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CU18 - Bachelor of Science

Overview

Compulsory Residential School

Some units in this course require you to attend a compulsory Residential School or Work Integrated Learning. Please see Course Features in the Getting Started tab for further information.

Course Overview

Science underpins every aspect of human civilisation and is crucial for solving current and future medical, environmental, industrial and technological problems. In the Bachelor of Science, you will study a range of scientific units and develop of a body of knowledge and set of skills that enable you to think critically and solve complex problems. Your first year of study will incorporate skills-focused units that develop field and laboratory competencies that lead into higher degree research and are useful to careers in industry and government. You may choose from the Applied Chemistry or Applied Biology Major, and both incorporate aspects of environmental studies. In the Applied Chemistry Major, you will explore the emerging fields of nanotechnology, organic chemistry and biomaterials centered around an analytical chemistry focus. In the Applied Biology major you will focus on the study of botany and zoology and focus on Australian plants and animals, their identification, behaviour and ecophysiology.

Career Information

Knowledge and skills in science are the prerequisite for entry into many professional careers and Bachelor of Science Graduates find employment in areas as diverse as chemical and material production, medicine, mining and metals, power industry, environmental science and ecology, food technology and forensic analysis, as well as careers in research and development in the private and public sector. The two specialisations in the Bachelor of Science course are designed to deliver not only a solid foundation in scientific skills and knowledge but also the flexibility to focus on specific areas of study that are relevant to the career and employment options chosen by each student.

Course Details
Duration 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time
Credit Points that Must be Earned 144
Number of Units Required CQUniversity uses the concept of credits to express the amount of study required for a particular course and individual units. The number of units varies between courses. Units in undergraduate courses normally consist of 6 points of credit or multiples thereof (e.g. 12, 18, 24).
Expected Hours of Study One point of credit is equivalent to an expectation of approximately two hours of student work per week in a term.
Course Type Undergraduate Award
Qualification (post nominal) BSc
AQF Level Level 7: Bachelor Degree
Course Fees
Indicative Year - 2024
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $10,788
  • Domestic Full Fee Paying – Indicative First Year Fee - $24,819
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $19,140
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $37,740
Indicative Year - 2023
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $7,774
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $18,720
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $37,440
Indicative Year - 2022
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $7,512

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes
International Students
CRICOS Codes
Where and when can I start?
Units offered internally at the below campuses may be delivered using a combination of face-to-face and video conferencing style teaching.
Units offered via MIX mode are delivered online and require compulsory attendance of site-specific learning activities such as on-campus residential schools, placements and/or work integrated learning. See Course Features tab for further information. Online units are delivered using online resources only.
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The following tables list the courses availabilities by location and term. Directing your pointer over your preferred location will provide further information if this course is not available for the full duration. Please be sure to also check individual unit availability by location and term prior to enrolling.

Domestic Availability

Term 2 - 2025

Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2025

Online
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2024

Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2024

Online
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2023

Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2023

Online
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2022

Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2022

Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2021

Online
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2020

Bundaberg
Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2020

Bundaberg
Online
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2019

Bundaberg
Online
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2019

Bundaberg
Online
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2018

Bundaberg
Distance
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2018

Bundaberg
Distance
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2017

Bundaberg
Distance
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2017

Bundaberg
Distance
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2016

Bundaberg
Distance
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2016

Bundaberg
Distance
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2015

Bundaberg
Distance
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2015

Bundaberg
Distance
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2014

Bundaberg
Distance
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2014

Bundaberg
Distance
Rockhampton
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International Availability

Term 2 - 2025

Sorry, no international availabilities found.

Term 1 - 2025

Sorry, no international availabilities found.

Term 2 - 2024

Sorry, no international availabilities found.

Term 1 - 2024

Sorry, no international availabilities found.

Term 2 - 2023

Sorry, no international availabilities found.

Term 1 - 2023

Sorry, no international availabilities found.

Term 2 - 2022

Sorry, no international availabilities found.

Term 1 - 2022

Sorry, no international availabilities found.

Term 1 - 2021

Sorry, no international availabilities found.

