Bachelor of Science (Advanced)

Federation University Australia

About

As a high achieving student, you'll complete a specialised pathway which allows for a double major in your degree.

You'll have an opportunity to include a semester long project in your third year, which provides advanced skills in experimental design, data collection and and synthesis, problem solving and critical analysis.Major options include;Behavioural scienceBiochemistryBiological scienceChemistryEcologyEnvironmental restorationExercise scienceFood scienceHealth and nutritionMathematicsMicrobiologyMolecular biologyMineral processing

Structure

Sample structures are just one example of the many options available within your chosen course. Please contact Federation University for further information on available options.

Please note this is a sample structure only and is not to be used for enrolment purposes. To enrol, please refer to the information provided to you by Federation University for your individual program structure or view our enrolment information page.

To view current subject information and cost, click on the individual subject name below, or click here to view current subject information and cost for ALL subjects.

Year 1

Study period1

STATISTICAL METHODS STATS1000, 15 credit points

Semester 2

Year 2

Semester 1

Semester 2

Year 3

Study period 1

INDUSTRY BASED LEARNING: SCIENCE IBLGC2030, 30 credit points

Study period 2

INDUSTRY BASED LEARNING: SCIENCE IBLGC2030, 30 credit points

Entry requirements

Entry requirements (year 12)

Admission Criteria for current year 12 students (2020) and recent secondary graduates (2019 and 2018)

Prerequisites

  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in two units Maths (any study combination) of Specialist Maths or Maths Methods, or Units 3 and 4: Science; Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geography, Physics or Physcology:
  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in any English

Guaranteed ATAR

This program has a guaranteed ATAR.

If you meet the program pre-requisites and any ‘Essential Requirements for Admission’, we will guarantee you a place in this program with this ATAR. We use the adjusted ATAR, factoring in subject adjustments and SEAS as detailed below.

Minimum ATAR including selection adjustments

The minimum selection rank for this course, is equivalent to an ATAR of 90.00. If applicable, this includes adjustment factors related to subject adjustments and SEAS.

Subject Adjustments

A study score of 40 in any Humanities, any History, Literature, Media or Philosophy equals 3 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 points.

SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme)

Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Schemes (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, this may provide support for your course application.

Entry requirements (non year 12)

Admission criteria for applicants with a Higher Education Study

  • Satisfactory completion of at least one year of tertiary study in a relevant field; and
  • Meets the VCE Maths and English requirement benchmarks.

Literacy and Numeracy test: If VCE Maths and/or English requirements or equivalent have not been met, a literacy and/or numeracy assessment is required to demonstrate the prerequisite requirements. Applicants required to complete the assessment will be notified.

Admission criteria for applications with a Vocational Education and Training study

  • Successful completion of a TAFE qualification at Certificate III or IV in a cognate or appropriate area, such as Community Services, Education Support, Children's Services, or Nursing; and
  • At least one year of experience in a relevant area of education or support service and;
  • Meets the VCE Maths and English requirement benchmarks.

OR

  • Successful completion of a recognised TAFE Diploma program in a cognate or an appropriate area and;
  • Meets the VCE Maths and English requirement benchmarks.

Literacy and Numeracy test: If VCE Maths and/or English requirements or equivalent have not been met, a literacy and/or numeracy assessment is required to demonstrate the prerequisite requirements. Applicants required to complete the assessment will be notified.

Admission criteria for applications with work and life experience

  • Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies should include a personal statement detailing all relevant experience to strengthen their application.

Literacy and Numeracy test: If VCE Maths and/or English requirements or equivalent have not been met, a literacy and/or numeracy assessment is required to demonstrate the prerequisite requirements. Applicants required to complete the assessment will be notified.

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