Program Overview

Bachelor of Biological Science

Overview

The Bachelor of Biological Science teaches you how living organisms, ranging from microbes to megaflora and megafauna, grow, reproduce, adapt and evolve. You will 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.

Majors Available

• Bachelor of Biological Science and Master of Biological Science
• Bachelor of Biological Science and Master of Biotechnology
• Biodiversity and Evolution (Extended Major)
• Plant Biology (Extended Major)
• Wildlife Conservation (Extended Major)

The Learning Experience

• Study area: Natural and Physical Sciences
• Love the outdoors? Make nature your office with these careers
• Why choose UWA

Fees and Scholarships

Domestic Student Fees

• For Commonwealth-supported places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit, based on area of study.
• Fees are subject to annual indexation.

International Student Fees

• Annual course fee: $49,200.00 (2025)
• Fees are subject to annual indexation.

Scholarships

• Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Careers and Further Study

Career Opportunities

• Botanist
• Botanic Garden Curator
• Conservation biologist
• Flora or fauna consultant
• Evolutionary biologist
• Graduate research officer
• Research Scientist
• Restoration ecologist
• Science communicator
• Wildlife officer
• Zookeeper
• Zoologist

Further Study

• Honours in Biological Science
• Honours in Genetics
• Master of Biological Science
• Master of Bioinformatics
• Master's in Molecular Sciences

Entry Requirements

• Achieve the University’s minimum entry score
• Demonstrate English language competence
• Satisfy any prerequisites for your preferred majors

About the Bachelor of Biological Science

• Ranked 1st in Australia and 24th in the world for Biological Sciences (GRAS 2024)
• Australia's flora and fauna is megadiverse, and Western Australia is home to about half of both our plant and 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

Quick Details

• Status: Available
• Minimum ATAR: 80
• Course Intake: Semester 1, Semester 2
• Full Time Completion: 3 years full time
• Course Code: BP025
• CRICOS Code: K
• Degree Type: Specialised Bachelor's Degree
• Campus Location: UWA (Crawley campus)