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Science
Bachelor Degree
B-SCNCE
Outline
STEM skills lie at the heart of technology and innovation, and are vital for the careers of the future.
Get the Curtin edge
Access to leadership programs, specialist facilities and industry placements give you a competitive edge in the job market.
Top 1 %
Curtin is ranked in the top one per cent of universities worldwide (Academic Ranking of World Universities 2019).
Global education
You’ll have access to a range of international study opportunities.
The Faculty of Science and Engineering offers a wide range of disciplines within the Bachelor of Science and other degrees, which gives you the opportunity to pursue your specific interests:
- Biochemistry
- Chemistry
- Coastal and Marine Science
- Data Science
- Environmental Science
- Extractive Metallurgy
- Financial Mathematics
- Geophysics
- Industrial and Applied Mathematics
- Mine and Engineering Surveying
- Mining
- Multidisciplinary Science
- Physics.
We also offer the below Science-based degrees:
- Bachelor of Science (Actuarial Science)
- Bachelor of Science (Applied Geology)
- Bachelor of Science (Medical Radiation Science)
- Bachelor of Agribusiness
- Bachelor of Computing
- Bachelor of Information Technology
- Bachelor of Surveying
- Bachelor of Technology (Computer Systems and Networking)
You can study some Science Majors as part of a double degree:
- Science and Arts
- Science and Commerce
- Engineering and Science
- Science and Science
*July intake: Course duration may exceed 3 years owing to unit prerequisites.
Please refer to the handbook for additional course overview information.
Why study
- Choose from a wide range of science options.
- Learn from accomplished industry professionals.
- Some programs are based in Curtin Unversity's Resources and Chemistry Precinct, where you will be exposed to a vibrant research community and a range of industries.
- Curtin is committed to high-impact research including the Curtin Institute of Radio Astronomy's contributions to the development of the international Square Kilometre Array project.
How this course will make you industry ready
You will develop a comprehensive foundation in your chosen scientific field, preparing you for a range of employment opportunities within industry, government institutions and private organisations.
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
Graduates of this course may be eligible for membership in the relevant society or institute of their chosen area of study.
What you'll learn
- gain knowledge and experience in science, learning skills and professional practice and understand the theoretical basis of their chosen area of study.
- apply scientific principles and methodology to the solving of scientific problems, thinking creatively to develop innovative solutions.
- access and competently use information technology and a variety of tools to retrieve, manipulate, transform and present data and information.
- communicate effectively, in writing and orally, using language and visual representation appropriate to purpose and audience.
Entry requirements
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) | |
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| Writing | 6.0 |
| Speaking | 6.0 |
| Reading | 6.0 |
| Listening | 6.0 |
| Overall band score | 6.0 |
You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.
Cut-off scores
Please note: The cut-off scores below are for 2018 only.
| Qualification | Score |
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| GCE/STPM/HKALE (A-levels - best of three) | 5 |
| HKDSE | 15 |
| IB | 24 |
| Ontario Gr 12 (best of 6) | 60 |
| ATAR (including WACE/SACE/HCE/VCE) | 70 |
| WAUFP (CPS) | 53 |
| India (CBSE) | 60% |
| India (HSC) | 65% |
| Sri Lanka | 5 |
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Zimbabwe
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Other requirements and notes for this course
July intake: course duration may exceed 3 years owing to unit prerequisites.
Portfolio entry is available for the following majors: Computing and Multidisciplinary Science.
In addition to the course-specific admission criteria listed above, please read our general admission criteria. Our general admission criteria apply to all courses at Curtin University.
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 at another educational institution, or you may have work experience that matches the degree requirements.
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: ci-enquiries@curtin.edu.au
Tel: 1300 222 888
Fees & charges
International student indicative fees for 2020
Fee year: 2020
| International onshore – fee paying | Cost |
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| Offer letter (100 credit) published fee | $16,000* |
| Total indicative course fee | $97,400* |
| Indicative year 1 fee | $32,000* |
The fees shown above apply to international students studying on-campus in Western Australia. The indicative tuition fee is subject to an annual tuition fee increase of up to 5 per cent and may be subject to legislative change.
The indicative first-year fee is calculated on 200 credit points, which is the typical full-time study load per year, however some courses require additional study to be completed, in which case the fee will be higher than that shown.
This fee is a guide only. It may vary depending on the units you choose and does not include incidental fees (such as lab coats or art supplies) or the cost of your textbooks. For information about fees at other locations please contact the relevant campus or partner institution by visiting Curtin International’s offshore site.
Location
For start dates, please view the academic calendar.
All endeavours are made to ensure location information for courses is up to date but please note they are subject to change.
The University reserves the right to withdraw any unit of study or program which it offers, to impose limitations on enrolment in any unit or program, and/or to vary arrangements for any program.
How to apply
Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice
Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. Please view our application deadlines page for further information.
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