University of Technology Sydney
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The Bachelor of Advanced Science is no ordinary science degree. Designed for high achievers, it equips students with expertise in one of three disciplines at the forefront of contemporary scientific endeavour. Whether they’re working towards careers in medicine, or they want to learn at the cutting edge of pharmaceutical or quantum sciences, students will emerge ready to respond to the complex challenges that are shaping their future profession.
As one of Australia’s leading university science faculties, UTS Science is committed to teaching and research that creates a more sustainable world. When students enrol at UTS, they join a university that delivers global impact in STEM education and research and a faculty that produces scientists with the power to transform the profession, the globe and society.
Course features
Students can choose from the following majors:
Students can connect with professional placements in UTS labs and with external health care partners via the rapidly expanding Professional Experience Program*.
*Please note: this is an elective subject. Students must complete a competitive application process to secure a professional placement.
Pre-Medicine: Biochemistry, cell biology, chemistry, genetics, histology, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, physics, preparing for graduate medicine.
Pharmaceutical Sciences: Chemistry, cell biology and genetics, metabolic biochemistry, organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry drug discovery, pharmacology.
Quantum Technology: Quantum physics, quantum science, quantum technologies.
Pre-Medicine: Graduates emerge ready to kickstart a wide range of health and health-aligned careers in communication, policy, medical device sales and technical support, and in the pharmaceutical and therapeutic goods industry. They can also pursue postgraduate study in pharmacy, physiotherapy and other primary care professions.
Pharmaceutical Sciences: The name of this major says it all: graduates emerge ready to pursue a wealth of career options in the booming pharmaceutical sector. They can develop or formulate pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and other products; become pharmaceutical researchers or biotechnologists; work in sales or marketing of pharmaceutical products; or apply their expertise to a range of regulatory, quality assurance or quality control roles. This degree is also an entry pathway to the UTS Master of Pharmacy.
Quantum Technology: This rapidly growing field is producing a suite of new roles at quantum technology companies and start-ups. As a graduate of this major, you’ll be in high demand as a quantum algorithm developer, coder, cryptographer, information engineer, cybersecurity or software developer, experimental research scientist, machine learning specialist, nanofabrication or semiconductor scientist/engineer, opto-mechanical researcher or ultra-cold atom scientist.
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Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Advanced, any 2 units of English, any 2 units of science.
Recommended studies: Biology, Mathematics Extension 1, Physics.
Statement of service: Applicants are advised to complete the employment question on their UAC application and provide statements of service to UAC, as an adjustment of up to five points to your selection rank may be awarded on the basis of relevant employment experience. You will have had to have met the UTS minimum matriculation requirements in order for your employment experience to be assessed, and your documented employment experience must be at least one full-time year or greater.
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University of Technology Sydney degrees
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Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
UTS Online Handbook
For further details about UTS courses listed below, including course content and structure, subject and elective choices, attendance patterns and credit point requirements, visit the UTS Online Handbook.
UTS cross-faculty and combined courses
UTS offers many cross-faculty courses and combined courses in the areas of Arts and Social Sciences, Business, Design, Engineering and Information Technology, Health, Law and Science.
UTS also offers a Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation (BCII), a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies and a Bachelor of Sustainability and Environment as combined degrees. TD School at UTS also offers a unique future-focused Diploma in Innovation that can be completed in parallel with almost any Bachelor degree and double degree, except BCII. Diploma enrolment is by direct application once at UTS.
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
UTS Online Handbook
For further details about UTS courses listed below, including course content and structure, subject and elective choices, attendance patterns and credit point requirements, visit the UTS Online Handbook.
UTS cross-faculty and combined courses
UTS offers many cross-faculty courses and combined courses in the areas of Arts and Social Sciences, Business, Design, Engineering and Information Technology, Health, Law and Science.
UTS also offers a Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation (BCII), a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies and a Bachelor of Sustainability and Environment as combined degrees. TD School at UTS also offers a unique future-focused Diploma in Innovation that can be completed in parallel with almost any Bachelor degree and double degree, except BCII. Diploma enrolment is by direct application once at UTS.