Bachelor of Science - Biological Science Major

Study the Biological Science major in the Bachelor of Science, and become familiar with microbiology, biodiversity, cells and molecular biology, gene technology, and the ecological and evolutionary processes that drive biological variation.

Biology is at heart of life on Earth, from the smallest microorganisms to entire ecosystems. In recent years, there have been remarkable discoveries in the biological sciences, from antibiotics and vaccines to disease-resistant crops and alternative fuels.

The Biological Science major is ideal for students who are interested in understanding the science of life, how everyday existence can be explained and how human activities can shape Earth's future. In the face of climate change and population growth, the biological sciences have never been more important and there are many rewarding careers for biological science graduates.

• Microbiologist
• Scientific laboratory technician
• Research scientist
• Agricultural researcher
• Biosecurity officer
• Environmental microbiologist
• Conservation officer
• Forensic technician
• Geneticist
• Science teacher*

You could work in areas like environmental monitoring and management, water quality management, animal welfare, biotechnology and pharma industries or academic research.

*After an additional year of teacher training