Online Science Degree :: Accredited Universities

This course enables students to study towards science and science education career options supported by the School of Environmental and Life Sciences. This course offers flexibility and diversity with a focus on gaining professional experience, whether as a biologist, spatial scientist, science educator, chemist or in other science fields. Students can study externally or internally and may choose to integrate studies from a variety of areas outside of traditional science disciplines into their science degree. A range of options for pathways to courses offered by Flinders University, James Cook University and Australian National University are also available.

Graduates are equipped to demonstrate and apply an understanding of their chosen areas of science, including concepts, theories and principles to practise in real situations. Students also become effective problem solvers able to think globally, apply logical and critical thinking, and to apply an understanding of scientific and technological factors and to consider issues from various cultural, economic and other societal perspectives.

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Science is a way of life. Science graduates have diverse and interesting careers - ranging from traditional areas that spring from a traditional knowledge base to new roles that are still being defined. Not all science graduates become scientists - the transferrable skills and methodology developed through your degree provide a springboard to any career where critical thinking, the ability to analyse and investigate new information, a commitment to lifelong learning and evidenced-based decision making are valued.

You experience flexibility and choice from day one. Your options range from cutting-edge theoretical and applied science to new interdisciplinary fields. The Bachelor of Science is an internationally recognised qualification that you can tailor to suit your interests and talents. If you're uncertain about which area of science you like best, you can try a bit of everything and select your area of specialisation at second year (with the help of experienced course advisors if you need them).

In your first year, along with studying a mathematics/statistics unit, you choose a range of subjects to ensure breadth of science studies. Areas such as chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics and statistics, and geosciences sit alongside innovative subjects like Earth to cosmos, introductory astronomy, environmental biology, natural hazards and human vulnerability, psychology and computer programming. Throughout the course you can focus entirely on science or you can pursue complementary interests outside science with the free elective component of the degree.

At Clayton, there are 21 areas of study and 35 different major sequences to choose from. We also offer this course in Malaysia - find out more about the Bachelor of Science at our campus there.

You'll also gain a firm foundation in generic skills like quantitative literacy, data analysis, information literacy, problem solving, critical thinking, communication and presentation skills, and the capacity to work in teams.

In addition to the formal requirements of the course we want you to get the most out of your studies and offer you opportunities to take part in extra curricular activities. We hold events and forums to ensure you're always in the loop. You can attend information sessions about developments in science and research, career evenings, take part in volunteering opportunities to hone your skills, or just immerse yourself in the academic environment by making the most of all that is on offer.

Entry Requirements

Equivalent Australian Year 12.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

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The Master's of Science program in the Faculty of Science may be undertaken in the principal areas of research offered by the faculty, including: applied sciences, biological sciences, chemistry, geosciences, mathematical sciences, atmospheric sciences and physics.

The thesis should offer a significant contribution to knowledge in the discipline concerned and demonstrate the student's capacity to carry out independent research. The length of the thesis may vary across disciplines, but should not normally exceed 50,000 words.

Entry Requirements

Either a bachelors degree requiring at least four years of full-time study, and which normally includes a research component in the fourth year, leading to an honours degree class I, IIA or upper IIB (with an overall mark of at least 65 or above) level; or

a course leading to a level rated by the relevant school, faculty and central university committees as equivalent to an honours class I, IIA or upper IIB (with an overall mark of at least 65 or above) degree; or

a masters degree that entails work, normally including a significant research component, at least equivalent to an honours degree (a 'significant research component' in a masters degree will vary from discipline to discipline). It is normally expected that at a minimum, a grade of upper IIB (with an overall mark of at least 65 or above) has been obtained for the research thesis or project. Where ungraded, examiners' reports will be taken into account; or

have qualifications which in the opinion of the committee/s are deemed equivalent.

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The course provides students with a broad, general science education, as well as specialist training in one or more science disciplines. The flexibility of the course and the wide range of areas of specialisation allows students to explore new areas, further develop their strengths in science and to pursue their interests. The emphasis on generic skills - quantitative literacy, data analysis, information literacy, problem solving, communication and presentation skills, and the capacity to work in teams - and specialisation in at least one discipline ensures a firm foundation for a career in science. Graduates will be equipped for a variety of careers or for honours and postgraduate study, leading to global employment opportunities in any of the traditional and emerging careers for scientists.

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of VCE including:
- Units 3 and 4 - one of biology, chemistry, mathematical methods (CAS), physics, geography, psychology or specialist mathematics; and
- A study score of at least 20 in any VCE English units 3 and 4.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

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The Flexible Science programme converts current on-campus undergradute science courses into online courses.

Students are not limited to the online material, but are welcome, whenever they are able, to join on-campus students in lectures, tutorials or practicals, making this an ideal study solution for those working in the off-shore industry or with other work or family commitments.

Students can take individual courses or can acculmulate credits by building up passes in a number of courses to qualify for the awards of Certificate and Diploma in their chosen subject.

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