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Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours)

ProviderThe University of Queensland
Course code: QTAC731901UniversityStudy area: Other Natural and Physical SciencesData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesJuly 2026 · St Lucia · QLD

Course overview

Students challenge and develop their critical thinking and analytical skills in this elite four-year program and prepare for a rewarding career in science research and industry. Throughout the program students work alongside researchers and collaborate with their peers on innovative research projects to challenge their problem-solving capabilities and develop research, analytical and communications skills. In the first year, a broad range of advanced courses will build interdisciplinary scientific knowledge and practical skills. Students develop their scientific expertise and technical skills through a core specialisation. They choose from over 20 specialist fields from across science and mathematics or diversify their skill set by choosing from 46 minors in other study areas, including languages, communication, design, and economics. The final year will be dedicated to an independent research project in a chosen specialisation. For more information, visit Bachelor of Advanced Science (Hons) at UQ.

Course record

Career Opportunities
Research institutes; private, public sector and charity organisations; universities; hospitals and healthcare; defence; conservation; finance.
Majors
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; environmental science; food science and nutrition; food technology; genetics; geographical science, marine biology, mathematics, microbiology, physics; plant science; psychology (only available as a second major); public health; statistics; zoology. 11 extended majors, 34 science minors and 47 general minors are also available.

Entry requirements

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IB Diploma

34.6-37.2

Admission is assessed against the qualification, prerequisite and English requirements for the course.

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English requirement
IELTS 6.5, no band below 6TOEFL iBT 79, no band below 20PTE Academic 58-64, no band below 50Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 176-184, no band below 169

If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.

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Student profile

Total students146
#2025
Higher education entry7 · 5.0%
5.0%
School leavers (ATAR)131 · 94.2%
94.2%
Secondary education<5 · <5%
<5%
Vocational pathway<5 · <5%
<5%
Other entry pathways0 · 0.0%
0.0%
International students<5 · <5%
<5%

Campuses & intake dates

Upcoming intakes

  • St LuciaQLDFebruary 2026
  • St LuciaQLDJuly 2026
  • St LuciaQLD