Term 2 - 2020

Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2020

Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2019

Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2019

Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2018

Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2018

Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2017

Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2017

Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2016

Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2016

Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2015

Bundaberg
Distance
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2015

Bundaberg
Distance
Rockhampton

Term 2 - 2014

Distance
Rockhampton

Term 1 - 2014

Bundaberg
Distance
Rockhampton
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For any problems regarding admissions availability for the selected course please contact 13 CQUni (13 27 86) or send us an email at http://contactus.cqu.edu.au/
What do I need to start?
Entry Scores
Rank Threshold SR 60 | ATAR 60
Entry Requirements

English (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent

English Language Proficiency Requirements

If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.

Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:

  • A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
  • An Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) diploma level qualification, or
  • Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0

completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.

If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:

  • An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall and minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or
  • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or
  • An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.

English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study and must appear on a single result certificate.

International Students should visit http://www.cqu.edu.au/international for further information.

Each student will be assessed individually.

Assumed Knowledge

Biology, Chemistry & Maths B.

Course Features

Awards and Accreditation

Interim Awards Not applicable
Exit Awards CV93 - Diploma of Science CV94 - Associate Degree of Science
Accreditation

  • Core

    Not applicable

Residential School Requirements

Compulsory Residential School - Students studying via mixed mode will be required to attend compulsory residential schools for some units.
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Practicum/Work Placement

BIOL12050 - BIOL12050 - This unit provides students with an opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge and practical skills attained in their degree course to the professional work environment. Students will undertake either a) an industry placement, or b) a short research project for 80 hours. They will report on their experience in an appropriate format, identifying the nature of the work and activities undertaken. In this report, they will also reflect on how the knowledge gained and the skills developed during placement relate to their course of study and their future career.

Previous and Current Enrolments

Year Number of Students
2024 63
2023 72
2022 73
2021 90
2020 83
Inherent Requirements
There are Inherent Requirements (IRs) that you need to be aware of, and fulfil, to achieve the core learning outcomes of the units and course. IRs are the essential capabilities, knowledge, behaviours and skills that are needed to complete a unit or course.

Please note that in some instances there may be similarities between course, entry and inherent requirements.

If you experience difficulties meeting these requirements, reasonable adjustments may be made upon contacting accessibility@cqu.edu.au. Adjustment must not compromise the academic integrity of the degree or course chosen at CQUniversity or the legal requirements of field education.

Ethical Behaviour

Examples are:

  • Complying with academic and non-academic misconduct policies and procedures such as CQUniversity’s Student Charter, Student Misconduct Policy and Student Behavioural Misconduct Procedures and Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
  • Complying with the University Ethics Committees directions when undertaking research.
  • Respecting an individual's/group's diversity by demonstrating sensitivity to religious, cultural and individual differences.
  • Demonstrating an ability to adhere to ethics policies and reflecting on ethical dilemmas and issues concerning to practice as well as taking responsibility for ensuring ethical and professional behaviour including when dealing with animals.
  • Participating in activities where it may be necessary to humanely destroy animals (e.g. feral cats and other Class 1 pests captured during trapping activities) or to use dead animals and animal materials in laboratory learning activities (dissections).
Behavioural Stability

Examples are:

  • Interacting positively and effectively with other students, while attending all activities related to the course including field work.
  • Being receptive and responding appropriately to different viewpoints, to constructive feedback and to direction from academics and other staff.
  • Coping effectively with your own emotions, responses and behaviour, when dealing with challenging situations.
Legal Compliance

Examples are:

  • Understanding and adhering to professional policy around Occupational Health and Safety including appropriate use of social media.
  • Knowing, understanding and complying with safety requirements which are necessary pre-requisites during field and laboratory work, especially when dealing with chemicals, animals and plants, in order to reduce the risk of harm to self and others.
Communication Skills (Verbal, Non-verbal, Written and Technology)

Examples are:

