Bachelor of Science
at CQUniversity Australia, Queensland.
A foundational science degree with majors in biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, geology, computing or earth sciences. Most providers permit two majors plus a research project in third year.
ATAR cutoff history
Published cutoff data for the CQUniversity Australia Bachelor of Science. We never invent figures; entries marked "not published" mean the university or admissions centre has not released a verified cutoff for that intake.
| Intake year | ATAR cutoff | Admissions centre |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | ATAR cutoff not published | QTAC |
| 2023 | ATAR cutoff not published | QTAC |
| 2022 | ATAR cutoff not published | QTAC |
No verified cutoffs are available. Confirm the latest figure on the official QTAC cutoff release.
Prerequisite Year 12 subjects
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What you will study
First year is broad and foundational: introductory biology, chemistry, physics or earth science, mathematics and statistics, and a unit on scientific method and communication. CQUniversity delivers science on campus with laboratory and fieldwork components and supports flexible study for theory units, with majors that reflect the region's strengths in environmental, agricultural, marine and resource sciences. Second year you commit to one or two majors, such as biology, environmental science, chemistry, mathematics or earth and marine science. Units become discipline-specific, with substantial laboratory and field components, data analysis and an emphasis on applying scientific reasoning to real Queensland environments. Third year specialises further and usually includes a research project or work-integrated learning placement with industry, government or a research group. You develop independent investigation, data handling and scientific-writing skills. The degree is a flexible foundation for employment, further study or a research Honours year.
Example first-year subjects
- Introductory Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics or Earth Science
- Mathematics for Scientists
- Statistics and Data Analysis
- Scientific Method and Communication
How you will be assessed
- Laboratory practicals and scientific reports
- Fieldwork tasks and data-collection exercises
- Final exams worth 40 to 60 per cent in science units
- Problem sets and quantitative assignments
- Online quizzes and concept checks
- Third-year research project or placement report
Career outcomes
- Graduates work as laboratory scientists, environmental analysts and data scientists across industry and government.
- Many continue into Honours and PhD study, leading to research roles at CSIRO, universities and biotech firms.
- Common pathways include secondary teaching, science communication and graduate medicine programmes.
Typical first jobs
- Laboratory scientist or technical officer
- Environmental or field scientist
- Data analyst or research assistant
- Quality, compliance or testing officer in industry
- Government scientific or natural-resources officer
- Pathway role while completing Honours or a masters
- Science communicator or education officer
Graduate starting salary
$60,000 - $70,000 per year
Source: https://www.qilt.edu.au/surveys/graduate-outcomes-survey-(gos). Last reviewed 2026-05-24.
After graduation
Graduates enter laboratory, field, environmental, data and technical roles across industry, government and research, including the agriculture, resources and environmental sectors important to regional Queensland. Many continue to an Honours year, which is the standard entry point to PhD study and research careers. Other pathways include the Master of Teaching (to teach secondary science), graduate-entry medicine and health programs, and applied masters in areas such as environmental management, data science or biotechnology.
Is this the right degree for you?
You probably thrive here if
- Curious students who enjoy experiments and fieldwork
- People comfortable with maths, data and scientific method
- Those interested in environmental, marine or resource science
- Independent learners who like investigation and analysis
- Students open to Honours and a research pathway
It is probably not for you if
- Students who dislike maths, labs or technical detail
- Those wanting a single guaranteed job title at graduation
- People who prefer essay-based or studio-based study
- Students unwilling to do fieldwork or laboratory components
Sources
Course details are summarised by ExamExplained, not copied from the university. Confirm course content and ATAR cutoffs on the CQUniversity Australia handbook and on QTAC before applying. Page generated at https://examexplained.com.au/uni/cqu/bachelor-of-science.