Bachelor of Science
at University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland.
A three-year science degree at UniSC Sunshine Coast (ranks shown) and Moreton Bay, with majors in biology, biotechnology, chemistry, ecology and mathematics. No prerequisites; English, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics and a science (preferably Chemistry) are recommended.
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 UniSC 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 | 53.45 | qtac.edu.au |
| 2025 | 68.00 | qtac.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 QTAC.
Prerequisite Year 12 subjects
No formal Year 12 subject prerequisites; assumed knowledge may still apply.
What you will study
Students gain a foundation in cell biology, chemistry, biodiversity and ecology, and research methods, then choose majors and minors including biology, biotechnology, chemistry, ecology, mathematics, agriculture and aquaculture, genetics, microbiology and sustainability. Introductory mathematics courses are available for students without senior maths.
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
- Environmental scientist or officer with a council or consultancy
- Field ecologist or marine-science research assistant
- Laboratory technician in food, water or environmental testing
- Government scientist or environmental compliance officer
- Data or research assistant at a university or institute
- Science communicator or education officer
- Pathway into Master of Teaching (Secondary Science)
Graduate starting salary
$60,000 - $70,000 per year
Source: qilt.edu.au. Last reviewed 2026-05-24.
After graduation
Graduates work in environmental, laboratory, agriculture and research roles, or continue to the Bachelor of Science (Honours) and research degrees.
Is this the right degree for you?
You probably thrive here if
- Students who liked biology, chemistry, maths or environmental science at school
- Curious thinkers willing to delay specialisation until end of first year
- People who enjoy field work and the outdoors as much as the lab
- Patient problem-solvers and careful record-keepers
- Students considering research, environmental careers or science teaching
It is probably not for you if
- Students wanting a clear single-job outcome at graduation
- Those who dislike maths, lab work or final exams
- People who prefer humanities essay-driven study
- Students unwilling to consider Honours when targeting research roles
Sources
Course details are summarised by ExamExplained, not copied from the university. Confirm course content and selection ranks on the University of the Sunshine Coast website and on QTAC before applying.