  • Actively participating in discussion activities related to the course.
  • Using language that is appropriate to the context of the individual or group.
  • Verbally communicating your knowledge and skills with accuracy, appropriateness and effectiveness.
  • Present scientific work to various audiences.
  • Recognising and interpreting non-verbal cues of peers and others and responding appropriately.
  • Having access to a computer and having some computer skills to engage in on-line learning, reading and responding to emails, and completing relevant tasks and assessments for the course.
  • Constructing your assessment work to academic standards with attention to correct grammar and punctuation.
  • Constructing fluent summarised written text from complex and detailed information.
  • Constructing legible reports in a timely manner to meet professional standards and clearly communicating the intended message.
  • Having access to a computer for your studies.
  • Regularly accessing the Internet for research and email for communication with peers and lecturers.
  • Analysing, manipulating and displaying scientific information using a variety of specific courses.
Cognitive Abilities (Knowledge and Cognitive Skills, Literacy and Numeracy)

Examples are:

  • Conceptualising and using appropriate knowledge in response to academic assessment items.
  • Performing your duties within set time-frames.
  • Summarising, paraphrasing and referencing in accordance with appropriate academic conventions.
  • Actively listening to information within a variety of academic and professional settings.
  • Reading and accurately interpreting scientific information.
  • Completing documentation that is accurate, clear and concise.
  • Demonstrating competency in applying basic mathematics knowledge and skills when reading scientific information and equipment.
  • Demonstrating effective use of numeracy skills to record accurate measurements during field and laboratory work.
  • Applying numeracy skills to interpret and solve problems in a range of settings and situations.
  • Interpreting graphical information when reading scientific publications.
Sensory Abilities (Visual, Auditory, Tactile)

Examples are:

  • Focussing on and recognising objects that are either near or far.
  • Observing and detecting subtle differences and changes in colours, including interpreting aerial photographs and analysing biological and geological samples.
  • Safely operating electronic equipment.
  • Looking through optical equipment such as microscopes.
  • Observing and detecting subtle differences and changes in the physical environment, such as flora, fauna, water, atmosphere, soils geology and the built environment.
  • Sufficiently hearing verbal communication from other students and lecturers during activities related to the course.
  • Having sufficient auditory ability to consistently and accurately monitor, assess and manage electronic instruments.
Sustainable Performance

Examples are:

  • Actively participating in activities related to the course with adequate, sustained levels of physical energy and concentration.
  • Actively participating in laboratory and field activities.
Strength and Mobility (Gross Motor Skills and Fine Motor Skills)

Examples are:

  • Incorporating a range of gross motor skills while participating effectively in activities related to the course, including transporting and operating field and laboratory equipment.
  • Maintaining balance while safely transferring delicate equipment.
  • Moving with ease around equipment items while performing various tasks.
  • Safely retrieving and utilising stock and equipment.
  • Physically manipulating material, systems and processes, including mixing concrete, sieving soil, and collecting and transporting samples of flora, fauna, water, gas, soil and rocks.
  • Manipulating delicate, breakable equipment with ease and care.
  • Handling test tubes, Petri dishes and other breakable equipment with care.
  • Handling animals both in field and laboratory situations.
  • Handling potentially harmful chemicals.
Interpersonal Engagement
  • Interacting respectfully and constructively with Indigenous Australians, landowners, concerned citizens, industry and government representatives, and all other relevant stakeholders.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Abilities
  • Using computers to prepare and submit scientific reports electronically.
  • Analysing instrumentation data accessible via a computer interface.
  • Analysing and processing data either sourced from a computer or generated externally.
  • Liaising with peers and academic staff in regards to learning and assessments.
Compulsory Requirements
COVID-19 Vaccination Advice

Effective 25 September 2023, updates have been made to the COVID-19 vaccination mandate for Queensland Health sites and the Queensland Ambulance Service. While Queensland Health does not currently mandate evidence of COVID-19 vaccination, it's essential to recognise that other organisations may enforce their own vaccination specific criteria. This situation is similar across other states and territories, with the exception of Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia, where COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory for all healthcare students.    

