Bachelor of Science
at Flinders University, South Australia.
A three-year science degree at Bedford Park with 7 majors and 23 minors after a common first year. The 2026 figure is the lowest selection rank for Semester 1, 2026 ATAR-based offers from Flinders' course profile; the guaranteed entry ATAR is 65. No SACE prerequisites or assumed knowledge.
Lowest selection rank
The lowest selection rank (LSR) is the lowest ATAR plus adjustment factors (equity, subject and regional bonuses) that received an offer to the Flinders Bachelor of Science for that intake. Universities publish it in their admissions student profiles. Only intakes with a published figure are listed.
| Intake | Lowest selection rank | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 60.00 | satac.edu.au |
A lowest selection rank describes a past intake, not a guaranteed entry score. Check the current entry requirements on the official course page before you apply through SATAC.
Prerequisite Year 12 subjects
No formal Year 12 subject prerequisites; assumed knowledge may still apply.
What you will study
After a common first year, students choose a major and add minors. There are 7 majors and 23 minors, including chemistry, physics, molecular biology and sustainability. Specialised science degrees, such as marine biology and forensic science, are also offered.
Placement and industry experience
Practical experience is available within the degree, including laboratory, field and industry placements.
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 technician in industry or government
- Environmental officer or field scientist
- Data analyst or research assistant
- Quality-control or regulatory officer
- Science communicator or technical writer
- Research-Honours or PhD candidate
- Secondary science teacher after further study
Graduate starting salary
$60,000 - $70,000 per year
Source: qilt.edu.au. Last reviewed 2026-05-24.
After graduation
Graduates work in laboratories, environmental and research roles, or continue to Honours and postgraduate study.
Is this the right degree for you?
You probably thrive here if
- Curious students who enjoy understanding how the natural world works
- Those comfortable with mathematics and laboratory work
- People who like designing experiments and analysing data
- Independent learners considering research or further study
- Students who enjoy fieldwork and hands-on investigation
It is probably not for you if
- Those wanting a single, guaranteed job title at graduation
- Students who dislike mathematics or laboratory practicals
- People who prefer essay-based or humanities study
- Those who want a highly structured vocational program
Careers this leads to
Australian career pathways that name this Bachelor of Science as an entry route. Each page shows uni, TAFE and apprenticeship alternatives.
Sources
Course details are summarised by ExamExplained, not copied from the university. Confirm course content and selection ranks on the Flinders University website and on SATAC before applying.