The University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Science (Biological Sciences)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationScience is about asking new questions and then answering them. Science underpins all things, including technology, business, environmental management, research, and health. Complement and enhance your knowledge by developing business and communication skills.
These are courses currently available in "Biological Sciences":
- Laboratory Skills in Biological Systems
This course is designed to provide students with extensive training in the laboratory practices associated with biological research. The course is divided into three modules, the focus areas include microbial systems, plant biology systems, and animal biology systems. - Microbial Biology
Microbiology is the fundamental biological science that studies microscopic single-celled organisms, including bacteria, archaea, protists, fungi, and viruses. An understanding of the structure, life-cycle, metabolism, and growth of microbes is essential for further study in a variety of biological sciences, including genetics, ecology, evolution, health, and biotechnology. - Organisms to Ecosystems
This course introduces the taxonomic and functional diversity of organisms together with their interactions with each other and the physical world. Students will gain an understanding of the immense scale of biological diversity, how that diversity arose, and what are the essential elements required to maintain that diversity. This course is also the gateway to a real understanding of how organisms work, including the development and function of multicellular organisms. - Plant Adaptation to Climate Change
Plants are multicellular, sessile organisms composed of many different cell types originated from restricted regions of plant tissues called meristems. The coordinated development of different plant cell types requires cell division, expansion, and differentiation and their organization into specific tissues and organs to produce a functional plant.
Delivery mode
The University of Newcastle offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Auckland St & King St, Newcastle
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Assumed knowledge
HSC Mathematics Advanced or equivalent
Recommended studies
HSC Biology or equivalent, and/or HSC Chemistry or equivalent, and/or HSC Physics or equivalent, and/or HSC Earth and Environmental Science, would be a strong advantage in this program depending on the major/s you intend to complete.
English proficiency requirements
IELTS overall minimum - 6.0
IELTS section minimum - 6.0
Entry Requirements AQFStudies completed at an AQF Level 4 (Cert IV) or higher provide Guaranteed Entry into many of our undergraduate programs.
Assumed knowledge
HSC Mathematics Advanced or equivalent
Recommended studies
HSC Biology or equivalent, and/or HSC Chemistry or equivalent, and/or HSC Physics or equivalent, and/or HSC Earth and Environmental Science, would be a strong advantage in this program depending on the major/s you intend to complete.
English proficiency requirements
IELTS overall minimum - 6.0
IELTS section minimum - 6.0
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$122,535
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Science (Biological Sciences) will prepare you for the following roles.
Biologist
A Biologist studies living organisms and their interactions with the environment. You might work in research institutions, universities, or environ...
Ecologist
An Ecologist studies the relationships between organisms and their environments, focusing on ecosystems, biodiversity, and natural resource managem...
Geneticist
A Geneticist studies genes, heredity, and variation in living organisms. You might work in a laboratory, research facility, or hospital. Geneticist...
Microbiologist
A Microbiologist studies microorganisms and uses their knowledge to develop products such as vaccines or medications. You might focus on a particul...
Research Scientist
A Research Scientist collects and analyses information from scientific tests, trials and experiments. You might work in a particular field of scien...
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