Bachelor of Science
Central Queensland University
About
Science underpins every aspect of human civilisation and will be crucial for solving current and future medical, environmental, industrial and technology problems.
In the Bachelor of Science, you will study a range of scientific units that will result in the development of a body of knowledge and set of skills to enable problem-solving and critical thinking.
Your first year of study will incorporate skills-focused units that will develop field and laboratory competencies useful for research, and desired by industry and government.
You may choose from the Applied Biology or Applied Chemistry majors, both of which will incorporate aspects of environmental studies.
In the Applied Chemistry major, you will also explore the emerging fields of nanotechnology, food chemistry and biomaterials centered around an analytical chemistry focus.
In the Applied Biology major you will focus on the study of botany and zoology.
As a graduate, your employment opportunities may include laboratory work (in food production and industrial settings), research officer (universities, CSIRO, industry and government), technical/sales representative in scientific sectors, environmental field work and plant breeding.
Structure
Course Structure
--> In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete the core structure
- Complete 1 major
Core Structure
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| Number of units: 11 | Total credit points: 66 |
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| Available units | ||
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| --> BIOL12105 | Scientific Analysis and Statistics | --> |
| --> BIOL12050 | Professional Placement or Project | --> |
| --> CHEM11043 | Atoms, Molecules and Matter | --> |
| --> BIOL11102 | Life Science Laboratory | --> |
| --> CHEM11045 | Chemical Investigation and Theory | --> |
| --> ESSC11004 | Study and Research Skills for Health Science | --> |
| --> CHEM11044 | Chemical Reactions | --> |
| --> ENVR11014 | Environmental Monitoring | --> |
| --> BIOL12107 | Genomes, Genetics & Evolution | --> |
| --> BMSC11005 | Foundations of Biochemistry | --> |
| --> BMSC13013 | Research Project | --> |
Course Structure
--> In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete the core structure
- Complete 1 major
Applied Biology Major
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| Number of units: 9 | Total credit points: 54 |
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| Available units | ||
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| --> BOTN19001 | Australian Botany | --> |
| --> ZOOL12009 | Invertebrate Zoology | --> |
| --> MBIO19013 | Environmental Microbiology | --> |
| --> ZOOL19002 | Australian Vertebrate Biology | --> |
| --> BOTN13002 | Plants and the Environment | --> |
| --> ZOOL13015 | Environmental Physiology of Animals | --> |
| --> GEOG19021 | Geographic Information Systems | --> |
| --> BIOL12112 | Animal and Plant Physiology | --> |
| --> EVST19021 | Sustainability Issues and Solutions | --> |
Course Structure
--> In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete the core structure
- Complete 1 major
Applied Chemistry Major
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| Number of units: 9 | Total credit points: 54 |
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| --> BMED19007 | Forensic Science | --> |
| --> CHEM19085 | Environmental Chemistry | --> |
| --> CHEM12077 | Food Science & Analysis | --> |
| --> CHEM13080 | Analytical Science | --> |
| --> CHEM12079 | Non-carbon Chemistry | --> |
| --> CHEM12078 | Industrial Atmospheric Emissions | --> |
| --> CHEM13083 | Physical Chemistry | --> |
| --> CHEM13082 | Nanotechnology: Health and the environment | --> |
| --> CHEM13081 | Biomaterials: Environmental and Medical Applications | --> |
In addition to the above, students must complete three (3) electives from
1. The B Sc (Applied Biology) major
OR
2. The following list
- BMSC13010 Pharmacology (Term 1)
- EVST19023 Water Resource Management (Term 1)
- ENVR12001 Soil Science and Conservation (Term 1)
- BMSC13002 Advanced Clinical Biochemistry (Term 2)
- ENEV12002 Community and Indigenous Engagement (Term 3)
OR
3. Any unit approved by the Head of Course.
Course Structure
--> In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete the core structure
- Complete 1 major
Elective
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| Number of units: 4 | Total credit points: 24 |
Choose four electives from other units in the Bachelor of Environmental Science, or from the Bachelor of Science, or any other area of study with permission from the Head of Course.
Entry requirements
What do I need to start?
Entry Scores
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| Rank Threshold | SR 69 | ATAR 69 |
| Rank Cut-Off | OP 14 | SR 70 | ATAR 67.95 |
Entry Requirements
Domestic students - English (4, SA);
English Requirements:
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.
Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:
- a secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
- tertiary diploma level qualification, or
- bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0
completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:
- An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 overall with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall and minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or
- An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components; or
- Cambridge Certificate in advanced English (CAE) - Score of 180 or above; or
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English - Score of 200 or above; or
- Combined Universities Language Test (CULT) - 70% with no individual component score of less than 15.
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
refer to the international student section.Security Requirements
No information available at this time
Health Requirements
No information available at this time
Assumed Knowledge
Biology, Chemistry & Maths B.
Fees and Charges
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Learning outcomes
Core Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Applied Biology Learning Outcomes
- 1.
- Demonstrate broad theoretical and technical knowledge of the basic concepts of biological science
- 2.
- Present concepts, arguments and results to a range of audiences, for a range of purposes, using a variety of modes
- 3.
- Apply critical thinking and problem solving skills to issues in the field of biological science
- 4.
- Review, comprehend and evaluate new information, concepts and evidence from a range of sources in the field of biological science
- 5.
- Use relevant field and laboratory techniques in a range of contexts
- 6.
- Undertake self-directed learning and develop skills for life-long learning
- 7.
- Exhibit interpersonal and teamwork skills and ethical practice.
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| Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
| 1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | --> | ||||||
| 2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | --> | ||||||
| 3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | --> | --> | |||||
| 4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | --> | ||||||
| 5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | --> | ||||||
| 6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | --> | ||||||
| 7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | --> | ||||||
| 8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | --> | --> |
Applied Chemistry Learning Outcomes
- 1.
- Demonstrate broad theoretical and technical knowledge of the basic concepts of chemical science
- 2.
- Present concepts, arguments and results to a range of audiences, for a range of purposes, using a variety of modes
- 3.
- Apply critical thinking and problem solving skills to issues in the field of chemical science
- 4.
- Review, comprehend and evaluate new information, concepts and evidence from a range of sources in the field of chemical science
- 5.
- Use relevant field and laboratory techniques in a range of contexts
- 6.
- Undertake self-directed learning and develop skills for life-long learning
- 7.
- Exhibit interpersonal and teamwork skills and ethical practice.
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| Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
| 1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | --> | ||||||
| 2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | --> | --> | --> | --> | |||
| 3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | --> | --> | |||||
| 4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | --> | --> | |||||
| 5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | --> | ||||||
| 6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | --> | --> | |||||
| 7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | --> | --> | --> | ||||
| 8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | --> |
Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Institution