Core Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Applied Biology Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Demonstrate broad theoretical and technical knowledge of the basic concepts of science
  • 2. Communicate concepts, arguments and results to a range of audiences, for a range of purposes, using a variety of modes
  • 3. Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to issues in the field of science
  • 4. Review, comprehend and evaluate new information, concepts and evidence from a range of sources in the field of science
  • 5. Apply relevant field and laboratory techniques in a range of contexts
  • 6. Interact professionally and ethically within teams.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Applied Chemistry Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Demonstrate broad theoretical and technical knowledge of the basic concepts of science
  • 2. Present concepts, arguments and results to a range of audiences, for a range of purposes, using a variety of modes
  • 3. Apply critical thinking and problem solving skills to issues in the field of science
  • 4. Review, comprehend and evaluate new information, concepts and evidence from a range of sources in the field of science
  • 5. Use relevant field and laboratory techniques in a range of contexts
  • 6. Interact professionally and ethically within teams.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Animal Biology Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Chemistry Analytics Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Entrepreneurship Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Liberal Studies Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Plant and Crop Systems Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Plant Biology Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Course Structure

In order to complete this course, you must:

  1. Complete the core structure
  2. Complete 1 major
  3. Complete 2 minors

Core Structure

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Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

The Bachelor of Science Course has eight compulsory units. Five of the compulsory units are studied in the first year of the course, two of the compulsory units are studied in the second year and one compulsory unit is studied in the third year. One of the second-year compulsory units, BIOL12050 Professional Placement or Project, provides students the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge and practical skills attained in their degree course to the professional work environment.

In addition to the eight compulsory units, students must study one major. The major can be either of the following two disciplines:

  • Applied Biology - Major 8 units, 48 credit points
  • Applied Chemistry - Major 8 units, 48 credit points

Students studying the Applied Biology Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Chemistry Analytics – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

Students studying the Applied Chemistry Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Animal Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

The Bachelor of Science Course has eight compulsory units. Five of the compulsory units are studied in the first year of the course, two of the compulsory units are studied in the second year and one compulsory unit is studied in the third year. One of the second-year compulsory units, BIOL12050 Professional Placement or Project, provides students the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge and practical skills attained in their degree course to the professional work environment.

In addition to the eight compulsory units, students must study one major. The major can be either of the following two disciplines:

  • Applied Biology - Major 8 units, 48 credit points
  • Applied Chemistry - Major 8 units, 48 credit points

Students studying the Applied Biology Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Chemistry Analytics – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

Students studying the Applied Chemistry Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Animal Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
BIOL11102 Life Science Laboratory
CHEM11043 Atoms, Molecules and Matter
CHEM11044 Chemical Reactions
ENVR11014 Environmental Monitoring
SCIE11023 Scientific Research Fundamentals
BIOL12050 Professional Placement or Project
BIOL12105 Scientific Analysis and Statistics
EVST19007 Environmental and Social Impact Assessment

Applied Biology Major

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Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

The Bachelor of Science Course has eight compulsory units. Five of the compulsory units are studied in the first year of the course, two of the compulsory units are studied in the second year and one compulsory unit is studied in the third year. One of the second-year compulsory units, BIOL12050 Professional Placement or Project, provides students the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge and practical skills attained in their degree course to the professional work environment.

In addition to the eight compulsory units, students must study one major. The major can be either of the following two disciplines:

  • Applied Biology - Major 8 units, 48 credit points
  • Applied Chemistry - Major 8 units, 48 credit points

Students studying the Applied Biology Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Chemistry Analytics – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

Students studying the Applied Chemistry Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Animal Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

The Applied Biology Major is available to students studying the Bachelor of Science. Students outside the Bachelor of Science who wish to study the Applied Biology Major must study the prerequisite units: BIOL11102 Life Science Laboratory and ENVR11014 Environmental Monitoring.

Note - participation in residential schools is required in this Minor.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
MBIO19013 Environmental Microbiology
BIOL12107 Genomes, Genetics & Evolution
BOTN19001 Australian Botany
BIOL12112 Animal and Plant Physiology
ZOOL19002 Australian Vertebrate Fauna
EVST19020 Environmental Management Systems
BOTN13002 Plants and the Environment
ZOOL13015 Environmental Physiology of Animals

Applied Chemistry Major

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Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

The Bachelor of Science Course has eight compulsory units. Five of the compulsory units are studied in the first year of the course, two of the compulsory units are studied in the second year and one compulsory unit is studied in the third year. One of the second-year compulsory units, BIOL12050 Professional Placement or Project, provides students the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge and practical skills attained in their degree course to the professional work environment.

