Outline
Outline
In Curtin’s Bachelor of Sciences courses, you will learn to apply scientific principles and methodology to develop solutions to scientific problems facing communities and industry. Choosing a major enables you to focus on your strongest interests in science.
You’ll also learn to use new technologies to retrieve, transform and present data and information. A Bachelor of Science will therefore give you a comprehensive foundation in your chosen field, preparing you for a range of employment opportunities within industry, government institutions and other organisations.
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.
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.
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.
- understand the constructs of the scientific method and apply these principles in representative exercises using new technologies.
- develop independent study and time-management skills that will enhance their learning capabilities in subsequent years of study and their professional life.
- be aware of the diversity of international perspectives associated with the sciences, and how these impact on practice the practice of science
- understand and appreciate cultural diversity and how it impacts on the practice of science.
- display a very high standard of professional behaviour, both independently and as a team member, through the use of ethical practices in the scientific field.