Bachelor of Science (Advanced)
University of Sydney
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Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
This is a specialised stream within 513910 Bachelor of Science that will enable you to develop the skills required for postgraduate study and research. During this degree you will undertake advanced versions of units of study within your selected majors and combine studies from a range of disciplines in the shared pool. In the final year, you will undertake advanced coursework and a substantial real-world industry, community, entrepreneurship or research project, or an honours project.
Areas of study
Refer to 513910 Bachelor of Science. Table A majors with advanced units of study include: anatomy and histology; applied medical science; biochemistry and molecular biology; biology; chemistry; computer science; data science; ecology and evolutionary biology; environmental studies; financial mathematics and statistics; food science; genetics and genomics; geography; geology and geophysics; history and philosophy of science; immunology and pathology; infectious diseases; marine science; mathematics; medicinal chemistry; microbiology; neuroscience; nutrition science; pharmacology; physics; physiology; plant production; psychological science; software development; soil science and hydrology; statistics.
Career opportunities
Refer to 513910 Bachelor of Science.
Professional recognition
Note: the Psychological Science major is not a pathway to professional accreditation as a psychologist.
Practical experience
You will have the opportunity to gain industry experience through interdisciplinary project units with industry, community or research projects.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government provides funds for student travel and accommodation for first year where eligibility requirements are met. The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Current University of Sydney fee information.
Prerequisites
For 2024: Mathematics Advanced (Band 4) or Mathematics Extension 1 (Band E3) or Mathematics Extension 2 (Band E3). From 2025: None.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Advanced; other assumed knowledge depends on majors or units of study chosen. Note: All students enrolled in Science and combined Science degrees will be required to undertake units of study in mathematics during their undergraduate degree. Bridging courses are available for students who have not studied the assumed knowledge during secondary school.
Guaranteed selection rank: 95.00, subject to non-ATAR criteria being met. A guide to guaranteed selection ranks.
Dalyell Scholars: This stream for high achieving students (ATAR of 98.00 or higher) provides mentorship, professional skills development, academic enrichment opportunities and access to a global mobility scholarship. Entry to the Dalyell Scholars stream is by invitation.
Other applicants
Refer to the University of Sydney general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
View all details of this course on the University of Sydney website.
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
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 2024 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.
Global mobility/international experience
At the University of Sydney, every undergraduate student has access to global opportunities. These opportunities may include overseas field schools, global professional placements, and student exchanges (one-year, single semester and shorter-term durations) with more than 300 partner universities worldwide.
Open Learning Environment (OLE)
Open Learning Environment (OLE) units are short, on-demand and workshop- supported. They enable you to broaden your skills in areas such as entrepreneurial thinking, persuasive communication, project management and ethical reasoning. OLEs are available to all students at the University, while students commencing in liberal studies degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Commerce or combined Bachelor of Advanced Studies) and some specialist degrees (Bachelor of Economics) must complete 6 credit points of OLE units.
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Selection into the Sydney Conservatorium of Music programs is based on an audition and/or portfolio
and/or interview, while the ATAR is used only as an indicator of your ability to undertake tertiary studies.
Faculty handbooks
View available first-year subjects in the University of Sydney handbooks.