Students undertake an alternative entry pathway to a science degree at USC, developing academic and scientific skills and building core knowledge in a range of science disciplines.
Students can specialise in animal ecology, biology, biomedical science, chemistry, environmental health science, environmental science, health promotion, nutrition, sport and exercise science, and sustainability. Entry is guaranteed to the Bachelor of Science at USC on completion.
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
Students can specialise in animal ecology, biology, biomedical science, chemistry, environmental health science, environmental science, health promotion, nutrition, sport and exercise science, and sustainability. Entry is guaranteed to the Bachelor of Science at USC on completion.
USC also offers Associate Degrees in Arts, Business and Medical Laboratory Science.
Career opportunities
Science-related fields, refer to separate entry for Bachelor of Science.
Program structure
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must complete the courses as listed below in the Program Structure:
- 6 required introductory courses
- 2 elective courses
- 8-course science pathway
Program notes
- MTH100 does not assume you have successfully completed Years 11-12 Mathematics B (or equivalent). MTH100 does not meet the prerequisite necessary to enrol in advanced level mathematics courses. Should you wish to proceed to 200 or 300 level mathematics courses, you would first need to successfully complete MTH100 and then MTH102 .
- MTH102 assumes you have successfully completed Years 11-12 Mathematics B (or equivalent). Note that MTH102 is a prerequisite for advanced level (200 and 300 level) mathematics courses.
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Students must ensure that no more than 10 courses at 100 level are undertaken within this program.
- It is highly recommended that students consider enrolling in relevant enabling courses.
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Program structure
Introductory courses (6)
COR109 Microbial Pathogenesis
LFS100 Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology
SCI105 Advanced Haematology
SCI110 Medical Biochemistry
Plus choose one (1) of the following:
MTH100 Principles of Nutrition
MTH102 Nutritional Biochemistry
Plus choose one (1) of the following:
SET111 Cardiac and Respiratory Emergencies
or one (1) introductory course from the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering
Elective courses (2)
Select two (2) elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Pathway courses
Select one (1) pathway (8 courses) from the links below, for course selection and enrolment information:
- Animal Ecology
- Biology
- Biomedical Science
- Chemistry
- Environmental Health Science
- Environmental Science
- Health Promotion
- Nutrition
- Sport and Exercise Science
- Sustainability
Total units: 192
Recommended study sequences
- Animal Ecology pathway: Study Plan
- Biology pathway: Study Plan
- Biomedical Science pathway: Study Plan
- Chemistry pathway: Study Plan
- Environmental Health Science pathway: Study Plan
- Environmental Science pathway: Study Plan
- Health Promotion pathway: Study Plan
- Nutrition pathway: Study Plan
- Sports and Exercise Science pathway: Study Plan
- Sustainability pathway: Study Plan