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Advanced Science

Bachelor Degree / Honours Degree.
James Cook University

400

in world overall ranking*

50

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

JCU’s Bachelor of Advanced Science is an intensive science degree that builds strong research, analytical and communication skills through advanced study and real-world problem solving. You’ll investigate how science supports sustainable futures in the Tropics, using case studies across diverse biophysical settings. The course includes opportunities for hands-on learning via a research internship or practical placement in the sciences. The programme develops laboratory techniques, scientific writing, and analytical methods for research and industry settings.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for science-focused careers that value advanced analytical and research capability, including roles in laboratory and field research, environmental and ecological consulting, data-informed science work, and science communication. The degree can also support pathways into postgraduate study and research-focused roles in universities, government and industry. Outcomes align with a Bachelor-level qualification in the sciences. Preparing graduates for laboratory technician, research assistant, and science-based industry entry roles.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as laboratory technician, technical assistant, calibration officer, food laboratory tehnical officer, pathology laboratory technician, research support staff, and etc. in companies including Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, Novartis, Merck & Co., Roche, and etc.

Explore the majors available

Advanced Molecular and Cell Biology, Aquaculture Science and Technology, Chemistry, Data Science, Earth Science, Marine Biology, Mathematics, Physics, Zoology and Ecology

Campus

  • Cairns
  • Townsville

Living Costs in Townsville**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,146 - 1,515
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,074 - 1,421
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 5 - 7
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 234 - 309

Average Salary***


*Source: Times Higher Education World University Rankings (2023)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: payscale.com

Costs

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A$43,647 per year

tick icon Local:

A$8,280 per year

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Information

tick icon Duration

3 years

tick icon Upcoming Intakes

July, January, September

campus icon Campuses

Townsville
Cairns

tick icon Course Code

115510

hotline icon Hotline

+61 3 9663 5333

email icon Email

australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconISMS - MACC SCHOLARSHIP

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tick iconINTERNATIONAL RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (IRTPS)

A$28,092

tick iconAIMS@JCU SCHOLARSHIPS

A$33,092

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