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Overview

Every scientific breakthrough is accompanied by a complex transition from the laboratory to the community and the corporate world is increasingly influenced by scientific advances and developments.

This double degree course in commerce and science gives you the skills to commercialise scientific research or outcomes, or apply commercial knowledge in research environments.

You have the opportunity to develop the technical and research skills required in scientific fields, while developing a strong understanding of the commercial realities of research as a business. You can combine your majors to explore areas of interest or develop new ones:

Pursue your mathematical talents with majors in applied mathematics and actuarial studies or econometrics, which could lead to an academic career or the development of new mathematical models and principles.
Blend studies in environmental science or conservation with a major in sustainability and introduce sustainable practices into the community or across organisations.
Turn majors in pharmacology and marketing science into a successful career marketing new medications or scientific breakthroughs.

Course structure

Commerce component96 credit points

Part A. Commerce specified study

48 credit points

Core units

36 credit points

You must complete 36 credit points from the following units. Note only 1 accounting unit may be completed. You must complete ACC1100 if you intend to complete a major in Accounting.

Additional commerce unit

6 credit points

You must complete one elective unit (6 credit points) from the Faculty of Business and Economics

Capstone, project, international or internship experience unit

6 credit points

You must complete 1 unit from one of the following lists, unless you are completing a major in Accounting. If you are completing the Accounting major you do not complete this section, but must take one elective from the Faculty of Business and Economics instead. Note: you may choose a 12 credit point unit by using the 6 credit points from the "Additional commerce unit" above. If you wish to choose a 24 credit point unit you must discuss course progression with the Faculty.

Capstone unit

6 credit points

You must complete one of the following units

Consulting project

6 credit points

You must complete one of the following units

International experience

6 credit points

You must complete one of the following units

Internships

6 credit points

You must complete one of the following units

Commerce listed major

48 credit points

You must complete one major from the list below. Depending on the major chosen, you may have already studied one of the required units as part of your commerce specified study. If so, you must complete an additional commerce unit to bring the combined commerce study to at least 96 points from the Faculty of Business and Economics. If you are intending to undertake an honours year, you should ensure you complete the specific units required for honours in your chosen major area of study. Refer also to the table of majors and minors.

Science component96 credit points

Part A. Science specified study

48 credit points

Level 1 Science sequences

24 credit points

You must complete two level 1 science sequences, each comprising 12 credit points

Biological sciences

12 credit points

You must complete the following two units

Option 1

12 credit points

You must complete the following units

Option 2

12 credit points

You must complete the following units

Chemistry

12 credit points

You must complete the following two units

First unit

6 credit points

You must complete 6 credit points from the following units

Second unit

6 credit points

You must complete 6 credit points from the following units

Computational science

12 credit points

You must complete one of the following options

Option 1

12 credit points

Option 2

12 credit points

Earth, atmosphere and environment

12 credit points

You must complete the following units

Geographical science

12 credit points

You must complete the following units

Mathematics and statistics

12 credit points

You must complete the following two units. If you have a strong mathematics background and an interest in the subject you could replace the units MTH1030 and/or MTH2010 with their advanced versions MTH1035 and/or MTH2015 respectively. You will need to seek permission to enrol in these units at the Science Student Services office.

Option 1

12 credit points

You must complete the following units

Option 2

12 credit points

You must complete the following units

Option 3

12 credit points

You must complete the following units

Physics

12 credit points

You must complete one option from the following

Option 1

12 credit points

You must complete the following units

Option 2

12 credit points

You must complete the following units

Option 3

12 credit points

You must complete the following units

Psychology

12 credit points

You must complete the following units

Mathematics and statistics unit

6 credit points

You are exempt from completing this unit because ETC1000 satisfies the mathematics requirement. You must take an additional science elective instead.

Additional level 1 units

6 credit points

You must complete any additional level 1 units (usually one or two) required taking the total level 1 science listed units to 36 points. Level 1 science listed units are chosen from units listed under any major, extended major or minor offered in the Bachelor of Science or from the following list. You can also replace one level 1 science listed unit with a level 2 or level 3 science listed unit.

Years two and three

12 credit points

Scientific practice and communication units

6 credit points

You must complete 6 credit points from the following units

Additional science units

6 credit points

You must complete any additional units required to make the total level 2 and 3 Bachelor of Science listed units to 60 credit points (inclusive of Scientific practice and communication units and the units in the major in Part B.), with at least 24 credit points at level 3. You may choose units from the following list or any units listed under any major, extended major or minor offered in the Bachelor of Science

Part B. Science listed major

48 credit points

You must complete one major from the following. A major requires eight units with no more than 12 credit points at level 1 and at least 18 credit points at level 3. You may replace the major with an extended major by using the elective units available in Part A.

It is recommended that you consider completing level 2 units in more than one area of science to maximise your choice of major at level 3.

If you are intending to undertake an honours year you should ensure you complete the specific units required as a prerequisite for honours in your chosen major area of study.

Science extended majors

72 credit points

You may complete a science extended major, provided you have sufficient room in your course. You may also use free space in your course to extend your science major to form an extended major.

