Science (Double Degree)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Science Double Degree Program
Length
4.5 years full-time (4 years in accelerated program) or up to 9 years part-time.
Campuses
Melbourne, Bendigo
Course description
This course allows the combination any two eligible three-year degree courses within the Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering, offering students the chance to engage in two science specialisations they particularly enjoy.
Students can choose from the following list of Bachelor degrees, but please note availability varies according to campus: Animal and Veterinary Biosciences, Biological Science, Biotechnology and Cell Biology, Computer Science, Computer Science in Games Technology, Human Nutrition, Information Systems, Information Technology, Biomedical Science, Medicinal Chemistry, Psychological Science, Wildlife and Conservation Biology.
La Trobe is one of the fastest-growing science research organisations in Australia, with work currently underway to build AgriBio, the Centre for AgriBioscience a $288 million public private partnership with the Victorian government and La Trobe University, and the $94-million La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science (LIMS) at the Melbourne campus. Once completed, these Centres will expand laboratory facilities as well as teaching and research opportunities for La Trobe's science students.
Course structure
Advisers help students plan an individual program based on their chosen courses. In addition to their studies, students can access the Faculty's industry experience and student support programs.
Contact hours
Between 24 and 30 hours a week (average), depending on subjects chosen.
Subject details
Major areas of study
Science, physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, statistics, computer science, environmental science, space science, animal science, psychology, medical science, biotechnology, ecology, conservation biology, information systems, information technology, nutritional science,cognitive science, medicinal chemistry, scientific computing, chemical science.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
VTAC
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
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.
Students usually also purchase their own copy of practical notes for subjects. These cost about A$15 per subject, and remain the personal property of students.
Middle Band
Successful completion of Chemistry, Physics, or Specialist Mathematics facilitates an additional 1.5 aggregate points per study, to a maximum of 3 points. Consideration is also given to Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) criteria; and a regional bonus may apply.
Selection
(ATARs current for 2011)
Melbourne: ATAR 82.10
Bendigo: ATAR 80.20
Guaranteed Entry (Year 12 applicants only): applicants with an ATAR of 80 or above receive a first-round offer; those with lower ATARs are considered through normal selection processes.
Non-Year 12 selection Non-Year 12 selection may be based on ATAR, Pi form, GPA, STAT Multiple Choice.
Extra requirements
Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Pi form if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. They may also be asked to complete a maths test.
Prerequisites
VCE Units 3 & 4: English (any) and Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics. Minimum ATAR of 80.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Career opportunities
Broad-ranging skills and highly specialised knowledge are likely to give graduates diverse employment options - see the Bachelor of Science for more information.
Professional recognition
Depending on their program and major choices, graduates may be eligible for accreditation with relevant science professional associations.