87.7% employed within four months of graduating.
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021-2023 - Undergraduate Science & Mathematics
Degree overview
Understand the world around us and how it works
Science is about exploring the natural world, seeking to understand its mysteries, and developing solutions to challenges we face in society. It underpins a broad spectrum of fields, including technology, environmental management, business, research, and health. By studying science, you will complement and enhance your knowledge while developing critical business and communication skills.
Tailor your degree to your interests with 11 diverse majors and flexible study pathways, allowing you to focus on areas that inspire you. Options such as double majors, or honours pathways enable you to deepen your expertise and broaden your career opportunities.
As you study, you’ll build the professional skills and networks essential for a successful career. With authentic opportunities to work in industry and research during your studies, you'll gain the practical experience and connections needed to tackle the complex science challenges of our time.
Concurrent Enrolment
Bachelor of Science students are encouraged to consider concurrent enrolment in the Bachelor of Applied Data Science program.
A career in science is increasingly data-driven. From climate modelling to biomedical research, the ability to manage, interpret, and visualise data is essential. By combining a science major with the Bachelor of Applied Data Science, students gain advanced data analysis and visualisation skills, confidence in programming and database management, and tools for evidence-based decision-making.
Complete both programs in only one extra year of study and graduate with two degrees, increasing your in-demand skills and employability in broad and varied areas such as environmental and climate science, pharmaceuticals and biomedical research, geoscience, physics and engineering, and science communication and policy.
World top 200
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for Environmental Sciences
Career opportunities
Most of the critical issues that face our society today require science to help find the right solutions for our current and future generations. Because this degree emphasises problem-solving, teamwork and critical thinking, graduates are sought after across a range of sectors.
Use this degree as a steppingstone into the health and science fields to achieve your career goals.
Professional outcomes:
- Wildlife or plant biologist
- Chemist
- Conservationist/ecologist
- Data scientist or financial analyst
- Geologist
- Government or defence professional
- Mathematician
- Medical physicist
- Meteorologist
- Neuroscientist
- Oceanographer
- Research physicist
- Statistician
Course overview
Using the latest scientific developments and advancements, you'll learn first-hand from our actively involved researchers how to deliver innovative solutions for real-world problems. You'll also develop highly sought after and transferable skills in problem solving, communication and independent thinking.
Tailor your degree to your interests with 11 diverse majors and flexible
study pathways, allowing you to focus on areas that inspire you.
Student experience
All hands on deck: unlocking secrets of the sea 4:11
Our students teamed up with CSIRO and Geosciences Sydney Uni on the voyage of a lifetime, investigating the causes of submarine landslides that lead to tsunamis.
Career-ready placements
Students will participate in lab work to develop their analytical and communication skills. Depending on chosen majors, students will attend field trips, seminars and workshops.
Career-ready placement opportunities are available. Examples include volunteering with Oakvale Wildlife Park, the Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre, or working with our researchers on a deep-sea voyage.
Studying at Newcastle campus
Living in Newcastle
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Campus Life
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Scholarships
Our scholarships recognise achievement and support enthusiastic and dedicated students. If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.
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Accommodation
Living on campus is an experience unlike any other. Whether you're from across Australia or around the globe, your home on campus is where you'll form lifelong friendships and harness your potential in a supportive and diverse community.
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Studying at Central Coast campus
Living on the Central Coast
The Central Coast offers a relaxed and convenient lifestyle with access to beautiful beaches and national parks. Our campuses have industry-leading facilities all within beautiful bushland.
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Campus Life
Our campuses are welcoming, inspiring, and collaborative places for students, staff, and the community. Explore our beautiful campuses and discover what it’s like to study at the University of Newcastle.
Read more
Scholarships
Our scholarships recognise achievement and support enthusiastic and dedicated students. If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.
Read more
Accommodation
Living on campus is an experience unlike any other. Whether you're from across Australia or around the globe, your home on campus is where you'll form lifelong friendships and harness your potential in a supportive and diverse community.
Read more
Student showcase
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What, like it's hard? 0:08
Women In Science 0:17
Physics Glove Box 0:30
Physics Lasers 0:51
Tell us your degree, without telling us your degree 0:41
Dr Lachlan Rogers 0:39
Matt Hayward 0:53
Louise Williams' Research On Shorebirds 0:32
Day In The Life Of An Environmental Engineering and Science student 0:54
Environmental Science 0:05
How to apply
Apply as a domestic student
You are a domestic student if you are:
- An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
- A permanent resident of Australia
- A holder of a permanent Australian visa.
Apply as an international student
Entry requirements — Senior secondary school qualification
Admission to our undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC), the highest educational award in New South Wales schools.
English proficiency requirements
Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.
- IELTS overall minimum - 6.0
- IELTS section minimum - 6.0
- About English Language Pathways
Apply to the University via our online application portal.
In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.
If you are applying through an education agent, they can also apply through the application portal. Ensure your agent is contracted to the University to avoid delays with your application.
Once you have started your application you will be provided with a reference number. You or your education agent will be able to track your application as it progresses.
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The Bachelor of Science (Physics major) is accredited by the Australian Institute of Physics (AIP). Students can become an associate member of the institute while studying, and a full member upon graduation.
The Bachelor of Science (Statistics major) is accredited by the Statistical Society of Australia. Students are able to become an associate member of the institute while studying, and a full member upon graduation.
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