Bachelor of Science
at Flinders University, South Australia.
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 Flinders University 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 | SATAC |
| 2023 | ATAR cutoff not published | SATAC |
| 2022 | ATAR cutoff not published | SATAC |
No verified cutoffs are available. Confirm the latest figure on the official SATAC cutoff release.
Prerequisite Year 12 subjects
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What you will study
First year is broad and foundational. You take introductory topics across several disciplines such as biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics, plus a quantitative-skills or data topic, with substantial laboratory work alongside lectures. The wide first year lets you sample fields before committing, and you usually choose a major (and often a second major) by the end of the year. Second year deepens your chosen majors. The science becomes more specialised and mathematically demanding, with longer laboratory practicals, fieldwork in the environmental and earth sciences, and a stronger focus on experimental design and data analysis. Flinders has notable strengths in physics, including lasers, photonics and nanotechnology, as well as marine and environmental sciences. Third year is specialisation and research. You take advanced topics in your major and commonly complete a research project or independent study, working alongside academics and using specialist instruments. Strong students continue into a fourth-year Honours, which is the standard entry point into research masters and PhD study and into research roles in industry and government.
Example first-year subjects
- Biology: Molecules to Organisms
- Chemical Structure and Bonding
- Physics for the Physical Sciences
- Mathematics 1A: Calculus and Algebra
- Earth and Environmental Systems
- Scientific Data and Quantitative Methods
How you will be assessed
- Laboratory practical reports and bench-skills assessment
- Mid-semester and end-of-semester theory examinations
- Problem sets and quantitative assignments
- Fieldwork reports in environmental and earth sciences
- Research project report and presentation in the final year
- Online quizzes and data-analysis tasks
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: https://www.qilt.edu.au/surveys/graduate-outcomes-survey-(gos). Last reviewed 2026-05-24.
After graduation
Many graduates take a fourth-year Honours, which is the gateway to research masters and PhD study and is often expected for research and laboratory roles. Common postgraduate pathways include graduate-entry medicine and other clinical programmes, the Master of Teaching (secondary) for those moving into science education, and specialist masters in data science, environmental management or particular scientific fields. Direct-to-work graduates enter laboratory, analyst, environmental and technical roles across industry and government.
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 ATAR cutoffs on the Flinders University handbook and on SATAC before applying. Page generated at https://examexplained.com.au/uni/flinders/bachelor-of-science.