Science
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Science
Length
3 years
Campuses
Melbourne, Bendigo, Albury-Wodonga
Course description
This degree is a building block for a multitude of careers, because it gives you an internationally-recognised broad grounding in many areas of science – providing a foundation which can lead to specialised postgraduate studies or a range of careers.
La Trobe offers a highly flexible degree structure, with 14 subject areas to choose from – as well as the opportunity to include subjects from other faculties as part of your degree. Because La Trobe has strong links to industry, students routinely enjoy guest lectures and work placement opportunities with leading government and research organisations – as well as volunteering opportunities which will help build your CV. Students can also access a wide range of support programs within the faculty, making transition to university much less challenging.
La Trobe is one of the fastest-growing science research organisations in Australia, with work currently underway on AgriBio, the centre for AgriBioscience, a $288-million public private partnership between the Victorian government and La Trobe University, and the $94-million La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science at the Melbourne campus. Once completed, these Centres will expand laboratory facilities as well as teaching and research opportunities for La Trobe science students.
Please note that students who enrol in the first year of this degree at the Albury-Wodonga campus must transfer to the Melbourne campus to complete the degree.
Course structure
After a broad-ranging first year, students undertake a major study at third-year level in at least one of the following areas:
Melbourne
Agricultural science, biochemistry, botany, chemistry, computer science, electronics, environmental science, genetics, mathematics, mathematics and statistics, microbiology, physics, psychology (subject to ATAR), space science, statistics, and zoology.
Bendigo
Biomedical science, biotechnology, chemistry, information technology, physics (minor only), psychology, and mathematics and statistics.
Albury-Wodonga (first year only)
Agricultural science, biochemistry, botany, chemistry, environmental management and ecology, genetics, microbiology, psychology, statistics, zoology.
Contact hours
25 hours a week (average) in first year
Subject details
Major areas of study
Biochemistry, biomedical science, biotechnology, botany, chemistry, cognitive science, computer science, biology, ecology, electronics, environmental science, genetics, microbiology, mathematics, physics, psychology, science, space science, statistics, zoology.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
23 360
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/future-undergraduatesAdditional costs (AUD)
Depending on the subjects chosen, extra costs can include a laboratory coat - about A$30 - and a dissecting kit - about A$40. Students can purchase these items from any supplier; they remain students' personal property. Additional costs for fieldtrips - food, accommodation and travel - may also apply.
Selection
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 550 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 213 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 80 with no individual score less than 20; or
Satisfactory completion of an English language subject at Year 12 or equivalent level. This must have been completed in the last two years and at an academic level acceptable to the University; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTM Foundation Studies - 60
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2011 (indicative only) - 65.25; 60.05 Bendigo; 58.65 Albury-Wodonga.
International Baccalaureate - 24
GCE A Levels - 8
Hong Kong A Levels - 6
HKDSE - 8,3
Sri Lankan A Levels - BCC
STPM - 8
MICSS (UEC) - 3A 3B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 70
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.5
Sweden Slutbetyg - G
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 65
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8.2
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 2.6
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.3
GAOKAO - see: the website
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
Prerequisites
Mathematics determined to be equivalent to the Australian VCE Units 3 & 4 Mathematical Methods (either) or Specialist Mathematics.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (February)
Additional information
Students enrolled at the Albury-Wodonga campus must transfer to either the Melbourne or Bendigo campus after successfully completing their first year.
Please note academic records and testamurs of students who complete specialisations in environmental science, space science, or statistics are annotated accordingly (e.g. Bachelor of Science (Statistics).
Career opportunities
The scope for employment is broad and depends on the chosen specialisation. It includes careers in fields such as biotechnology, materials science, chemical sciences, viticultural science, manufacturing, research science, or space physics.
Graduates with strong skills in mathematics, statistics, quantitative analysis and problem-solving are highly sought-after in a wide range of areas, including banking, engineering, financial administration, insurance, and research and development. There is a shortage of qualified chemists and of science teachers, particularly in the physical and mathematical sciences.
Professional recognition
Membership of professional associations is available according to the major studies chosen.