Bachelor of Advanced Science
Information valid for students commencing in 2020.
Bachelor of Advanced Science
Handbook year | 2020 |
Course code | 115510 |
Course type | BAC – Bachelor Pass (AQF level 7) |
Professional accreditation status | The Physics major for the Bachelor of Advanced Science is accredited by the Australian Institute of Physics (AIP). Graduates are automatically eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Physics. The Chemistry major for this course is currently going through a reaccreditation process with the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI). Once accredited, graduates will be eligible for non-corporate membership of RACI and, with an additional three years’ experience in chemistry, may be eligible to register as a Chartered Chemist with Corporate Membership of RACI. |
Division | Tropical Environments and Societies |
Award Requirements
Admission Requirements
Course Pre-requisites | Required: English (4,SA); Maths B (4,SA) Recommended Study: At least one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths C |
Minimum English language proficiency requirements | Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band 1 – Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy. |
Additional Course Requirements | Students who do not have Chemistry to Year 12 and wish to undertake the Chemistry major or the Molecular and Cell Biology major will be required to undertake the preparatory subject, CH1020: Preparatory Chemistry in their first year of study. Students should undertake this subject in intensive mode where available and be aware that restrictions may apply to electives if they wish to complete in the normal three (3) year time frame. This subject typically starts earlier than the standard course commencement date. Contact JCU on 1800 246 446 for more information. |
Special admission requirements | JCU students who have completed the first year of the BSc (including receiving a pass result in SC1109: Modelling Natural Systems-Advanced) and who have a GPA greater than 5.5 (excluding MA1020, CH1020 and PH1001) may apply to transfer to the Bachelor of Advanced Science. |
Academic Requirements for Course Completion
Credit points | 72 credit points as per course structure |
Additional course rules | A maximum of 30 credit points may be taken at level 1. A minimum of 18 credit points of science subjects must be taken at level 3 or higher. Students may seek permission to enrol in more than one level 5 subject. |
Course learning outcomes | The graduates of 91Porn are prepared and equipped to create a brighter future for life in the tropics world-wide. JCU graduates are committed to lifelong learning, intellectual development and to the display of exemplary personal, professional and ethical standards. They have a sense of their place in the tropics and are charged with professional, community, and environmental responsibility. JCU graduates appreciate the need to embrace and be acquainted with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples of Australia. They are committed to reconciliation, diversity and sustainability. They exhibit a willingness to lead and to contribute to the intellectual, environmental, cultural, economic and social challenges of regional, national, and international communities of the tropics. Graduates of the Bachelor of Advanced Science at 91Porn will be able to:
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Course Structure
CORE SUBJECTS
Level 1
:03 Mathematical Foundations
:03 Mathematical Techniques
:03 Science, Technology and Truth
:03 Modelling Natural Systems-Advanced
Level 2
:03 Quantitative Methods in Science-Advanced
PLUS
Select 3 credit points of subjects from List 1 (Skill Subjects)
Level 3
:03 Science Research Internship or :03 Professional Placement
PLUS
Select 3 credit points of subjects from List 2 (Advanced Skill Subjects)
PLUS
Select a major from Table A
OPTIONS
Select one of the following Options
Option 1 (Second Major)
Select a second major from Table A
or
Option 2 (Minors and/or Electives)
Select a primary Science Minor from Table B that is different to your major
or
Select 9 credit points of any Level 2, 3 or 5 Science subjects PLUS 3 credit points of any Level 3 or Level 5 Science subjects
PLUS
Select 6 credit points of any* Level 1, 2, 3 or 5 subjects PLUS 6 credit points of any Level 2, 3 or 5 subjects
or
Select a Minor from Table B
*Students who wish to complete the Chemistry or Molecular and Cell Biology Majors and have not completed high school level Chemistry must undertake CH1020 Preparatory Chemistry
NOTE: Students choosing the Physics Major must select 3 credit points of a Level 3 or Level 5 subject
List 1 (Skill Subjects)
Select a subject which is not already in your Major
:03 Principles of Biochemistry
:03 Analytical Chemistry
:03 Database Modelling
:03 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
:03 Mathematics for Scientists and Engineers
:03 Linear Algebra
List 2 (Advanced Skill Subjects)
:03 Advanced Bioinformatics
:03 Modelling Ecological Dynamics
:03 Research Skills and Communication in Chemistry (Advanced)
:03 Mineralogy and Geophysics
:03 Research Skills and Communication in Physics (Advanced)
:03 Design and Analyses in Ecological Studies
