Bachelor of Science (Advanced)

Like the Bachelor of Science, students in the BSc (Advanced) design their own degree from a broad range of study options and have flexibility to select areas of specific interest.
In first year, students enrol in a combination of courses that prepare them to follow pathways through to major study areas.
In third year, students choose at least one area of science in which to specialise and undertake a research placement.
Exposure to research culture will be explored through the BSc (Advanced) specific courses Principles and Practice of Research (Advanced) II and Principle and Practice of Research (Advanced) III.
To remain in this highly competitive program, students must maintain a high Grade Point Average (GPA) throughout their candidature.
Similarly, students who attain a predetermined GPA will automatically be eligible for a place in the BSc (Hons) program upon completion of the BSc (Advanced).
Study PlanLevel 1: Core course - Principles and Practice of Science I; non core courses chosen from a range of science offerings that complement a student's interests and build towards two science majors listed below.
Level 2: Core course - Principles and Practice of Research (Advanced) II; non-core courses chosen from a range of science offerings and that maintain study in the area of two science majors listed below.
Level 3: Core course - Principles and Practice of Research (Advanced) III; non-core courses chosen from a range of science offerings that complete the study required to achieve at least one science major as listed below.
Science Majors Biochemistry Evolutionary Biology Chemistry Ecology Ecology and Spatial Science Geology Genetics Geophysics & Applied Geology Microbiology & Immunology Physics Theoretical Physics Soil Science Experimental & Theoretical Physics CareersDependant on your chosen major, some of the many careers available to graduates include:Analytical ChemistCancer ResearcherEnvironmental ScientistFood ScientistFood TechnologistGeneticistGeologistHydrologistMarine BiologistMeteorologistMineral Exploration ScientistNanotechnologistNatural Resource ManagerNeuroscientistOceanographerOil and Gas AnalystPalaeontologistPhysicistPlant BreederResearch & Development OfficerScience TeacherScientific JournalistScientific ResearcherToxicologistIn the BSc (Advanced) there is a strong emphasis on advanced research training to give students the best chance of becoming a professional scientist.
Science students learn a number of transferable skills that are also in demand in a wide range of careers.
These skills include analytical methods, critical thinking and problem solving, laboratory and field techniques, information technology and literacy skills, teamwork, initiative and the ability to communicate and cooperate with people from a range of backgrounds and expertise.
Graduates of the BSc (Advanced) are also well prepared for a range of further study options.
These include honours and higher degrees by research in their chosen science discipline or graduate studies in areas such as nutrition, medicine, chiropractic, physiotherapy, pharmacy and teaching.
Academic Program Rules The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Bachelor of Science (Advanced) Areas of Specialisation BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE Majors: Anatomical Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Genetics, Microbiology and Immunology, Pharmacology, Physiology Biomedical Science involves the biomedical aspects of biology,and focuses on understanding both the normal functions and diseases of the human body.
Emphasis is placed on the interface between modern biomedical knowledge and experimental approaches.
  Students are taught by world-class biomedical researchers and experienced educators.
Graduates gain employment in medical or research laboratories, hospitals, private industries, the pharmaceutical industry, sports clinics, the biotechnology industry, forensic science, food science and nutrition, cardiac technology, rehabilitation, chiropractic and teaching.
CHEMICAL SCIENCES Major or Double Major: Chemistry Chemical Sciences involves the study of the structure, physical and chemical properties and reactions of elements and compounds.
Students learn how to apply this knowledge to develop new and useful chemicals such as plastics, fuels and pharmaceuticals, for use in manufacture, medicine and the environment.
  A wide range of professional careers may be sought by graduates including environmental monitoring and control, mining, forensic science, nanotechnology, the pharmaceutical industry, medical and agricultural laboratories, manufacturing, food technology, the chemical industry, research and teaching.
EARTH SCIENCES Majors: Geology, Geophysics/Applied Geology Earth Sciences involves the study of how our planet is built, how it works, its turbulent 4.
5 billion year history and how its precious resources can be located and used.
It also investigates how the fragile landscape and often hazardous natural events must be studied and understood to allow them to be adequately managed.
  Earth Science is one of the most diverse of the sciences covering everything from meteorites to dinosaurs and from gold deposits to volcanoes.
