Bachelor of Advanced Science

Note

The major in Pharmaceutical Sciences is not offered to International Students in the Spring intake.

This course is designed for aspiring professionals in medicine, pharmaceuticals, or quantum sciences, seeking to advance their careers with a comprehensive understanding of their chosen field. Choose this course to join a leading science faculty at UTS, renowned for its contribution to STEM education and research, and for fostering scientific professionals capable of transforming their industries.

What sets this course apart is the option to specialise in one of three cutting-edge majors: Pre-medicine, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Quantum Technology. Each major offers a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience, with opportunities to work with high-quality specimens, engage in advanced research, and develop effective communication skills.

You will gain a deep understanding of your chosen discipline, from human anatomy and drug impacts in the Pre-medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences majors to the intricacies of quantum devices in the Quantum Technology major. The course emphasises hands-on learning through professional placements, internships, and access to state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring you are well-prepared for postgraduate study or immediate entry into the professional world.

Teaching methods include research-informed lectures, laboratory work, and real-world placements, providing a dynamic and interactive learning environment. You will benefit from personalised attention and the chance to tailor your studies through elective subjects and sub-majors, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to excel in your future career.

Course features

Students can choose from the following three majors:

• Pre-medicine: Students can build expertise in anatomy, physiology and biochemistry in preparation for postgraduate medicine or a diversity of health care career choices. Curriculum combines research-informed theoretical learning with hands-on study in areas like pharmacology and genetics, and students work with high-quality specimens in our world-class Surgical and Anatomical Science Facility. An Indigenous health subject prepares students to work with and for Australia’s First Nations people, while a third-year capstone project helps them build highly effective science communication skills.
• Pharmaceutical Sciences: This major combines a range of medical science subjects with extended learning in chemistry and pharmacology. Students gain a broad understanding of the human body and the impacts of drugs on bodily systems via subjects in anatomy and physiology, building the skills and confidence to work in clinical and medical science environments. An Indigenous health subject prepares them to work with and for Australia’s First Nations people, while a third-year capstone project helps them build highly effective science communication skills.
  • By the end of their studies, students are ready for postgraduate pharmacy or for a wealth of career opportunities across the pharmaceutical sector.
• Quantum Technology: This major puts students at the cutting edge of this critical scientific discipline. As part of a carefully chosen cohort, they benefit from highly personalised learning opportunities that offer plenty of face time with both research and teaching staff. They also gain hands-on experience with quantum devices and optical systems and can add breadth to their skill sets by taking a sub-major in Quantum Computing and Communications, or Engineering. What’s more, with access to professional placements and cross-faculty electives, students can tailor their studies to suit their future goals.

Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.