Sciences

Why study Sciences at UNE?

The world around us is ever changing and the need for scientists to make sense of it has never been more important. Changing environmental conditions and the evolution of global events means that demand for science trained professionals continues to increase.

Here at UNE, we have an extensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate science courses to help you meet these various demands. Begin your degree with a broad study base, focusing more acutely as your specific area of interest is developed. You can study online to more easily fit education into your life's commitments.

If you haven’t studied at university before, our range of science-based bachelor’s degrees can help you break into a career requiring a scientific background. Our practical skills-based Bachelor of Science offers majors in areas such as genetics and microbiology, otherwise you can explore our specialist science degrees such as our Bachelor of Environmental Science or our suite of Neuroscience courses. If you are looking to upskill quickly, we also offer a range of science-based short courses to give you foundational knowledge to take into your career.

Our postgraduate honours programs and master's courses will help you become an authority in your subject matter of choice, or if you are looking to gain advanced scientific knowledge and skills fast, our science-based short postgraduate courses can help you do so.

Our teaching is underpinned by strong research credentials locally, nationally and internationally. We are the No. 1 university in NSW in Sciences for Teaching Quality and Overall Experience (Good Universities Guide, postgraduate).

Learn to solve problems, work as a team and communicate your scientific findings effectively in a professional environment. Investigate our Science courses now.

Courses by study level

Bespoke Graduate Certificate: design your own 4 unit postgraduate course and have your work experience recognised in the process.
‘Fundamental’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four fundamental units from a traditional degree. If you are planning a new direction, or adding a new set of skills to your portfolio, you may want to start with this option. These units provide a foundation, or a ‘base camp’, to return to if you want to later progress to a full degree.
‘Advanced’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four advanced units from a full degree. This is a great strategy for staying current in your field, or advancing your knowledge.
‘Critical Content’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four units from any of the available units in a degree to create a Critical Content Bespoke Course. This option lets you get the knowledge you need without the time and cost of a full degree.
‘Mix and Match’ Bespoke Course: combine two, three or four units from different degrees and disciplines to design your mix and match Bespoke Course. This option lets you diversify your knowledge.

Design your bespoke course

Why study with us?

UNE Bachelor of Science (Hons) graduate and PhD student Matthew Hilliar in white lab coat

UNE is a world-leader in animal science, with some of the best facilities and academics on offer, making the decision to study there an easy one.

Dr Matthew Hilliar, PhD Animal Science, Bachelor of Science (Hons)

Science careers

In scientific roles, professionals can expect a salary which averages $1500 per week but can extend far further, depending on the discipline you pursue. The job market offers extensive opportunities for science graduates and projected future growth in science related fields is strong.

With a science degree from UNE, you can pursue a whole range of career options throughout a fulfilling lifelong career. From the pure sciences and agricultural and animal science, right through to environmental or computer science, there’s so much to explore at UNE.