Science (Palaeontology), Bachelor

Discover our world Love science but not sure which path to take? The Bachelor of Science lets you design your own degree based on your strengths and emerging interests. From Chemistry to Palaeontology, Genetics to Geophysics... we support your scientific curiosity.Our degree is ranked best for Science in South Australia, and among the top 104 in the world^{^}.What will you do? Whether you want to use your critical thinking to help drive global change or join the cutting-edge of research, our Bachelor of Science will give you the skills you need. You will:

• become an adaptable scientist as you learn the skills to evolve with one of the fastest-growing sectors
• learn from world-class researchers who are experts in their field
• develop connections in the science world through internships
• engage with new ideas through discovery and experiential learning
• develop in-depth discipline knowledge through a major
• build highly sought-after skills in communication, critical thinking and creative problem solving
• access research facilities of international significance.

You can pursue any of the following major areas of study: 

• Biochemistry
• Bioinformatics
• Chemistry
• Ecology and Environmental Science
• Evolutionary Biology
• Genetics
• Geology
• Microbiology and Immunology
• Palaeontology
• Physics
• Plant Biology
• Soil Science
• Theoretical Physics

You can also undertake a double major in:

• Chemistry (double)
• Experimental and Theoretical Physics
• Geology (Earth Resources)
• Geology (Geophysics)
• Palaeontology - Evolution
• Palaeontology - Geology
• Physics (Geophysics)

Where could it take you? You could surround yourself with plants as botanist, work in stem cell research, take up teaching or apply your skills in the business world. You might help the public engage with science through games and apps. Perhaps you’ll launch your abilities as a space entrepreneur, one of the many emerging science roles we’re only just beginning to imagine.
Direct access to industry leaders and paid internship opportunities: The Academy by Deloitte
This degree gives you the opportunity to be part of our new The Academy by Deloitte You’ll be part of a supportive student cohort that learns from one another and industry leaders. Formal and informal experiences will allow you to build relationships within the Deloitte network.

• Ranked 124 globally for Natural Sciences^{^}
• Five star rating for student support in science^#
• STEM jobs growing twice as fast as any other jobs^**

^{^}QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2022
^#Good Universities Guide, 2021
^**Labour Force Survey, Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2019