Bachelor of Scientific Studies

In a rapidly changing world, there has never been a better time to expand your understanding of science and technology. UNE’s Bachelor of Scientific Studies is designed to provide you with broad scientific background to assist with future employment or to pursue further study. It is also a pathway to transition to a specialised science-based degree if you do not have an educational background in science. Our course encourages the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as skills for communication and lifelong learning, allowing you to apply these skills to your specific field of interest. With an adaptable skill set you will be ready to respond to the challenges and opportunities in any career.
UNE’s Bachelor of Scientific Studies is a unique course that allows you to develop your theoretical understanding and laboratory experience in basic science and gain high level skills in a specialised study stream. Our course is ideal if you want to develop the knowledge required for admission to a specialised science-based degree, or you want to build on your skills in a particular discipline before commencing a specialised postgraduate course. UNE’s course, delivered flexibly online and on campus, equips you with a solid academic foundation in the basic sciences and allows you to specialise in an area of interest to you. Our structured study streams have been carefully tailored to each discipline to ensure that you attain the introductory applied skills and knowledge relevant to each field. Choose the direction that best suits your study plans, with streams in Agriculture, Computer Science, Exercise and Sports Science and Clinical Exercise Physiology, Health Science (Biomedical Science and Pharmacy) and Science (including Environmental Science, Geoscience and Zoology). Start to future proof your career in the rapidly-changing world of science and technology, by honing transferrable skills in critical thinking, problem solving and communication.