Program Overview

Overview

The Bachelor of Science is a three-year degree, in which you will complete 24 subjects, of which some will contribute to your major (your chosen specialisation). Incredibly flexible, you can choose to begin your specialisation immediately, if you have decided on your major, or in second year after completing foundational subjects in first year. We can help you build the degree that’s right for you by providing career advice and guiding you through your study options to ensure you reach your career goals.

Careers

Please select a major to view specific career possibilities.

Admissions information

A range of admission options are available for future students. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must achieve the required score in a previous qualification, equivalent to completing at least 13 years of schooling in Australia. To succeed in your chosen course, you should have completed relevant subjects in senior high school or other qualifications. For more information, refer to UOW's Entry Requirements page.

English Language Requirements

The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:

• English Test: IELTS Academic
• Overall Score: 6.0
• Reading: 6.0
• Writing: 6.0
• Listening: 6.0
• Speaking: 6.0
• TOEFL (Internet-based): 70
• UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Pass (weighted average mark of 50 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)

Workload

• Full-Time Study Load: As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study. You may need to factor more time for examination study and practical work & placements.

Credit for Prior Learning

If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program. Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous study or work experience related to your chosen subjects.

More detail

Fees

• International Course fees table:
  • Campus: Wollongong
  • Delivery method: On Campus
  • Session fee: $18,936 (2025)
  • Course fee: (2025)
• Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression. These fees are subject to change from year to year.

Key dates

• Autumn Session, 2025 at UOW:
  • Application Deadline: See important dates for more information
  • Orientation: Check your campus details
  • Session: 03 March - 27 June 2025
• Autumn Session, 2026 at UOW:
  • Application Deadline: Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete. If submitted late, your application may be reviewed for a future session if a decision cannot be made in time for your preferred session.
  • Session Details: For more detailed information like enrolment cutoffs and exam periods, see key dates.

Admission profile

• Student profile table:
  • Applicant background:
    • Higher education study: 84
    • Vocational education & training study: 11
    • Work & life experience: <5
    • Recent secondary education:
      • ATAR Only: 15
      • ATAR plus additional criteria: <5
      • Other criteria only (non-ATAR): 56
    • International students: 16
    • All students: 185
• ATAR profile table:
  • ATAR profile of ATAR-based offers in 2024:
    • Highest rank to receive an offer: 95.75
    • Median rank to receive an offer: 76.3
    • Lowest rank to receive an offer: 61.15

Majors and Double degrees

• Majors:
  • Still deciding
  • Cell and Molecular Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Ecology and Conservation Biology
• Double degrees:
  • Bachelor of Computer Science - Bachelor of Science (SMAH)
  • Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Science (SMAH)
  • Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
  • Bachelor of Science (SMAH) - Bachelor of Arts
  • Bachelor of Science (SMAH) - Bachelor of Business
  • Bachelor of Science (SMAH) - Bachelor of Laws

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