Graduates may seek a wide range of professional careers in areas including resource management, environmental geology, mineral exploration, organic geochemistry, seismology, geomorphology, palaeontology, industry and fundamental research.
EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY AND ECOLOGY Majors: Evolutionary Biology, Ecology, Ecology/Spatial Science Evolutionary Biology and Ecology allows students to investigate the diversity of life on earth and the relationships between organisms and their environments.
  Students will learn about plants and animals, their ecology, conservation and management, physiology and evolution, including those in terrestrial, freshwater and marine systems.
Fieldwork and the study of South Australian ecosystems are important components of many later year courses.
Exciting careers exist in environmental consultancy, environmental monitoring and management, marine science, aquaculture, community education, ecotourism, wildlife parks, catchment management, research and teaching.
Fieldwork and the study of South Australian ecosystems are important components of many later year courses.
  Spatial Science allows students to assess, map and monitor the Australian landscapes using the latest technology in geographical information systems, remote sensing, and spatial modelling.
PHYSICS Majors: Experimental and Theoretical Physics, Physics, Theoretical Physics Physics provides an understanding of the structure of matter and the nature of the universe.
You will develop a detailed knowledge of areas which can include astrophysics, atmospheric and environmental physics, computational physics, optics and lasers, photonics and nuclear/particle physics.
Mathematical and computer science courses are often taken along with physics.
  Employment opportunities exist for graduates in electronics, optics and laser industries, scientific computing, telecommunications, space and astronomy programs, forensic science, defence, health and environmental industries, medical physics or in research.
SOIL SCIENCE AND SPATIAL INFORMATION SCIENCE Major: Soil Science Soil Science  explores the biological, chemical and physical properties of soils in Australian landscapes and uses the latest technology in geographical information systems, remote sensing, and spatial modelling to monitor distributions of landscape properties.
  Graduates are keenly sought after by a wide range of government agencies, regional bodies, private enterprise and universities in the fields of oil surveying, environmental planning, soil conservation, environmental impact assessment, environmental engineering, land assessment and mapping, research and biodiversity survey and assessment.
Example Study Plan Current students: to download a copy of your study plan - majors (areas of study), please use the following link: Study Plan - Majors Level I Core course SCIENCE 1200 Principles and Practice of Science (Adv) I  ElectivesCourses to the value of at least 12 units chosen from: BIOLOGY 1101 Biology I: Molecules, Genes & Cells* BIOLOGY 1401 Concepts in Biology I* CHEM 1100 Chemistry IA  CHEM 1101 Foundations of Chemistry IA GEOLOGY 1103 Earth Systems I MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA MATHS 1013 Mathematics IM PHYSICS 1008 Physical Aspects of Nature I PHYSICS 1100 Physics IA PHYSICS 1101 Physics for the Life & Earth Sciences IA BIOLOGY 1201 Biology I: Human Perspectives# BIOLOGY 1202 Biology I: Organisms# CHEM 1200 Chemistry IB CHEM 1201 Foundations of Chemistry IB GEOLOGY 1100 Earth’s Interior I MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA MATHS 1012 Mathematics IB PHYSICS 1200 Physics IB PHYSICS 1201 Physics for the Life & Earth Sciences IB *Only one of BIOLOGY 1101 Biology I: Molecules, Genes & Cells and BIOLOGY 1401 Concepts in Biology I may be presented towards the B.
Sc (Advanced)#Only one of BIOLOGY 1201 Biology I: Human Perspectives and BIOLOGY 1202 Biology I: Organisms may be presented towards the B.
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If required, passes in additional approved level I science course to the value of 3 units.
ENV BIOL 1002 Ecological Issues PHYSICS 1002 Astronomy I STATS 1000 Statistical Practice I STATS 1004 Statistical Practice (Life Sciences) Iorcourses selected in accordance with Academic Program Rules 2.
