StudyQA — Bachelor: Science — University of New England

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Description

The course is designed to provide students with the skills and techniques necessary for solving problems associated with a broad of range of issues. The extensive range of majors available in established and emerging, generalist and specialist sciences, are all underpinned by cutting edge research. In first year students are encouraged to establish a broad science base which allows for flexibility in choosing an appropriate major or majors. The major completed will appear on the academic record and testamur. A fourth year is required for Honours.

Articulation pathways from NSW TAFE have been approved for the following majors/combined majors: Applied Physics; Biochemistry; Biodiversity/Ecology; Biotechnology/Molecular Genetics; Botany; Chemistry; Crop/Animal Sciences; Genetics; Microbiology; Physiology; Zoology.

Students articulating from an approved NSW TAFE Diploma or Advanced Diploma will be granted advanced standing - the amount of advanced standing varies depending on the major/combined major being completed.

Career Opportunities

Exciting career options are possible in small to large business, industry, government, teaching and research for graduates of the Bachelor of Science. Opportunities include positions in computing, consulting, botanical and zoological gardens, museums, manufacturing, electronics, mining and oil, as well as in biochemical, chemical, clinical, engineering, forensic, medical, microbiological, physiological and physics laboratories. Teaching is also an option after completing a Graduate Diploma in Education or a combined teaching program. Research and postgraduate study are other common pathways for our BSc graduates, particularly after the completion of a 4th year of study (BSc(Honours)).

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline You are advised to apply as early as possible Tuition fee

EUR 14900 Year (National)
EUR 14900 Year (International)

Start date February,June,October 2015 Credits 144
Duration full-time 36 months Languages Take an IELTS test

English

Delivery mode Online Educational variant Part-time, Full-time Intensity Flexible Attendance No Attendance Teacher support Continuous support with feedback on request

Course Content

Course Aims

To have an understanding that

· Science encompasses both a body of knowledge and a reliable process of discovery. It is founded upon the recognition of fundamental laws that make nature systematic and reproducible.

· Scientists observe, measure, classify, and perform experiments upon the natural world. They employ scientific methods to test hypotheses, and use empirical evidence to support or refute their hypotheses. The natural variability, or uncertainty, inherent in the natural world means that scientific conclusions are reliable but contestable: they may be revised or modified as new evidence emerges. Scientists are curious about the natural world, and are creative in formulating hypotheses and in designing approaches to problem solving.

· Mathematics is used in science to model real-world systems and scientific data are often analyzed using statistical methods.

· Science operates within a paradigm of peer review and replication that provides a collective responsibility for the reliability of scientific knowledge. Scientists have a responsibility to communicate the outcomes of their work accurately and without bias to their peers and to society.

· Science is embedded within a context that reflects both the history of scientific endeavor and the culture of present society. Scientists generate and build knowledge, develop technologies, investigate and solve problems.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

demonstrate a broad knowledge of science, including the creative endeavour involved in acquiring knowledge, and the contestable and testable nature of scientific knowledge;

demonstrate knowledge of the principles and concepts underlying at least one sub-disciplinary area;

use and apply recognized methods of science, appropriate practical techniques and tools for processes of discovery and inquiry;

demonstrate personal and social responsibility through an awareness of the ethical frameworks, by working safely and responsibly in individual and team environments; and

use scientific literacy to understand and explain scientific issues to peers, scientific non-experts and the general community.

Graduate Attributes

Knowledge of a Discipline

Graduates will understand ways of scientific thinking and the nature of science as a broad discipline. They will also have specialised knowledge in at least one sub-disciplinary area of science.

Communication Skills

Graduates will be able to communicate scientific results, information, or arguments, to a range of audiences, and for a range of purposes.

Global Perspectives

Graduates will understand, and be able to articulate, aspects of the place and importance of science in the local and global community.

Information Literacy

Graduates will be able to communicate scientific results, information, or arguments, to a range of audiences, and for a range of purposes. They will also be able to synthesize and evaluate information from a range of sources, using a range of technologies.

Life-Long Learning

Graduates will be able to take personal responsibility for lifelong learning by demonstrating a capacity for self-directed learning.

Problem Solving

Graduates will be able to investigate and solve problems by using recognised methods of science and appropriate practical techniques and tools. Also, by formulating hypotheses, collecting valid and reliable data, and incorporating quantitative evidence into arguments.

Social Responsibility

Graduates will be able to take social responsibility by recognising the relevant ethical frameworks within which science is practiced and show a capacity for working responsibly and safely in both individual and team environments.

Team Work

Graduates will have an awareness of the need to function effectively as members or leaders of scientific or multidisciplinary teams.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

take an IELTS test. More About IELTS

Requirements

A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).

Assumed knowledge is Year 12 HSC Mathematics or equivalent or MATH123 and recommended study is Biology and/or Chemistry and/or Physics depending on major.

Students are also able to articulate into specified majors on the basis of the completion of a NSW TAFE Diploma or Advanced Diploma approved by the Faculty.

The School offers Foundation Studies in Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics for students who do not have the recommended background knowledge.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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