Bachelor of Science
at Griffith University, 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 Griffith 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 | 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 a broad scientific foundation: you take introductory courses in at least two science disciplines (biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, environmental science, earth science) plus a science-skills or data course. Most students delay locking in a major until the end of first year. Teaching is at the Nathan and Gold Coast campuses, both with strong field and marine facilities. Second year you specialise into majors such as ecology and conservation, marine biology, environmental science, chemistry, physics, mathematics or earth science, where Griffith's environment, ecology and coastal-science strengths are a regional advantage. Courses become more rigorous, with weekly lab and field work and substantial problem sets. Third year features advanced major courses, a research-methods capstone or summer research project and electives. Strong students take an Honours year, the recommended pathway to research masters and PhD study and to roles at government science agencies, the CSIRO and research institutes.
Example first-year subjects
- Biology of Cells and Organisms
- Foundations of Chemistry 1
- Calculus and Linear Algebra
- Physics 1
- Introduction to Environmental Science
- Earth and Marine Systems
How you will be assessed
- Final exams worth 50 to 70 per cent in core science courses
- Weekly lab reports and practical write-ups
- Problem sets in mathematics and physics
- Research-methods capstone or thesis
- Group field-work or data-analysis projects
- Mid-semester tests
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
- Graduate scientist or research assistant at universities or institutes
- Environmental consultant or ecologist at consultancies and councils
- Laboratory technician in food, pharmaceutical or chemical industries
- Data analyst or junior data scientist
- Science communicator, museum educator or science journalist
- Government scientist at CSIRO, the EPA or state environment agencies
- Pathway into Master of Teaching (Secondary Science) and high-school teaching
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
Honours is the standard pathway for research, government science and CSIRO roles. Postgraduate options include the Master of Environment, Master of Marine Biology, Master of Data Science, Master of Public Health, research masters and PhD pathways through Griffith's environment and science research centres. Many graduates also enter graduate-entry medicine or dentistry, or move into industry roles in environmental consulting, resources and biotech.
Is this the right degree for you?
You probably thrive here if
- Students who liked maths, biology, chemistry or physics at senior secondary level
- Curious thinkers willing to delay specialisation until end of first year
- Patient lab and field workers and problem-solvers
- Students considering research, environmental science or medicine
- Self-starters who chase summer research scholarships
It is probably not for you if
- Students wanting a clear single-job outcome at graduation
- Those who dislike maths or final exams
- People who prefer humanities essay-driven study
- Students unwilling to consider Honours when targeting research roles
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 Griffith University handbook and on QTAC before applying. Page generated at https://examexplained.com.au/uni/griffith/bachelor-of-science.