Bachelor of Science
at University of Southern Queensland, 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 University of Southern Queensland 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 science foundation across two or more disciplines drawn from UniSQ's strengths: biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics and statistics, with an introduction to scientific method and laboratory skills. UniSQ delivers science on campus at Toowoomba and Springfield and supports online and external study, with practicals completed on campus or through intensive residential schools. You begin choosing a major such as physical sciences, mathematics and statistics, or astrophysics, for which UniSQ is well known. Second year deepens the major with intermediate theory, more demanding laboratory or field work and data-analysis skills. Students in astrophysics use UniSQ's observational facilities, while those in agricultural or environmental sciences engage with the regional research context. Third year covers advanced subjects and a research project or capstone applying scientific and quantitative skills to a real question. The degree is structured to feed into Honours, which is the standard entry point to research masters and PhD study, and into secondary science teaching with further study.
Example first-year subjects
- Foundations of Scientific Method
- General and Organic Chemistry
- Cell and Molecular Biology
- Calculus and Linear Algebra
- Physics for Scientists
- Introductory Statistics
How you will be assessed
- Final exams worth 50 to 60 per cent in core science subjects
- Laboratory and field practical work with written reports
- Quantitative and data-analysis assignments
- Research project or capstone in third year
- Online quizzes and problem sets
- Oral or poster presentations of results
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 or field officer
- Data analyst or research assistant
- Quality-control or technical officer in agribusiness
- Science communicator or technical support
- Research assistant at a university or institute
- Pathway entrant to research Honours or graduate medicine
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, technical, data-analysis and field roles across industry, agribusiness, resources and government, with strong regional demand. Honours is the entry point to research masters and PhD study, and UniSQ's research strengths in astrophysics and agricultural sciences support higher-degree pathways. Other options include the Master of Teaching (secondary science), masters in data science or environmental management, and graduate medicine via a science feeder.
Is this the right degree for you?
You probably thrive here if
- Students who liked maths and science at senior school
- Curious problem-solvers who enjoy laboratory and field work
- People interested in astrophysics, physical or agricultural sciences
- Independent learners who can manage practicals externally
- Students aiming at research, Honours or graduate medicine
It is probably not for you if
- Students who dislike maths, statistics or laboratory work
- Those wanting a vocational degree with a single job title
- People who prefer qualitative or essay-based study
- Students who avoid exams and quantitative assessment
Sources
Course details are summarised by ExamExplained, not copied from the university. Confirm course content and ATAR cutoffs on the University of Southern Queensland handbook and on QTAC before applying. Page generated at https://examexplained.com.au/uni/usq/bachelor-of-science.