In addition to the eight compulsory units, students must study one major. The major can be either of the following two disciplines:

  • Applied Biology - Major 8 units, 48 credit points
  • Applied Chemistry - Major 8 units, 48 credit points

Students studying the Applied Biology Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Chemistry Analytics – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

Students studying the Applied Chemistry Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Animal Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

The Applied Chemistry Major is available to students studying the Bachelor of Science. Students outside the Bachelor of Science who wish to study the Applied Chemistry Major must study the prerequisite units: CHEM11043 Atoms, Molecules and Matter and CHEM11044 Chemical Reactions.

Note - participation in residential schools is required in this Minor.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
CHEM11045 Chemical Investigation and Theory
CHEM12079 Inorganic Chemistry
CHEM12080 Organic Chemistry
CHEM19085 Environmental Chemistry
CHEM13083 Physical Chemistry
CHEM13080 Analytical Science
CHEM13081 Biomaterials: Environmental and Medical Applications
Available units
Students must complete 1 from the following units:
CHEM13082 Nanotechnology: Health and the environment
CHEM13084 Bio-Organic Chemistry

Animal Biology Minor

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Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

The Bachelor of Science Course has eight compulsory units. Five of the compulsory units are studied in the first year of the course, two of the compulsory units are studied in the second year and one compulsory unit is studied in the third year. One of the second-year compulsory units, BIOL12050 Professional Placement or Project, provides students the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge and practical skills attained in their degree course to the professional work environment.

In addition to the eight compulsory units, students must study one major. The major can be either of the following two disciplines:

  • Applied Biology - Major 8 units, 48 credit points
  • Applied Chemistry - Major 8 units, 48 credit points

Students studying the Applied Biology Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Chemistry Analytics – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

Students studying the Applied Chemistry Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Animal Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

The Animal Biology Minor is available to students studying the Bachelor of Science. However the Minor cannot be taken with the Applied Biology Major or with the Plant Biology Minor. Students outside the Bachelor of Science who wish to study the Animal Biology Minor must study the prerequisite units: BIOL11102 Life Science Laboratory and ENVR11014 Environmental Monitoring.

Note - participation in residential schools is required in this Minor.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
BIOL12107 Genomes, Genetics & Evolution
BIOL12112 Animal and Plant Physiology
ZOOL19002 Australian Vertebrate Fauna
ZOOL13015 Environmental Physiology of Animals

Chemistry Analytics Minor

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Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

The Bachelor of Science Course has eight compulsory units. Five of the compulsory units are studied in the first year of the course, two of the compulsory units are studied in the second year and one compulsory unit is studied in the third year. One of the second-year compulsory units, BIOL12050 Professional Placement or Project, provides students the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge and practical skills attained in their degree course to the professional work environment.

In addition to the eight compulsory units, students must study one major. The major can be either of the following two disciplines:

  • Applied Biology - Major 8 units, 48 credit points
  • Applied Chemistry - Major 8 units, 48 credit points

Students studying the Applied Biology Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Chemistry Analytics – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

Students studying the Applied Chemistry Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Animal Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

The Chemistry Analytics Minor is available to students studying the Bachelor of Science and other courses throughout CQUniversity. However, this Minor cannot be taken with the Chemistry Major. Students outside the Bachelor of Science who wish to study the Chemistry Analytics Minor must study the prerequisite units: CHEM11043 Atoms, Molecules and Matter and CHEM11044 Chemical Reactions.

Note - participation in residential schools is required in this Minor.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
CHEM19085 Environmental Chemistry
CHEM12077 Food Science & Analysis
CHEM13080 Analytical Science
CHEM13081 Biomaterials: Environmental and Medical Applications

Entrepreneurship Minor

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Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

The Bachelor of Science Course has eight compulsory units. Five of the compulsory units are studied in the first year of the course, two of the compulsory units are studied in the second year and one compulsory unit is studied in the third year. One of the second-year compulsory units, BIOL12050 Professional Placement or Project, provides students the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge and practical skills attained in their degree course to the professional work environment.

