Overview

Discover the expertise of leading teachers, state-of-the-art facilities and a broad selection of science majors to suit your ambition. Practically apply your knowledge and learn on the job as you work as a scientist for a whole year – and get paid for it – with a 12-month work placement. You’ll emerge with the networks and experience to give you a competitive edge. 

Available majors

• Applied Mathematics
• Biochemistry
• Biotechnology
• Chemistry
• Environmental Science
• Physics

Your industry experience

Build up your CV with real industry experience as you study with Work Integrated Learning, guaranteed for all our bachelor degrees. This Professional Degree includes a 12-month paid work placement and three industry-linked projects. Benefit from Swinburne’s industry partnerships, gain invaluable work experience and earn credit towards your degree.

Skills you’ll learn

• Conducting laboratory experiments
• Critical data analysis
• Problem solving
• Researching and gathering information
• Report writing skills
• Teamwork

Your career opportunities

• Forensic scientist
• Sustainability analyst
• Meteorologist and climate modeller
• Pathologist
• Astrophysicist