Science

About the course

Southern Cross University’s Bachelor of Science is an industry-oriented degree combining scientific foundations with hands-on field learning to address real-world challenges. Students build practical skills while choosing a focused specialisation in Environment, Marine or Agriculture, with learning linked to subtropical terrestrial, coastal and marine ecosystems. The course is designed to prepare graduates for professional science work across key applied sectors in a Bachelor-level science qualification.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue careers across environmental, marine and agricultural sectors in Australia and internationally. Typical pathways include environmental consulting and resource management roles, work with government agencies and non-profit organisations, and positions in marine research and conservation, fisheries or marine-park management. Agriculture graduates may work in agronomy, sustainable production and food security-related industries. Outcomes reflect the applied, work-ready focus of this Bachelor of Science.

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.

Living Costs in Gold Coast**

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Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310

Average Salary**

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