TABLE A (MAJORS)
Type of major | Mandatory, single or double |
Credit points in major | 24 credit points |
MAJOR | AVAILABLE AT | NOTES |
Aquaculture Science and Technology | Townsville | The first year of study may be completed in Cairns Not permitted as a double major with Marine Biology or Zoology and Ecology however students may select these as minors (see Table B) |
Townsville | Students undertaking this Major will have successfully completed senior Chemistry or equivalent or will need to complete the preparatory subject within this course structure | |
Cairns Townsville | ||
Cairns Townsville | ||
Townsville | The first year of study may be completed in Cairns Not permitted as a double major with Aquaculture Science and Technology or Zoology and Ecology however students may select these as minors (see Table B) | |
Townsville | ||
Townsville | Students undertaking this Major will have successfully completed senior Chemistry or equivalent or will need to complete the preparatory subject within this course structure | |
Townsville | The Advanced Mathematics minor is compulsory for students studying the Physics major | |
Cairns Townsville | Not permitted as a double major with Aquaculture Science and Technology or Marine Biology however students may select these as minors (see Table B) |
TABLE B (MINORS)
Type of Minor | Single or Double |
Credit points in minor | 12 credit points |
MINOR | AVAILABLE AT | NOTES |
Townsville |
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Townsville | This minor is compulsory for students studying a Physics major | |
Townsville |
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Townsville | Due to prerequisites, this minor is only available to students studying a biological sciences major (Marine Biology or Zoology & Ecology). | |
Townsville | Not available as a primary Science minor | |
Townsville |
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Townsville |
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Townsville |
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Townsville |
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Townsville |
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Townsville | Due to prerequisites, this minor is only available to students studying a biological sciences major (Aquaculture or Zoology & Ecology). | |
Townsville | Not available as a primary Science minor | |
Cairns Townsville |
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Townsville | Not available as a primary Science minor | |
Cairns Townsville | Due to prerequisites, this minor is only available to students studying a biological sciences major (Marine Biology or Aquaculture). | |
Inter-Disciplinary Minors | Cairns Townsville | Please refer to list for details of all minors available for selection Please note - this minors list includes a Biodiversity Assessment minor and an Introduction to Marine Biology minor. |
Campus
COURSE AVAILABLE AT | NOTES |
Cairns | Not all majors and minors are available in Cairns |
Townsville |
Candidature
Expected time to complete | 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time |
Maximum time to complete | 9 years |
Maximum leave of absence | 3 years |
Progression
Course progression | Should successfully complete 18 credit points of level 2 science subjects before attempting any level 5 science subject. |
Course includes mandatory professional placement(s) | No |
Special assessment | Nil |
Professional accreditation | Nil |
Maximum allowed Pass | Nil |
Supplementary exam for | Not applicable |
Credit
Eligibility | Students may apply for a credit transfer for previous tertiary study or informal and non-formal learning in accordance with the Credit Transfer Procedure. |
Maximum allowed | 48 credit points |
Currency | Credit will be granted only for subjects completed in the 10 years prior to the commencement of this course |
Expiry | Credit gained for any subject shall be cancelled 19 years after the date of the examination upon which the credit is based if, by then, the student has not completed this course. |
Other restrictions | A maximum credit of 6 credit points may be granted at level 3. A maximum credit of 12 credit points may be granted for subjects outside the Science Schedule of Subjects. Credit will not be granted for MA1020 or CH1020 or PH1001 |
Award Details
Award title | BACHELOR OF ADVANCED SCIENCE |
Approved abbreviation | BAdvSc |
Inclusion of majors on | Any major may appear on the testamur |
Exit with lesser award | Students who have completed 24 credit points of their course award requirements, and withdraw from or fail to meet the requirements for progression in the later years, may be eligible for the award of Diploma of Tertiary Studies. |
Course articulation | Students who complete this course may be eligible for entry to the Masters of Science. |
Honours
Honours availability | Available as an additional 24 credit points of study [end-on] |
Eligibility | By invitation of the College Dean Normally an overall grade point average of 5.5 is required across the bachelor (pass) degree, with credits or better in the discipline specific areas. Quota restrictions on the number of honours places available may apply from time to time as determined by the College Dean. |