Course Overview

About This Course

Do you have an interest in science and the arts? The University of Notre Dame Australia's double degree in Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Art offers flexibility and cross-disciplinary strength. This degree opens the door to opportunities in various careers if you have diverse interests. You will develop a broad skill-set making you an asset in many workplaces. As part of this double degree, you will undertake placements in areas of employment-related to your studies, which will allow you to make professional contacts and hone your knowledge and skills to become a confident and work-ready graduate!

The Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts double degree gives you the best of both worlds. You will study core interdisciplinary Science courses, including experimental design, mathematics, biology, chemistry and ecology. These courses provide the basis for strong skills in scientific investigation, including data collection and analysis, critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and effective communication. This ensures you will be a versatile graduate. These skills are highly sought after by employers and applicable to many workplaces within and outside the field of Science.

Building on these core Science courses, you will deepen your study of Science by selecting a Science Steam that matches your interests: Biology & Environment, Environment & Heritage, Human & Medical Science, or Multidisciplinary Science. Each Stream ensures in-depth knowledge and skill development through practical hands-on experience in the classroom, the laboratory, and the field.

In the Bachelor of Arts component of this double degree, you will study a Major in an area such as Journalism, Film & Screen Production, Photography, Social Justice, Politics and International Relations, History, or Theatre Studies, which will give you in-depth, specialist knowledge and skills that will allow you to contribute effectively to the cultural and intellectual life of society.

The Arts component will develop your ability to analyse, interpret, deliberate, draw conclusions and communicate. You will be able to consider multiple perspectives and handle ambiguity and uncertainty. These are the skills needed in the 21st-century workplace.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

The University of Notre Dame Australia, Fremantle, Western Australia

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Applicants with recent Secondary Education: Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank* of 70 OR International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 25
Selection Ranks include ATAR plus Adjustment Factors.
Applicants with Higher Education: Successful completion of 4 subjects at an undergraduate level or higher* OR Successful completion of the Notre Dame Tertiary Pathway Program (TPP), or a tertiary preparation program from another institution that is deemed to be of a similar academic rigour to the Notre Dame TPP
Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for credit (Advanced Standing).
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study: Successful completion of AQF Certificate IV or higher from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)
Applicants with Work and Life Experience: Applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since may be considered for direct entry. This includes applicants who have completed Steiner, Montessori or home school curriculums. To qualify, applicants must be 20 years of age as at 1 March in the year of intake and meet one or more of the following:
Applicants who have completed at least two years of relevant work experience may be considered for direct entry. Applicants must provide evidence of their work experience, including duties undertaken and years of experience, and they must demonstrate that they have the academic capability to undertake undergraduate studies. The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) may be required*.
OR Completion of STAT with scores of at least 135 in the Multiple Choice section and 140 in the Written English section*.
OR Completion of two Year 12 WACE, HSC or equivalent exams, with a result equivalent to the Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank listed under Secondary Education section above.
STAT results must have been obtained within the last three calendar years in order to be considered (e.g. for 2024 admission, STAT results obtained in 2023, 2022 or 2021 can be considered).
Experience Based Entry: If you are currently in Year 12 and completing the ATAR, General, VET, or Enabling pathway, you may be eligible to secure a place at Notre Dame University through experience based entry. Mature age applicants can apply by combining their academic background with relevant work experience.
All applicants must also satisfy the Minimum University Admission Requirements, including those relating to minimum age and English Language Proficiency.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Career paths across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors are diverse and depend on the Science Stream and Arts Major you choose. Career opportunities include work as a curator or you can work in science communications, community development, planning and sustainability, journalism, documentary film making, environmental/heritage/communications/public affairs consultancy, conservation, diplomacy, public health, youth work, human rights, policy development, corporate liaison, and research.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units3 units

CORE I

Foundations of Wisdom

Core Curriculum compulsory course

CORE II

Core Curriculum Elective

Electives in philosophy and/or theology; professional embedded electives that integrate studies in a profession with philosophy and/or theology; an option to undertake a pilgrimage embedded in the study of the philosophy and theology of pilgrimage; an option to undertake a course that integrates philosophy & theology with community service and charity work; an option to undertake an elective in philosophy, theology, and the liberal arts contained within an international experience

SCIE3900

Science Internship

Industry placement of at least 225 hours

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What Science Streams can I choose from in this double degree?

You can deepen your study of Science by selecting a Science Stream that matches your interests: Biology & Environment, Environment & Heritage, Human & Medical Science, or Multidisciplinary Science. Each Stream ensures in-depth knowledge and skill development through practical hands-on experience in the classroom, the laboratory, and the field.

What Arts Majors are available in the Bachelor of Arts component?

In the Bachelor of Arts component, you will study a Major in an area such as Journalism, Film & Screen Production, Photography, Social Justice, Politics and International Relations, History, or Theatre Studies, which will give you in-depth, specialist knowledge and skills that will allow you to contribute effectively to the cultural and intellectual life of society.

Is there a practical placement requirement for this double degree?

Yes, you will be required to complete the SCIE3900 Science Internship, which includes an industry placement of at least 225 hours. This allows you to make professional contacts and hone your knowledge and skills to become a confident and work-ready graduate.

How many courses do I need to complete in total for this double degree?

The total number of courses in the double degree is 32, comprising 2 Core Curriculum courses, 8 compulsory Science core courses, 7 Science Stream courses, 8 Arts Major courses, 4 Elective Arts courses, and 2 elective courses (which can be combined with the Arts Elective courses to form a Minor of 6 courses).

Is an Honours award available after completing this double degree?

Yes, an Honours award is available for this program. Further information can be found in the Bachelor of Science (Honours) regulations, or by contacting the School of Arts & Sciences.

Application

How to Apply

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $58,000 to $75,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $75,000 to $95,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $95,000 to $120,000 per year

Career Paths

Environmental ScientistLaboratory Scientist / Medical ScientistResearch ScientistEcologistMicrobiologist

Key Skills

Scientific reasoning and critical thinkingLaboratory techniques and safety protocolsData collection, analysis, and statistical interpretationScientific writing and research report preparationFieldwork and environmental sampling methods

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