Bachelor of Science (pre 2019)

The University of Newcastle

About

Science is enormously exciting.

Think space physics, satellite technology, biotechnology, weather forecasting, climate change, nanotechnology...

the list goes on.

So much is happening and yet there is still an enormous amount left to discover and explore.The APAC (Australian Psychology Accreditation Council) accredited major sequence is not available to students who commence the program in 2012 or after.

A Psychology major is available in the program, however is not accredited for students commencing study in 2012 onwards.

Students who commence the program in 2012 or after, and who wish to complete an accredited Psychology program, are advised to apply for admission to the Bachelor of Psychological Science program.

Structure

Code Title Term / Location Units
STAT1020 Statistical Reasoning and Literacy Semester 1 - 2020 (Callaghan) Semester 2 - 2020 (Callaghan) 10 units
STAT1070 Statistics for the Sciences Summer 2 - 2020 (Callaghan) Semester 1 - 2020 (Callaghan) Semester 2 - 2020 (Callaghan) Semester 2 - 2020 (Central Coast) 10 units

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the program students will have:

  • Demonstrate broad coherent knowledge and academic background appropriate for professional work. In particular, demonstrate in-depth knowledge and skills in at least one field of science and a basic knowledge of at least one other field of science.
  • Work independently and collaboratively to collect, analyse and organise scientific information effectively.
  • Identify, define and analyse problems using scientific method to form and test hypotheses; to apply statistical principles and logic; and to use appropriate tools for problem solving.
  • Report scientific findings in written, visual and/or verbal forms and to communicate a convincing and reasoned scientific argument at an appropriate level.
  • Apply knowledge and skills to work on a scientific activity both autonomously and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment with an ability to adapt to change, including new technologies and methods.
  • Demonstrate awareness of professional practice in relevant disciplines, including an understanding, appreciation and respect for appropriate conduct and ethical practice.

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