Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
The University of Newcastle
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Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Combining the Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Science allows you to follow diverse passions to create something unique. Through the science component you will be inspired to build new knowledge and discover new things. Through the study of arts, you will explore ideas, theories and records of how people process the human experience through society, culture, and more.
This combined degree will teach you to think both scientifically and socially about the world and how it works. It offers a greater breadth of learning, enhancing the academic and professional qualities gained in each separate degree. On completion, you will have the practical skills to make a difference in the world and to contribute to new solutions to the many challenges we face.
There are core courses and a major sequence from both degrees that must be undertaken. For additional information about this degree, refer to 482010 Bachelor of Arts and 484020 Bachelor of Science.
Areas of study
In Arts, study diverse majors and minors to develop your core specialisation and take charge of your future. Choose from 12 majors in the arts and humanities, as well as 21 minors, and hundreds of courses.
In addition to choosing majors, minors and structured program pathways, you can focus your studies through optional learning pathways including the Entrepreneurial stream, Online stream, Global stream or Innovator stream.
In Science, choose from the following majors:
Newcastle majors: Biodiversity and conservation, biological sciences, chemistry of advanced materials, communication, earth sciences, geography, mathematics, medicinal and organic chemistry, physics, psychology, statistics.
Central Coast majors: Biodiversity and conservation, psychology.
Career opportunities
This combined degree emphasises problem-solving, teamwork and critical thinking, graduates are therefore sought after across a range of sectors. You will enjoy flexible pathways, develop in-demand skills and gain broad career outcomes.
Employment options for graduates are varied. Employability will be strengthened by your chosen areas of specialisation.
Career opportunities span almost every industry and sector. See individual degree pages for more information.
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Science (Physics major) is currently seeking reaccreditation by the Australian Institute of Physics (AIP). Students will be able to become an associate member of the institute while studying, and a full member upon graduation.
The Bachelor of Science (Statistics major) is currently seeking reaccreditation by the Statistical Society of Australia. Students will be able to become an associate member of the institute while studying, and a full member upon graduation.
Practical experience
Students will participate in lab work to develop their analytical and communication skills. Depending on chosen majors, students will attend field trips, seminars and workshops.
Career-ready placement opportunities are available. Examples include volunteering with Oakvale Wildlife Park, the Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre, or working with our researchers on a deep-sea voyage.
Fees and charges
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Refer to 482010 Bachelor of Arts and 484020 Bachelor of Science.
Recommended studies: Refer to 482010 Bachelor of Arts and 484020 Bachelor of Science.
We strongly encourage you to enrol in bridging courses. NUPrep Bridging provides free academic preparation and support short courses, available on campus or online, to complete before beginning your degree.
Explore NUPrep Bridging Courses
Applicants with higher education study
If you have completed or partially completed higher education studies, your grade point average can be converted into a selection rank for admission into our undergraduate programs.
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
If you completed or partially completed competency-based vocational education and training (such as TAFE, a private Registered Training Provider, or vocational studies undertaken in high school), this can be used to determine your eligibility for admission.
Completion of studies at an AQF Level 4 (Cert IV) or higher Guarantees Entry into many of our undergraduate programs.
Review the Guaranteed Entry Admission Scheme.
Applicants with work and life experience
If you do not have an ATAR (or equivalent) or formal qualification, Newcastle University provides a range of pathways toward your preferred degree. Regardless of your age or experience, there is a place for you.
Advanced standing
If you have completed prior studies at another higher education institution or registered training organisation, you may be eligible to receive credit towards your undergraduate degree. Please note that you must apply for admission before applying for credit.
Further information
View all details of this course on the University of Newcastle website.
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The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2023)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2025 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Review of programs
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review. For up-to-date details, visit University of Newcastle degrees.
Honours
Applicants should note that under the revised Australian Qualifications Framework some programs are four-year programs available with direct entry. Other programs are three-year Bachelor degree programs. Meritorious students have the option to apply for an additional one-year end-on component after graduation. Check the course descriptions carefully.