Bachelor of Science (Advanced) 36 months Undergraduate Programme By The University of Adelaide |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

50,800 AUDTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Biological SciencesMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Be a visionary



Love scientific enquiry and research? Aspire to be outstanding in your field? The Bachelor of Science (Advanced) is a distinctive vocational degree for high-achieving students who want to excel in their chosen career.



What will you do?



Our advanced degree challenges you to take your scientific training and research skills to the next level. You will:


  • learn to drive scientific breakthroughs as you join a research-rich institution at the cutting edge of discovery
  • dive straight into life as a researcher with early access to real-world research opportunities usually reserved for honours or postgraduate students
  • link with academic mentors and staff in pioneering research areas, allowing you to establish networks before you graduate
  • build a breadth of experience through lab placements and a semester-long research project
  • work on further projects that can be developed for an honours year and postgraduate study (Masters or PhD).



You’ll design your own degree from a broad range of scientific Majors:


  • Biochemistry
  • Bioinformatics
  • Chemistry
  • Ecology and Environmental Science
  • Evolutionary Biology
  • Experimental and Theoretical Physics
  • Genetics
  • Geology
  • Geology and Earth Resources
  • Geology and Geophysics 
  • Geology and Palaeontology
  • Microbiology and Immunology
  • Nuclear and Radiation Physics**
  • Palaeontology
  • Palaeontology and Evolution
  • Physics
  • Physics and Geophysics
  • Plant Biology
  • Pure and Applied Chemistry
  • Soil Science
  • Theoretical Physics


**Please note the Nuclear and Radiation Physics major is only available to Australian Citizens.


Where could it take you? 



You’ll graduate with enhanced research and project management skills for further study or leadership roles in your chosen specialisation. You could solve global ecology challenges or win the Nobel Prize as a quantum physicist. You might spearhead an entirely new career in space entrepreneurship, genomic editing, or stem cell engineering. Perhaps you’ll communicate science as an educator, politician, or legislator. Whatever you choose, you’ll be prepared to lead the world.



Direct access to industry leaders and paid internship opportunities: The Academy by Deloitte



This degree gives you the opportunity to be part of our new The Academy by Deloitte You’ll be part of a supportive student cohort that learns from one another and industry leaders. Formal and informal experiences will allow you to build relationships within the Deloitte network.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Be a visionary



Love scientific enquiry and research? Aspire to be outstanding in your field? The Bachelor of Science (Advanced) is a distinctive vocational degree for high-achieving students who want to excel in their chosen career.



What will you do?



Our advanced degree challenges you to take your scientific training and research skills to the next level. You will:


  • learn to drive scientific breakthroughs as you join a research-rich institution at the cutting edge of discovery
  • dive straight into life as a researcher with early access to real-world research opportunities usually reserved for honours or postgraduate students
  • link with academic mentors and staff in pioneering research areas, allowing you to establish networks before you graduate
  • build a breadth of experience through lab placements and a semester-long research project
  • work on further projects that can be developed for an honours year and postgraduate study (Masters or PhD).



You’ll design your own degree from a broad range of scientific Majors:


  • Biochemistry
  • Bioinformatics
  • Chemistry
  • Ecology and Environmental Science
  • Evolutionary Biology
  • Experimental and Theoretical Physics
  • Genetics
  • Geology
  • Geology and Earth Resources
  • Geology and Geophysics 
  • Geology and Palaeontology
  • Microbiology and Immunology
  • Nuclear and Radiation Physics**
  • Palaeontology
  • Palaeontology and Evolution
  • Physics
  • Physics and Geophysics
  • Plant Biology
  • Pure and Applied Chemistry
  • Soil Science
  • Theoretical Physics


**Please note the Nuclear and Radiation Physics major is only available to Australian Citizens.


Where could it take you? 



You’ll graduate with enhanced research and project management skills for further study or leadership roles in your chosen specialisation. You could solve global ecology challenges or win the Nobel Prize as a quantum physicist. You might spearhead an entirely new career in space entrepreneurship, genomic editing, or stem cell engineering. Perhaps you’ll communicate science as an educator, politician, or legislator. Whatever you choose, you’ll be prepared to lead the world.



Direct access to industry leaders and paid internship opportunities: The Academy by Deloitte



This degree gives you the opportunity to be part of our new The Academy by Deloitte You’ll be part of a supportive student cohort that learns from one another and industry leaders. Formal and informal experiences will allow you to build relationships within the Deloitte network.

Admission Requirements

95+
13+
1520+
58+
37+
176+
79+
6.5+
13+

Please refer to the website for additional entry requirements.

3 Years
Jul
Feb

Tuition fees

Domestic
8,950 AUD
International
50,800 AUD

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