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Level III Core Courses SCIENCE 3100 Principles and Practice of Research (Advanced) III    A major in a Science discipline chosen from: Biochemistry BIOCHEM 3000 Molecular & Structural Biology III BIOCHEM 3520 Cancer, Stem Cells & Developmental Biology (Theory) III Chemistry CHEM 3111 Chemistry III and one of: CHEM 3211 Heterocyclic Chemistry & Molecular Devices III CHEM 3212 Materials Chemistry III CHEM 3213 Advanced Synthetic Methods III CHEM 3214 Medicinal & Biological Chemistry III CHEM 3530 Environmental & Analytical Chemistry III  Chemistry - Double Major CHEM 3111 Chemistry III and three of: CHEM 3213 Advanced Synthetic Methods III CHEM 3211 Heterocyclic Chemistry & Molecular Devices III CHEM 3212 Materials Chemistry III CHEM 3214 Medicinal & Biological Chemistry III CHEM 3530 Environmental & Analytical Chemistry III Ecology ENV BIOL 3121 Concepts in Ecology III ENV BIOL 3510 Research Methods in Ecology III and one of: ENV BIOL 3004 Freshwater Ecology III ENV BIOL 3008 Conservation & Restoration III ENV BIOL 3010 Marine Ecology III SOIL&WAT 3016WT Soil Ecology and Nutrient Cycling III Ecology and Spatial Science - Double Major SOIL&WAT 3007WT GIS for Environmental Management ENV BIOL 3121 Concepts in Ecology III ENV BIOL 3510 Research Methods in Ecology III SOIL&WAT 3010 Remote Sensing IIIand one of: ENV BIOL 3004 Freshwater Ecology III ENV BIOL 3008 Conservation & Restoration III ENV BIOL 3010 Marine Ecology III SOIL&WAT 3016WT Soil Ecology and Nutrient Cycling III Evoluntionary Biology ENV BIOL 3530 Research Methods in Evolutionary Biology III ENV BIOL 3230 Evolution and Diversity of Insects III ENV BIOL 3550 Evolution of the Australian Biota III  OR ENV BIOL 3560 Evolution of the Australian Biota (Theory) III Geology GEOLOGY 3013 Tectonics III GEOLOGY 3016 Igneous & Metamorphic Geology III GEOLOGY 3019 Field Geoscience Program III GEOLOGY 3504 Basins, Sediments & Regolith III Geophysics and Applied Geology GEOLOGY 3008 Geophysics III GEOLOGY 3500 Exploration Methods III GEOLOGY 3502 Mineral and Energy Resources III SOIL&WAT 3010 Remote Senesing IIIor SOIL&WAT 3007WT GIS for Environmental Management Geology & Geophysics and Applied Geology - Double Major GEOLOGY 3013 Tectonics III GEOLOGY 3016 Igneous & Metamorphic Geology III GEOLOGY 3019 Field Geoscience Program III GEOLOGY 3008 Geophysics III GEOLOGY 3500 Exploration Methods III GEOLOGY 3502 Mineral and Energy Resources IIIand one of GEOLOGY 3504 Basins, Sediments & Gegoliths III SOIL&WAT 3010 Remote Sensing IIIor SOIL&WAT 3007WT GIS for Environmental Management III Genetics GENETICS 3111 Genes, Genomes & Molecular Evolution III GENETICS 3520 Genetic Expression & Human and Developmental Genetics (Theory) III  Microbiology and Immunology MICRO 3000 Infection and Immunity IIIA MICRO 3520 Infection and Immunity (Theory) III Physics PHYSICS 3002 Experimental Physics III PHYSICS 3542 Physics III Experimental and Theoretical Physics- Double Major PHYSICS 3002 Experimental Physics III PHYSICS 3542 Physics III PHYSICS 3006 Advanced Dynamics and Relativity III PHYSICS 3544 Quantum Mechanics III Theoretical Physics PHYSICS 3542 Physics III PHYSICS 3006 Advanced Dynamics and Relativity III PHYSICS 3544 Quantum Mechanics III Soil Science SOIL&WAT 3017WT Soil & Water: Management & Conservation III SOIL&WAT 3016WT Soil Ecology & Nutrient Cycling III and one of: GEOLOGY 3504 Basins, Sediments & Regoliths III PLANT SC 3505WT Soil and Plant Nutrition III SOIL&WAT 3004WT Environmental Toxicology & Remediation   Additional level III courses (which may include a major) chosen in accordance with Academic Program Rules, 2.
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  Assessment Varies according to chosen major but may include assignments, practicals, field reports and exams.