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Bachelor of Biological Science

ProviderThe University of Western Australia
Course code: TISCUP025UniversityStudy area: Natural and Physical SciencesData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesAugust 2026 · Crawley · WA

Course overview

There is no better place to study than right here in Western Australia. Our living laboratory gives you the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in your studies. Our Bachelor of Biological Science teaches you how living organisms, ranging from microbes to megaflora and megafauna, grow, reproduce, adapt and evolve. You'll learn how species and ecological communities can be managed, conserved and restored, using techniques ranging from genetic analysis, to data collection from whole populations and ecosystems, to big data synthesis science.

Why study this degree at UWA:

  • UWA is ranked 1st in Australia and 24th in the world for Biological Sciences (GRAS 2024)
  • Australia's flora and fauna are megadiverse, and WA is home to more than half of the plant species and almost half of our animal species
  • The specific skills and knowledge developed and demonstrated by graduates are highly valued by employers and will make you highly competitive in the job market

Career opportunities:

Biologist, Botanist, Ecologist, Environmental Scientist, Wildlife Officer, Zoologist

Get career-ready with a UWA degree

At UWA, all our degrees include the option to take internships or Work Integrated Learning units, and, along with mentoring and volunteering opportunities, these can help you stand out in the job market and increase your employability. Find out more about how we can prepare you for your dream career, from first job to long-term goals.

Course record

Majors

Biodiversity and Evolution (Extended Major)

The Biodiversity and Evolution extended major explores the evolution and maintenance of the outstanding biodiversity that exists in Australia, with a special emphasis on Western Australia, a globally recognised hotspot of exceptional terrestrial biodiversity. You’ll explore the basics of animal and plant biology and how these systems have evolved, adapted and diversified.

Plant Biology (Extended Major)

Plant Biology is an exciting and rapidly developing discipline, with many applications in fields as diverse as agriculture, conservation biology, marine biology and developing biological solutions to environmental problems. You’ll learn to apply scientific knowledge from botany, molecular sciences and genetics, working on applications to real-world problems such as how plants adapt to climate change and how to produce healthier and more sustainable foods for the future.

Wildlife Conservation (Extended Major)

Focusing on unique Australian fauna, the Wildlife Conservation extended major allows you to learn about the processes leading to the exceptional biodiversity that exists today, the threats facing this biodiversity and the management strategies and policies that can be used to limit, and in some cases reverse, the impact of these threats. 

Career Opportunities

Biologist, Botanist, Ecologist, Environmental Scientist, Wildlife Officer, Zoologist

Entry requirements

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24-26

Use the ATAR 70 band together with the relevant qualification and prerequisite requirements.

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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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Past offer reference

Current-course cases first, supplemented by same-institution scored cases.

Scored cases
Source countriesChina
Common pathwayBachelor background
Target levelBachelor degree
Offer fieldsBachelor of Arts (English and Literary Studies)
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ChinaBachelor background
Bachelor of Arts (English and Literary Studies)Bachelor degree · Bachelor of Arts (English and Literary Studies) · Offshore
gpa 4GPA 2.76/4.02.76/4.00 · lower band · approx. top 30-35%

Campuses & intake dates

Upcoming intakes

  • CrawleyWAAugust 2026
  • CrawleyWAFebruary 2026
  • CrawleyWA