Overview

Practically apply your knowledge and learn on the job as you work as a scientist for a whole year – and get paid for it – with a 12-month work placement. You’ll emerge with the networks and experience to give you a competitive edge.

Build up your CV with real industry experience as you study with Work Integrated Learning, guaranteed for all our bachelor degrees. This Professional Degree includes a 12-month paid work placement and three industry-linked projects. Benefit from Swinburne’s industry partnerships, gain invaluable work experience and earn credit towards your degree. Science (Professional) degree takes place at Swinburne University of Technology.

Your career opportunities

Forensic scientist
Sustainability analyst
Meteorologist and climate modeller
Pathologist
Astrophysicist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Concepts of Biology
Preliminary Mathematics
Calculus and Applications
Chemistry
Energy and Motion
Sustainability Challenges in Science
Societal Challenges in Science

Grand Challenges in Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-25 00:00:00 , National

More details

International: It is strongly advised that you consider applying at least three months in advance of the intake’s start date.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

375 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia

Disciplines

Natural Sciences View 112 other Bachelors in Natural Sciences in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code 095882G
Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent overseas qualification.
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in any English (except EAL) or 30 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or equivalent.
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 20 in any mathematics or equivalent.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

44510 AUD / year

≈ 44510 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9537 AUD / year

≈ 9537 AUD / year

Living costs

Melbourne

Australia

1501 - 2659 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Your career opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Melbourne

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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