Bachelor of Science with a Major in Biology

Macquarie University

Australia, Sydney

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Macquarie University

Australia , Sydney

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

001365G

Campuses

North Ryde

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines23-Feb-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 45,600 / year

Next Intake 23-Feb-2026

Bachelor of Science with a Major in Biology

About

Biology is the science of life – the study of all living things. It encompasses diverse subdisciplines, including cell and developmental biology, behaviour, biodiversity, conservation, ecology, genetics, microbiology, anatomy and physiology.

The Biology major links structure with function and processes that influence the ecology and evolution of organisms. You’ll consider taxa ranging from microbes to fungi, plants and animals, with a focus on Australia’s unique biodiversity. You’ll learn to apply your knowledge and skills, with foundational quantitative methods, to independently analyse, research and creatively solve problems. You’ll be equipped to adapt and thrive in future enterprises and employment with skills such as working collaboratively on industry- and research-related projects, and effectively communicating scientific concepts in multiple modes to a range of audiences.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

For international students, Macquarie uses a selection rank to determine the minimum eligibility requirement for each undergraduate course. This rank has been converted into equivalent scores for various recognised international high school qualifications and university entrance examinations, including global qualifications like the International Baccalaureate (IB) and GCE A-Levels.

For more information on how this score is converted for your qualification, please see our academic entry requirements for international students.

Career

Career outcomes

Set your career in motion

So that you’re equipped with the knowledge and skills employers require now and in the future, we design many of our degrees in consultation with a range of industries and sectors. Having such experts involved in creating the fundamentals of your degree provides you with opportunities to contextualise your learning, and gain the latest career insights.

Professions

Animal keeper
Aquarist
Biotechnologist
Captive breeder
Ecological consultant
Ecotourism operator
Education officer
Environmental manager
Food industry quality control adviser
Genetic counsellor (after further study)

Greenhouse or garden curator
Land manager
Natural resource manager
Quarantine inspector
Ranger
Research technician
Scientific researcher
Statistical analyst
Teacher (after further study)
Wildlife manager

Employers

Area health services
Australian Museum
Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service
Biomedical companies
CSIRO
Children’s Medical Research Institute
Consulting firms
Environmental protection agencies
Government agencies and departments
Local councils

Patent and intellectual property offices
PharmaTox
Research institutes
Sydney Catchment Authority
Taronga Zoo Sydney

Career information

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