

Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Apply

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