Overview

An arts/science degree builds your knowledge and skills across creative and technical areas to expand your career prospects in fields such as environmental science, humanities, research, health and social sciences. Your arts and science studies are divided equally across this four-year double degree, giving you the opportunity to explore topics … For more content click the Read more button below. Throughout your arts and science subjects, you'll have access to purpose-built teaching and research facilities and work alongside some of Australia's leading educators. Subjects across both our arts and science disciplines offer a balance of theoretical knowledge and practical experience, giving you the skills you need to adapt to today's changing jobs landscape. Build skills in problem-solving, communication and collaboration – all highly sought after by employers – then use these skills to come up with innovative solutions to real-world problems. Whether it’s protecting endangered animals, discovering new ways to treat disease, shaping the political landscape, fighting climate change, or addressing global challenges, you’ll be ready to pursue your dream career by tailoring your double degree with a mix of majors, minors and electives. You’ll learn:CreativityTap into your creative side to unlock new ideas and innovative solutions.Critical thinkingDevelop your critical thinking skills to analyse and respond to complex issues.Scientific inquiryLearn how to study the world around you using scientific methods that address unanswered questions.CommunicationLearn how to connect, communicate and collaborate with a range of audiences in both written and verbal formats.Lab and fieldwork skillsGain technical skills in both the laboratory and the field to understand how to collect and analyse data. Emotional intelligenceExplore and understand what drives our decision making and learn how to connect to others with emotion and intelligence.

Portfolio

Office of the Provost

School

Agriculture, Biomedicine and Environment

Course coordinator

Ross O'Shea

Location(s)

Melbourne (Bundoora)

CRICOS code

106838F

Course instance contact

Ross O'Shea

Course duration (full time)

4 years

Course duration (part time)

8 years

Course duration (accelerated)

N/A

Study level

Undergraduate

AQF level

Level 7 - Bachelor Degree

Available only as an exit award

No

Study options

Domestic

International onshore

Completion requirements

To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science, students must complete 480 credit points in total consisting of: 240 credit points of Arts coded subjects, of which: 120 credit points major subjects and  120 second major or minor and/or elective subjects 240 credit points of Science coded … For more content click the Read more button below. 60 core credit points; 120 credit points major subjects and 60 credit points minor and/or elective subjects    

Course structure
480 credit points

Level one120 credit points
Level two120 credit points
Level three120 credit points
Level four120 credit points
Majors120 credit points
Minors60 credit points
Majors - currently suspended to new enrolments120 credit points
Majors - permanently closed to new enrolments120 credit points
Minors - currently suspended to new enrolments60 credit points
Minors - permanently closed to new enrolments60 credit points

Course intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:
1.
Apply systematic, detailed knowledge and understanding of at least one discipline or interdisciplinary area in the Humanities and Social Sciences.
2.
Develop creative, critical and analytical skills to address problems in a range of social and cultural contexts.
3.
Demonstrate high-level, ethical, professional and culturally aware communication skills.
4.
Design and conduct independent and collaborative research into complex problems relating to social issues, considering ethical implications and multiple perspectives.
5.
Navigate, critically assess and strategically utilise information from both physical and digital sources
6.
Demonstrate flexibility and resourcefulness to act as critically engaged global citizens.
7.
Explain the nature and methods of contemporary scientific practice, and the interrelationship between and society.
8.
Apply broad knowledge of science across a range of fields, with in-depth understanding of at least one scientific discipline, to analyse and evaluate investigations into real world problems.
9.
Critically evaluate information from different sources to effectively communicate scientific reasoning and results to diverse audiences.
10.
Work and learn both independently and collaboratively, and demonstrate effective teamwork to complete tasks professionally.
11.
Employ academic and professional integrity and scientific rigour in the conduct, evaluation and reporting of scientific research and practice.

Course features

Work based learning (placement) requirements

Elective placement opportunities (Work Based Learning)
During this course, you will have the opportunity to participate in a Work Based Learning (WBL) placement experience, designed to allow you to extend your formal academic learning beyond the classroom. The WBL experience will provide the opportunity to bring your learning from the university into a work environment and test out your knowledge in a professional real-world environment. Some courses include compulsory WBL subjects, however, we also offer a range of elective WBL subjects, both cross-discipline and subject-specific. La Trobe University will source placements for some subjects, while others will require you to source your own placement. If you are required to source your own placement, dedicated staff will guide and support you through the process. Elective WBL subjects generally involve an application process and Subject Coordinator approval. The location and number of hours undertaken can vary considerably depending on the activity and the discipline area. Please refer to the individual subject entries for more information.

Work integrated learning opportunities

Industry presentations, Industry informed curriculum, Industry-informed projects, Professional simulations

Other opportunities

Student exchange and overseas short programs offer a unique opportunity for a meaningful learning and educational experience abroad. La Trobe University encourages all students to make the world their campus by participating in an exchange or overseas short program that fits within your degree structure.

Career outcomes

Depending on your chosen mix of majors and minors, possible roles may include:

  • Diplomat
    • Engage international bodies to facilitate deals across trade and economics, culture, human rights, and the environment.
  • Ecologist
    • Survey ecosystems to assess the diversity and behaviours of organisms within them to help guide environmental planning and conservation.
  • Medical researcher
    • Conduct experiments to expand scientific knowledge of medicines and help develop new and improved medications, treatments and medical products.
  • Conservation Officer
    • Develop and implement programs and regulations for the protection of wildlife and other natural resources.

  • Policy Adviser
    • Provide advice to governments and corporate bodies to help shape regulations and policies across critical areas such as economics, social welfare and the environment.
  • Curator
    • Collect and display exhibits in museums or art galleries and develop innovative ways in which objects, archives and artworks can be shared with the public.

Professional recognition

The Chemistry major in the Bachelor of Science is accredited by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI). The Physics major in the Bachelor of Science is accredited by the Australian Institute of Physics (AIP). The Statistics major, with an additional subject (STA2ASM), in the Bachelor of Science is accredited by the Statistical Society of Australia (SSA).

Professional membership may require an application to the professional body and may have additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of the degree.  Please contact the relevant professional body for details.

Internal course relationships

Nested

Associate Degree in Science

Diploma of Science

Pathways from

Diploma of Arts

Related

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Health Sciences

Bachelor of Science

Related honours

Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

Bachelor of Science (Honours)

Replaces

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science

External pathways

External pathways into this course

Additional costs

Cost description - Other