Bachelor
The application of science to real-world problems is increasingly multidisciplinary in nature. In many areas of scientific endeavour, no one science discipline is sufficient to deliver advances and innovation. This is reflected in multidisciplinary fields such as astronomy, biochemistry, bioinformatics, environmental science, forensic science and nanotechnology.
In this course, you will learn to apply scientific principles and concepts to real-world problems that are multidisciplinary in nature.
You'll also learn the communication, creative, entrepreneurial and cultural-awareness skills that are important in collaborative careers across industry and government.
You'll have a choice of studying one of four majors: Computational Sciences, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Engineering Science or Physical Sciences.
Computational SciencesIn this major, you will study various aspects of modern computing. You'll learn fundamental programming and Linux skills, and further explore computational disciplines such as data science, mathematics and programming.
Earth and Environmental SciencesEarth scientists are essential to resources and environmental industries and use sophisticated techniques for the analysis of earth and planetary materials. Environmental scientists apply their expertise in physical and biological sciences to generate innovative and sustainable solutions to environmental issues.
In this major, you will study Earth dynamics and its relationships with environmental science. You'll gain the skill sets for careers involved in monitoring the impacts of industrial, urban, mining and agricultural development; measuring and analysing pollutants; and developing conservation and management plans.
Engineering ScienceThis major explores the role of an engineer and teaches you the fundamental principles of various engineering fields, giving you a pathway to your preferred engineering career. Once you have completed your course, you'll have the theoretical knowledge and practical, problem-solving skills to devise solutions for complex engineering challenges in society.
Physical SciencesIn this major you'll study fundamental aspects of physics, astronomy, chemistry and mathematics; and how these are drawn together to tackle emerging scientific challenges.
Physics and astronomy use the four known forces to explain relationships among the smallest through to the largest structures, while chemistry explores the properties and behaviour of matter.
All of these fields are underpinned by mathematics as a framework for explaining observations and predicting outcomes.
Multidisciplinary Science as a pathwayIf you haven't studied science before or you don't meet the prerequisites for our Science and STEM majors, Multidisciplinary Science can give you a pathway into a range of courses - including Computing, Engineering, Actuarial Science and Surveying.
Alternatively, after you graduate you may choose to study for an honours degree in Science or Engineering or a master degree in Education.
What you'll learn