University of New South Wales

Course Details

Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Arts

Course Description

This dual degree program enables students to complete a Major sequence from those available in the Faculty of Science and in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. To complete this dual degree program, students must satisfy the requirements for the Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts components. On completion of this program, students will have attained a sound knowledge base in both their Science and Arts specialisations. A total of 192 units of credit is required to complete this dual degree program. Bachelor of Science Our flagship three-year degree with 24 majors and plenty of room to try out different areas of science. The Bachelor of Science allows you to study a wide range of science subjects as well as many other areas of interest. This degree is ideal if you know you love science, but you aren't sure what field you would like to specialise in. You are encouraged to choose a broad range of courses in your first year, to expand your general understanding of science and enable you to choose from wide selection of major options in your second and third year. This gives you time to become more familiar with the different areas of science and to discuss possible majors with staff and other students along the way. Bachelor of Arts The Bachelor of Arts gives you the license to explore big ideas, global perspectives, creativity and the social issues that impact our communities. The flexibility of the 3-year degree allows you to structure your BA to suit your interests, talents and career aspirations. You will develop essential skills and knowledge that will translate to exciting and contemporary career options. Our graduates are highly valued for their intellectual flexibility, ability to think critically and to communicate with creativity and influence. As a BA student you complete in-depth study in two discipline areas, which you select from 34 areas of study. You may select two majors, completing a BA with a double-major. Alternatively, you may select one major and one minor area of study. The remainder of your degree includes electives from areas of study taught within the Arts and Social Sciences and from other faculties.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
4year

Career outcomes

Anatomist, Anthropologist, Chemist, Community Development Worker, Conservation Scientist, Diver, Environmental Consultant, Environmental Manager, Field Biologist, Field Officer, Geographer, Geologist, Human Resources Manager, Laboratory Manager, Life Scientist, Market Researcher / Analyst, Marketing Professional, Microbiologist, Patent Specialist, Product Analyst, Science Communicator, Taxonomist, Venture Capitalist

Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Arts University of New South Wales