Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Innovation

Program Overview

Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Innovation

Overview

The Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Innovation is a double degree that combines science with technology and business management to drive innovation, start your own ventures, or help solve local and global scientific challenges.

Professional Recognition and Accreditation

Refer to individual majors for professional recognition information.

Admission Criteria

ATAR Pathway

• Minimum ATAR: 70
• Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites):
  • Agricultural Science: Mathematics Applications ATAR
  • Biochemistry: Mathematics Applications ATAR
  • Chemistry: Mathematics Applications ATAR, Chemistry ATAR
  • Coastal and Marine Science: Mathematics Applications ATAR
  • Data Science: Mathematics Methods ATAR
  • Earth Science: Mathematics Applications ATAR
  • Environmental Science: Mathematics Applications ATAR
  • Food Science: Mathematics Applications ATAR
  • Information & Communication Technology: Mathematics Applications ATAR
  • Mathematics: Mathematics Methods ATAR
  • Physics: Mathematics Methods ATAR, Physics ATAR
  • Software Development: Mathematics Applications ATAR

Alternative Pathways

• UniReady: If you don’t meet our minimum admission criteria, the UniReady Enabling Program can help you qualify for entry into a range of undergraduate courses.
• Certificate IV + English Competency: The certificate IV is the minimum requirement for university entry. It qualifies you for entry to Curtin courses with a 70 ATAR. You must also meet English language proficiency and check that you meet any extra subject prerequisites (where applicable).
• STAT entry: The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria. STAT can be used to meet entry criteria for some courses, or as a way to satisfy Curtin’s English proficiency requirements.

English Requirements

• IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System):
  • Writing: 6
  • Speaking: 6
  • Reading: 6
  • Listening: 6
  • Overall band score: 6

Fees and Scholarships

Australian and New Zealand Student Indicative Fees

• 2025 Fee year: $11,600* (Commonwealth supported)
• Fees are indicative first year only and are subject to passage of legislation.

Location

• Curtin Perth

How to Apply

• Direct to Curtin: Apply directly to Curtin University.
• Apply as a high school student: Apply for Semester 1, 2025 via TISC.
• Get alerts for future intakes: Receive notifications for future intakes.

Course Structure

• Duration: 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time study
• Credit: A full-time study load usually consists of 200 credits (approximately eight units) per year, with 100 credits (approximately four units) in each semester.
• CRICOS: E

Science Majors

• Agricultural Science
• Biochemistry
• Chemistry
• Coastal and Marine Science
• Data Science
• Earth Sciences
• Environmental Science
• Food Science
• Information and Communication Technology
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Software Development

Specialisations

• Actuarial Mathematics
• Advanced Geophysical Methods
• Agricultural and Environmental Genetics
• Agricultural Science
• Agriculture Extension
• Analytical and Forensic Chemistry
• Applied Finance
• Applied Physics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Astrophysics
• Biological and Medicinal Chemistry
• Chemistry
• Chemistry of Sustainable Development
• Environmental Biology
• Environmental Geoscience
• Environmental Management
• Food Science
• Industrial Mathematics
• Information and Communication Technology
• Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• Internet of Things
• Marine Science
• Materials Science
• Mathematical Physics
• Mine Planning and Operations
• Mining and Metallurgical Operations
• Mining Geoscience
• Optimisation
• Pre-Masters Secondary Teaching
• Statistical Data Science

Career Opportunities

• Biotech innovator
• Renewable energy specialist
• Environmental consultant
• Tech innovation manager
• IT innovation strategist
• Software innovation consultant
• Climate change analyst
• Entrepreneur
• Industry consultant
• Resource industry analyst

Industries

• Food development and processing
• Resources
• Technology
• Agriculture
• Scientific enquiry
• Energy
• Materials
• Consulting
• Government organisations
• Non-profit / NGOs