Bachelor of Science

On successful completion of the program students will have:

• Demonstrate broad coherent knowledge and academic background appropriate for professional work. In particular, demonstrate in-depth knowledge and skills in at least one field of science and a basic knowledge of at least one other field of science.
• Work independently and collaboratively to collect, analyse and organise scientific information effectively.
• Identify, define and analyse problems using scientific method to form and test hypotheses; to apply statistical principles and logic; and to use appropriate tools for problem solving.
• Report scientific findings in written, visual and/or verbal forms and to communicate a convincing and reasoned scientific argument at an appropriate level.
• Apply knowledge and skills to work on a scientific activity both autonomously and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment with an ability to adapt to change, including new technologies and methods.
• Demonstrate awareness of professional practice in relevant disciplines, including an understanding, appreciation and respect for appropriate conduct and ethical practice.

Admission requirements

Minimum English language proficiency requirements

If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution, or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to the new program, go to http://www.newcastle.edu.au/service/credit-transfer/ and click on 'How to Apply for Credit'.

Credit may be granted for studies completed at another institution if they were completed within the previous 8 years. Credit will be granted by the Pro Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Science and Information Technology in accordance with the relevant policies approved by the University.

Australian Institute of Physics

Royal Australian Chemical Institute

The Marine Science major was revised in 2015, and changes will come into effect for 2016.  Students taking the Marine Science major who commenced the program in 2015 and who have not taken MARI2300 and MARI2320 will be transitioned to the new program structure and will be required to take MARI1000 as a compulsory course in the Marine Science major.  Students taking the Marine Science major who commenced prior to 2015 and who have taken MARI2300 and MARI2320 will remain in the pre-2016 program structure and are not required to enrol in MARI1000.  Students who require further clarification should contact the Program Advisor for individual program advice.

The Sustainable Resource Management major was revised in 2015, and changes have been made for 2016 implementation.  Students who commenced the Bachelor of Science prior to 2016, and who are majoring in Sustainable Resource Management, will automatically transition to the revised structure.  These students will not be required to complete SRMT3050 as part of the major, and alternatively will choose 10 units from a list of 3000 level Directed Courses.

From 2015, STAT1070 will now be a 1000 level STAT directed course and students must choose either STAT1020 or STAT1070 depending on the major(s) they are undertaking. Students who commenced prior to 2015 and who have completed STAT1070 are unaffected by this requirement.

From 2014 a new program structure was introduced and students who commenced the program prior to 2014 will have been advised to transition to the revised 2014 structure, wherever their pattern of enrolment allowed them to do so. Students transitioning to the revised 2014 structure must ensure that they complete all required compulsory courses for their major. Students are strongly encouraged to seek independent transition and enrolment advice from their Program Advisor.

From 2013 the previous core course SCIT2000 was removed from the program. Students who commenced prior to 2013 who completed SCIT2000 can still count this course towards their program.

• Students who have already successfully completed BIOL1050 cannot count BIOL1070 towards their program.
• Students who have already successfully completed ENVS2001 cannot count PHYS2300 towards their degree.
• Student who have already successfully completed ENVS3205 cannot count GEOS3340 towards their degree.
• Students who have already successfully completed SCIT3000 cannot count GEOG3330 towards their program.
• Students who have already successfully completed SRMT2030 can not count ENVS2009 towards their degree.
• Students who have already successfully completed MARI3400 or SCIT3000 or SCIT3500 can not count ENVS3400 towards their degree.

Electives can be chosen from all courses available at the University that do not have any other conditions (such as a course requisite) applied to them. However, the Faculty suggests the following course options that may complement your program or major.

A full list of courses that are available to study as an elective can be found in the course handbook.

An Honours year is available to students as a separate program in the form of an additional year to those who meet the entry requirements. Please refer to the BSc(Hons) program handbook for information about admission requirements for all disciplines:http://www.newcastle.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-science-honours/handbook

All students can access additional learning development mechanisms provided by the Centre for Teaching and Learning at http://www.newcastle.edu.au/current-staff/teaching-and-research/teaching-resources/supporting-students

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Student Support and Development service through The Wollotuka Institute.

It is recommended that students undertake the maths diagnostic quiz prior to enrolment to assist in selecting the appropriate level of maths. For more information please follow the link below: http://www.newcastle.edu.au/current-students/learning/study-skills/develop-your-skills/mathematics-and-statistics

Students are encouraged to undertake the highest level of mathematics that they are capable of, and should consult with the Program Convenor and/or Program Advisor. Please note that MATH1110 has prerequisites and students wanting to undertake this course should check the course handbook to see if they meet the prerequisites for enrolment in MATH1110. Please follow the link below for more information: http://www.newcastle.edu.au/course/MATH1110

It is highly recommended that students undertake a 1000 level MATH course in their first semester before undertaking either STAT1020 or STAT1070.

All International Students enrolled in the program will be provided with an orientation to familiarise them with the rules, expectations, facilities and services offered by the University. Please visit http://www.newcastle.edu.au/international/while-you-are-here/orientation to find out more about the support services available to international students.

Students with a disability who require reasonable adjustments to undertake their program should contact the Disability Support Service before semester or early in the semester. Some adjustments need up to 4 weeks lead time to organise, so it is imperative that early contact is made. The Disability Support Service and relevant Faculty and School officers will work together to ensure reasonable adjustments are provided in a timely manner.

Please note: All students must fulfil the inherent requirements of the programs and courses they are undertaking. While reasonable adjustments can be made, these adjustments cannot compromise academic integrity. It is the student's responsibility to check all the requirements of courses, and consider the effects of any medical condition or disability on their ability to complete course requirements. Please visit http://www.newcastle.edu.au/service/disability/ for more information.