Federation University

Bachelor of Science (Biological Sciences)

The Bachelor of Science provides a foundation in scientific practice and a specialization in at least one discipline area chosen from a wide range of major study areas. The program is delivered in small applied laboratory classes and workshops, allowing the development of advanced skills sought by employers.

The Bachelor of Science program is designed for maximum flexibility and hence will enable students interested in science to design their own program. You must complete 24 subjects, consisting of five core subjects, six major subjects, four minor subjects, and nine professional development courses.

Sample structures are just one example of the many options available within your chosen course.

• Modelling and Change (Introductory Level)(MATHS1001)
  This course is aimed at a broad tertiary level audience interested in solving real-world problems. The main focus will be on learning and applying standard calculus techniques to model motion, growth, and change. Problems requiring optimization techniques and calculation of area will also be considered.
• Scientific Practice (SCCOR1300)
  On completion of this course, students should have developed the mathematical understanding and tools needed to undertake studies in a science discipline. After successfully completing this course, students will be able to demonstrate competency with basic calculation skills required for science including calculations involving percentages, proportions, ratios, and fractions; recognize unit prefixes and confidently convert between units; use functions involving powers, logarithms, and exponents; manipulate a wide range of algebraic equations to substitute values and to transform to solve for a particular variable; solve systems of linear equations; perform calculations involving area, surface area, and volume on a range of two and three-dimensional shapes; present data graphically and use numerical summaries; use a spreadsheet tool to graph experimental data including correct labeling and the use of error bars; apply the above skills in context to solve scientific problems.
• Scientific Communication (SCCOR1200)
  This course will provide students with the generic skills necessary to acquire, analyze, and communicate scientific ideas and information. This will involve techniques such as literature searching, information retrieval, preparation, and presentation of laboratory reports and oral reports.
• Sustainable Earth (SCSUS1500)
  This course looks at the heavy footprint humans have placed on Planet Earth. We address, in turn, the main components of the habitable parts of the planet and examine the fundamental, natural processes within each. With this grounding, we then superimpose the impact of indigenous people, and the excesses of post-industrial humanity, upon the Earth to reveal the consequences of the activities of modern society.
• Statistical Methods (STATS1000)
  This course introduces students to the full range of descriptive statistical techniques and also introduces the key concepts underlying statistical inference. A wide range of basic inferential techniques are introduced. Data from various disciplinary contexts are utilized, and there is a strong emphasis on computing skills, interpretation of computer output, and communication of statistical results and conclusions.