Overview

The Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) offered at the University of Queensland is a specialised program that provides high-achieving future leaders the opportunity to pursue their scientific passion and gain extensive research experience under the guidance of prominent research scientists and thought leaders.

Throughout your program you’ll work alongside researchers and collaborate with your peers on cutting-edge research projects to challenge your problem-solving capabilities and develop your research, analytical and communications skills.

In first year, a broad range of advanced courses will enhance your interdisciplinary scientific knowledge and practical skills.

You’ll then develop your scientific expertise and technical skills through a core specialisation. Choose from 24 specialist fields from across science and mathematics.

Program highlights

Our new program structure gives you increased flexibility and more study options for greater career opportunities. Choose from 24 specialisations, 24 majors and 32 minors.
Follow your curiosity outside the world of science. Combine your specialisation with a choice of 46 minors in languages, communication, design or economics.
From the very beginning of your degree you’ll work alongside distinguished researchers and contribute to scientific research - essentially giving you a research apprenticeship.
Embark on an excellent pathway to further studies in medicine or a higher degree by research, such as a PhD.

Career possibilities

The programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Depending on which major you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

Biochemist

Embryologist

Palaeo-environmental scientist

Biodiversity project officer

Exploration technician

Biomedical engineer

Wildlife management officer

Mine geologist

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Applied Mathematics

Archaeological Science

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Bioinformatics

Biomedical Science

Cell Biology

Chemistry

Coastal and Ocean Science

Computer Science

Earth Science

Ecology and Conservation Biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-08 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-07-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-05-23 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

64 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Brisbane, Australia
Brisbane, Australia

Disciplines

Physics Earth Sciences Natural Sciences View 42 other Bachelors in Physics 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Code: 079390F

Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C); Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C); Two of Agricultural Science, Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science, Specialist Mathematics or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C), at least one of which must be Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

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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

54096 AUD / year

≈ 54096 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9464 AUD / year

≈ 9464 AUD / year

Living costs

Brisbane

Australia

1402 - 2528 AUD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Program highlights

Career possibilities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Brisbane

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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