Bachelor of Science

About the course

UNSW’s Bachelor of Science is a flexible undergraduate degree that lets you build strong scientific foundations while tailoring your studies to your interests. You can explore a broad range of science disciplines and develop practical, analytical and research-informed skills through hands-on learning. The program prepares you for further study or science-focused roles across industry and research in the sciences. The programme develops laboratory techniques, scientific writing, and analytical methods for research and industry settings.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue careers across laboratory and field-based science, research support, data and analytical roles, and technical or advisory positions in government and industry. Opportunities may include work in environmental monitoring, health and biomedical settings, chemical and materials industries, and science communication. This Bachelor-level science degree also provides a pathway to honours or postgraduate study in the sciences. Preparing graduates for laboratory technician, research assistant, and science-based industry entry roles.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)