In addition to the eight compulsory units, students must study one major. The major can be either of the following two disciplines:

  • Applied Biology - Major 8 units, 48 credit points
  • Applied Chemistry - Major 8 units, 48 credit points

Students studying the Applied Biology Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Chemistry Analytics – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

Students studying the Applied Chemistry Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Animal Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

The Entrepreneurship Minor is available to students studying the Bachelor of Science and other courses throughout CQUniversity. All prerequisites for the Entrepreneurship Minor can be met within the four units of the Minor.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
MGMT11109 Introduction to Business
MRKT11029 Marketing Fundamentals
MRKT13014 New Product Development and Branding
MGMT13151 Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups

Liberal Studies Minor

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Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

The Bachelor of Science Course has eight compulsory units. Five of the compulsory units are studied in the first year of the course, two of the compulsory units are studied in the second year and one compulsory unit is studied in the third year. One of the second-year compulsory units, BIOL12050 Professional Placement or Project, provides students the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge and practical skills attained in their degree course to the professional work environment.

In addition to the eight compulsory units, students must study one major. The major can be either of the following two disciplines:

  • Applied Biology - Major 8 units, 48 credit points
  • Applied Chemistry - Major 8 units, 48 credit points

Students studying the Applied Biology Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Chemistry Analytics – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

Students studying the Applied Chemistry Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Animal Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

The Liberal Studies Minor enables students to compile a Minor of their choice that is consistent with an area of interest and/or career requirements not already covered in the above Majors and Minors. When choosing units for this Liberal Studies Minor, students must ensure that the number of Level 1 units within the Bachelor of Science must not exceed 12. In addition, all prerequisites must be met. Students should also ensure that the Minor consists of at least two Level 3 units.

Students are to consult the Course Advice Team when selecting units for the Liberal Studies Minor.

Note - depending on the units selected, participation in residential schools may be required in this Minor.

Plant and Crop Systems Minor

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Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

The Bachelor of Science Course has eight compulsory units. Five of the compulsory units are studied in the first year of the course, two of the compulsory units are studied in the second year and one compulsory unit is studied in the third year. One of the second-year compulsory units, BIOL12050 Professional Placement or Project, provides students the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge and practical skills attained in their degree course to the professional work environment.

In addition to the eight compulsory units, students must study one major. The major can be either of the following two disciplines:

  • Applied Biology - Major 8 units, 48 credit points
  • Applied Chemistry - Major 8 units, 48 credit points

Students studying the Applied Biology Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Chemistry Analytics – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

Students studying the Applied Chemistry Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Animal Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

The Plant and Crop Systems Minor is available to students studying the Bachelor of Science and other courses throughout CQUniversity. All prerequisites for the Minor can be met within the four units.


Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
AGRI11002 Plant Science and Crop Production
AGRI12002 Weeds, Pests and Plant Diseases
AGRI13008 Agriculture Technology Transformation: The Future of Food and Fibre
AGRI13009 Sustainable Agricultural Development: Local and Global

Plant Biology Minor

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Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

The Bachelor of Science Course has eight compulsory units. Five of the compulsory units are studied in the first year of the course, two of the compulsory units are studied in the second year and one compulsory unit is studied in the third year. One of the second-year compulsory units, BIOL12050 Professional Placement or Project, provides students the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge and practical skills attained in their degree course to the professional work environment.

In addition to the eight compulsory units, students must study one major. The major can be either of the following two disciplines:

  • Applied Biology - Major 8 units, 48 credit points
  • Applied Chemistry - Major 8 units, 48 credit points

Students studying the Applied Biology Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Chemistry Analytics – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

Students studying the Applied Chemistry Major must choose two minors, from the list below:

  • Animal Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Entrepreneurship – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Liberal Studies – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant and Crop Systems – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits
  • Plant Biology – Minor, 4 Units, 24 Credits

The Plant Biology Minor is available to students studying the Bachelor of Science. However the Minor cannot be taken with the Applied Biology Major or with the Animal Biology Minor. Students outside the Bachelor of Science who wish to study the Plant Biology Minor must study the prerequisite units: BIOL11102 Life Science Laboratory and ENVR11014 Environmental Monitoring.

Note - participation in residential schools is required in this Minor.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
BIOL12107 Genomes, Genetics & Evolution
BIOL12112 Animal and Plant Physiology
BOTN19001 Australian Botany
BOTN13002 Plants and the Environment
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