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Edith Cowan University (ECU)

  • 19% international / 81% domestic

Bachelor of Science (Biological Sciences)

  • Bachelor

Designed for students with a passion for the living world, this course has a strong emphasis on biodiversity. Students study cellular and molecular biology, genetics, evolution, physiology, ecology and animal and plant structure.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Course Code
Y18, 072694B
Study Mode
In person

About this course

Designed for students with a passion for the living world, this course has a strong emphasis on biodiversity. Students study cellular and molecular biology, genetics, evolution, physiology, ecology and animal and plant structure.

The hands-on nature of the course means graduates have a sound understanding of the theory underpinning biological sciences coupled with skills that can be applied in a wide range of professions. Students benefit from a learning environment inspired by world class research academics with strong industry and government links.

Study locations

Joondalup

What you will learn

  • Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical biological situations.
  • Think critically to analyse, construct field or experimental approaches and interpret results to complex biological problems.
  • Think creatively to generate solutions/responses to biological questions.
  • Use digital technologies and literacies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources.
  • Communicate disciplinary knowledge and values in professional and public contexts.
  • Demonstrate a global outlook on organismal diversity.
  • Work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative to implement social, sustainable, and ethical values, including indigenous cultural competence.
  • Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning and professional practice.

Career pathways

Biodiversity Manager, Biomedical Researcher, Nature Conservationist, Environmental Consultant, Zoologist, Botanist, Catchment Officer, Natural Resource Officer, Conservation Field Officer, Ecologist

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Science & Mathematics courses at Edith Cowan University (ECU).
84.9%
Overall satisfaction
86.3%
Skill scale
78.1%
Teaching scale
36.6%
Employed full-time