Units in second semester 2021 may be delivered online and in alternative formats whilst restrictions in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic are in place.
Science, Commerce
Bachelor Double Degree
BB-SCICOM
Outline
In this double degree you’ll study majors from two different areas. You’ll graduate with both a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Commerce.
Units in second semester 2021 may be delivered online and in alternative formats whilst restrictions in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic are in place.
This offering version is phasing out and no longer taking applications. You may be able to apply for a later version.
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Academic Ranking of World Universities 2020.
Get the Curtin edge
Access to leadership programs, specialist facilities and industry placements give you a competitive edge in the job market.
Global education
You’ll have access to a range of international study opportunities.
This double degree enables you to gain knowledge in a scientific discipline and develop strong foundational business skills.
It will prepare you to fulfil the financial potential of scientific discoveries and apply commercial knowledge in research environments. You’ll learn to generate solutions to complex scientific, business and commercial problems.
Commerce majors available:
Science majors available:
| Science Majors | Guaranteed ATAR |
| Chemistry | 75 |
| Coastal and Marine Science | 75 |
| Environmental Biology | 75 |
| Data Science | 80 |
| Mathematics | 80 |
| Physics | 80 |
Applied Geology is also available as a double degree with Finance only.
Please refer to the handbook for additional course overview information.
Why study
There is a strong science component in this double degree, from a wide range of areas.
How this course will make you industry ready
This course will contain strong components of practical work to ensure you gain hands-on training with technical equipment relevant to the area studied.
Student profile
View our student profile table to get an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students at Curtin University. This table provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and passed the census date in the most relevant recent intake period for which data are available. It includes those admitted through all offer rounds and international students studying in Australia.
Professional recognition
Upon graduation you may be eligible for membership in the relevant society or institute of your chosen area of study. Please see the individual double majors or contact your course coordinator.
Career information
This double degree can enhance your career opportunities by combining high level scientific and analytical skills with an understanding of the practical applications within the business world.
What you'll learn
- apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical situations through research and practical application in the field of science and business
- think creatively and critically to generate innovative solutions to complex scientific, business and commercial problems
- access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from a range of organisational and external sources
- communicate appropriately and effectively in professional, public and scientific contexts
- apply technologies appropriately
- demonstrate initiative, responsibility and lifelong learning skills by applying critical reflection and being proactive
- describe global and cultural issues as related to the science and business areas and their impact on local and international communities
- demonstrate respect for human rights, cultural diversity and the particular rights of Indigenous Australians
- show leadership and employ ethical practice and professional integrity, both within a team and independently
Admission criteria
Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.
| IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) | |
|---|---|
| Writing | 6.0 |
| Speaking | 6.0 |
| Reading | 6.0 |
| Listening | 6.0 |
| Overall band score | 6.5 |
You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.
I recently attended high school
Applicants with recent secondary education are those whose admission is primarily based on the achievement of the required ATAR within the last two years. This includes applicants whose secondary education was undertaken interstate or overseas.
- Minimum ATAR : 75
- Essential WACE subjects (pre-requisites):
Students must have ATAR Mathematics and the ATAR Science prerequisites for the individual Science majors.
Please click on the relevant Science majors above for specific Science double degree subject prerequisites.
- STAT entry : Not accepted.
Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.
Other admission options
Recipients of the John Curtin Undergraduate Scholarship will receive an early offer to study this course.
Lowest ATAR to which an offer was made (exclusive of any adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points)
View the lowest ATAR (excluding adjustments) of an applicant who was offered a place in this course in the most relevant recent intake period for which data are available.
Selection rank adjustments (previously referred to as ATAR related adjustments)
Details of the types of adjustment factors (bonus points) commonly available to applicants can be found on our StepUp to Curtin webpage.
ATAR and selection rank profile for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in the most recent intake period
View data on the ATAR and selection rank profile of offers made from the most relevant recent intake period.
I have work and life experience
Applicants with work and life experience are those who left secondary education more than two years ago (i.e. who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants) and have not undertaken vocational education training (VET) or higher education study since then.
‘Experience’ includes a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education such as mature-age entry, professional experience whether completion of the Special Tertiary Admission Test (STAT) is required or not, community involvement or work experience. Applicants may have undertaken non-formal programs that have helped prepare them for tertiary education or are relevant to the proposed higher education field of study.
- Minimum ATAR : 75
- Essential WACE subjects (pre-requisites):
Students must have ATAR Mathematics and the ATAR Science prerequisites for the individual Science majors.
Please click on the relevant Science majors above for specific Science double degree subject prerequisites.
- STAT entry : Not accepted.
Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.
I’ve studied at TAFE or done an apprenticeship
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a VET course. This includes study at a public TAFE or other VET provider, whether a qualification was completed or not. Applicants with VET study may have other qualifications such as a Year 10 or Year 12 secondary school certificate.
- Minimum ATAR : 75
- Essential WACE subjects (pre-requisites):
Students must have ATAR Mathematics and the ATAR Science prerequisites for the individual Science majors.
Please click on the relevant Science majors above for specific Science double degree subject prerequisites.
- STAT entry : Not accepted.
Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.
The majors and/or streams available to study as part of this course have specific admission criteria that may be different to what is listed on this page. Please view the major/stream page for admission criteria specific to the major/stream you intend to do.
Advanced standing
At Curtin, we understand that everyone’s study journey has been different.
You may have already studied some of the units (subjects) listed in your Curtin course, or you may have work experience that matches the degree requirements.
If this applies to you, you can apply for credit for recognised learning (CRL), which means your previous study is recognised and matched against a similar unit in your intended Curtin course.
A successful CRL application exempts you from having to complete certain units within your course and means you could finish your degree in a shorter amount of time.
CRL is also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing and credit transfer.
Use the CRL search to find out how much CRL you qualify for, or contact us at:
Email: crl@curtin.edu.au
Tel: 1300 222 888
Fees & charges
Fee information is not available for this course at this time. Find estimated course fees.
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- Curtin course code: BB-SCICOM
- CRICOS code: 074654E
- Last updated on: February 12, 2021
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