Bachelor of Science
at University of Southern Queensland, Queensland.
A three-year science degree at Toowoomba (ranks shown) and online with majors from astronomy and space technology to wildlife management. No prerequisites; the assumed knowledge is English and General Mathematics (Units 3 and 4, C).
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 UniSQ 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 | 63.80 | qtac.edu.au |
| 2025 | 65.65 | 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
Majors include animal science, applied computing, archaeology, astronomy, biology, biomedical science, environment and sustainability, food and beverage science, geospatial science, mathematics and statistics, physics, plant agricultural science, space technology and wildlife management.
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: qilt.edu.au. Last reviewed 2026-05-24.
After graduation
Graduates work in agriculture, environmental management, laboratories and data roles, or continue to Honours and research degrees.
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 selection ranks on the University of Southern Queensland website and on QTAC before applying.