Bachelor
School of Arts & Sciences, Fremantle Campus
If you have an inquiring mind and are interested in having a positive influence on people's lives, this could be the degree for you. This double degree combines the knowledge and skills needed for scientific investigation of the natural world with the study of how and why communities and individuals behave the way they do. Through a balance of theoretical knowledge and practical experiences, this engaging combination equips graduates for a wide range of careers.
This double degree can be completed in 4 years of full-time study or you can study part-time.
Academic requirements for this program are outlined below. In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy minimum requirements outlined at admission requirements. These include those relating to age and English Language Proficiency. We also consider your application more broadly - your non-academic achievements (such as any previous leadership roles, volunteering, work, church and/or community involvement) as well as personal qualities - your aspirations and interests and your capacity to complete your chosen program.
Applicants with recent Secondary Education:
Applicants with Higher Education Study
Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for Advanced Standing.
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study
Applicants with Work and Life Experience
Applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then, but with relevant work and life experience. Such experience may include, but is not limited to:
Please note: all applicants must be of school leaving age or older to apply.
In the Bachelor of Science component of this double degree, you will study a set of core interdisciplinary Science courses including experimental design, mathematics, biology, chemistry and ecology. These courses provide the basis for strong skills in scientific investigation, including data collection and analysis, critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, and effective communication and also ensure versatile graduates. These skills are highly sort after by employers and applicable to many workplaces both within and outside of the field of Science.
Building on these core Science courses, you will deepen your study of Science by selecting a Science Steam that matches your interests: Biology & Environment, Environment & Heritage, Human & Medical Science, or Multidisciplinary Science. Each Stream ensures in-depth knowledge and skill development through hands-on experience in the classroom, the laboratory, and in the field.
The Bachelor of Behavioural Science is a unique program that combines elements of psychology, political science, cultural studies and sociology. Integrating specialised knowledge developed in these social science disciplines, and with a strong focus on critical psychology, the program forges a connection between traditional psychology and social work. As a graduate, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to work with those who may be experiencing marginalisation or disadvantage.
As part of the Behavioural Science component of this degree, you will complete 12 Behavioural Science courses, including an Internship which offers you the chance to apply your theoretical knowledge and to learn a whole lot more in a professional workplace.
Career paths across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors are diverse and may provide the opportunity to draw on either or both qualifications. Many graduates work in community development and planning, environmental/heritage consultancy, conservation, sustainability, public health, youth work, policy development, corporate liaison, and research.
See individual Science Streams and the Bachelor of Behavioural Science for more career and study information.
Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Regulations.
More information about the courses can be found at the course descriptions page.
Here you can find full details of the courses on offer in 2020 and 2021.