Science minors

24 credit points

You may compete a science listed minor provided you have enough room in your course.

The handbook's description of this structure

Double degree courses include the features of the component degree courses, except that electives may be reduced.

Commerce

B2001 Bachelor of Commerce is a comprehensive course, structured in three equal parts. In the double degree course you complete the following two parts:

Part A. Commerce specified study

This will provide you with a broad foundation for your study of commerce and expose you to several commerce disciplines. This will contribute breadth to your knowledge of commerce and address the graduate course outcomes. It will also give you the opportunity to learn more about each discipline before finalising your choice of major.

Part B. Commerce listed major

This will provide you with a focused program of study that will develop your expertise in one discipline area. You will develop, apply and communicate an advanced level of understanding of the concepts and theoretical frameworks that constitute the knowledge base of your major area of study.

Science

S2000 Bachelor of Science is a comprehensive course, structured in three equal parts. In the double degree course you complete the following two parts:

Part A. Science specified study

This will provide you with the mathematical or statistical foundation for your study of science and address the nature of science and its communication. It will also expose you to different science disciplines contributing breadth to your understanding of science and giving you the opportunity to learn about several disciplines before finalising your choice of major.

Part B. Science listed major

This will provide you with a focused program of study that will develop your expertise in one discipline area. You will learn to develop, apply and communicate an advanced level of understanding of the concepts and theoretical frameworks that constitute the knowledge base of the discipline.

Course requirements

You must complete 192 credit points, of which 96 credit points are from the Bachelor of Commerce (including all the requirements in Part A and B for the single degree) and 96 credit points from the Bachelor of Science (including all the requirements in Part A and B for the single degree).

Course progression map

The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

You must complete 192 points, of which 96 points are from the Bachelor of Commerce (including all the requirements in Part A and B for the single degree) and 96 points from the Bachelor of Science (including all the requirements in Part A and B for the single degree).

Units are 6 credit points unless otherwise stated.

Areas of study

Majors (33)

Extended majors (14)

Minors (21)

Entry requirements

Guaranteed ATAR and selection rank

90; International: UERT Year 12/Foundation Band 5 (90-92.49); UERT Post-Secondary Band 3 (Distinction)

Other applicants

All applicants must satisfy the equivalence of the VCE subject prerequisites.

VET Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma graduates:
Applicants will require a minimum 70% average to be considered for selection. Preference will be given to applicants whose prior studies are related to the course. Programs that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not be sufficient to meet admission requirements.

Monash College entry requirements:
Diploma of Business (Commerce stream) Part 2 average: 70%
Monash University Foundation Year average: 76.25%

Higher education studies:
Applicants will be require a minimum 70% average to be considered for selection. Preference will be given to applicants whose prior studies are related to the course. A minimum of two single units must be completed in order to meet minimum admission requirements.

English language

Monash Minimum:
Level A, that is:
IELTS: 6.5 overall (no band lower than 6.0); or
TOEFL Paper-based test: 550 with a TWE of 4.5; or
TOEFL Internet-based test: score of 79 overall with minimum scores: Writing: 21, Listening: 12, Reading: 13 and Speaking: 18; or
Equivalent approved English test

Pathways

Refer to the Course description for each partner course

More information

Professional accreditation

Subject to unit choice, the Bachelor of Commerce degree is accredited by relevant Australian professional bodies. Refer to the professional recognition webpage.

Other information

Every scientific breakthrough is accompanied by a complex transition from the laboratory to the community and the corporate world is increasingly influenced by scientific advances and developments.

This double degree course in commerce and science gives you the skills to commercialise scientific research or outcomes, or apply commercial knowledge in research environments.

You have the opportunity to develop the technical and research skills required in scientific fields, while developing a strong understanding of the commercial realities of research as a business. You can combine your majors to explore areas of interest or develop new ones:

Pursue your mathematical talents with majors in applied mathematics and actuarial studies or econometrics, which could lead to an academic career or the development of new mathematical models and principles.
Blend studies in environmental science or conservation with a major in sustainability and introduce sustainable practices into the community or across organisations.
Turn majors in pharmacology and marketing science into a successful career marketing new medications or scientific breakthroughs.

Common questions

How long is Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science?

4 years full time, 192 credit points. At 24 credit points a semester, that is 8 semesters of full-time study.

What majors can I take in Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science?

47 majors in 2020, including Accounting, Actuarial studies, Applied mathematics, Astrophysics, Atmospheric science, Behavioural commerce, Biochemistry and Business analytics.

What ATAR do I need for Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science?

The guaranteed ATAR listed for 2020 entry is 90.

Where can I study Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science?

At Clayton.

How do I plan my Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science units?

Open the course in the MonMap planner. It lays out your semesters, checks prerequisites as you drag units in, and tracks the credit points each requirement still needs.

Course details

Qualification: Bachelor Degree
AQF level: Level 7
Credit points: 192
Full time: 4 Years
Part time: 8 Years
Maximum time: 10 years

Faculty: Faculty of Business and Economics
CRICOS code: 075405C
Abbreviation: BCom/BSc
Award titles: Bachelor of ScienceBachelor of Commerce
Handbook years: 20202021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027