CourseBachelor DegreeBSc/BCompSci

S2004 Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Computer Science

Faculty of Science

Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Computer Science (S2004) is a 4 years full-time, 192-credit-point, bachelor degree course from the Faculty of Science, taught at Clayton. In 2021 you can choose from 22 majors, 16 extended majors, 20 minors and 2 specialisations. Map your units semester by semester with the MonMap planner.

Credit points
192
Duration
4 years full time
8 years part time
Campus
Clayton
On campus
Guaranteed ATAR
75

This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.

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Overview

IT is driving major advances in many areas of science, which increasingly relies on computing in collecting, storing and analysing huge volumes of data such as computationally intensive simulations of new physical phenomena. So it's an exciting time to combine computer science with any of the emerging or traditional areas of science.

This double degree course will provide you with a highly transferable set of skills and knowledge. It develops your scientific thinking skills, including critical analysis and problem-solving ability, and adds computational and complex IT skills, maximising opportunities for employment related to information technology and science.

Course structure

Science component96 credit points
You must complete 96 credit points from the Bachelor of Science as follows

Part A. Science specified study

48 credit points

Level 1 science sequences

24 credit points
You must complete at least two level 1 science sequences. Note: The units in a level 1 sequence are required for the completion of a related minor or major. The choice of level 1 sequences will influence the choice of level 2 and level 3 units and will lay the foundation for the major.

Biological sciences

12 credit points
You must complete the following unit and an additional biological sciences unit from below

Chemistry

12 credit points
You must complete 12 credit points from the following units

Chemistry 1

6 credit points

Chemistry 2

6 credit points

Earth, atmosphere and environment

12 credit points

Mathematics and statistics

12 credit points
You must complete one of the following options

Mathematics and statistics option

12 credit points
You must complete the following unit and an additional mathematics and statistics unit from below. Note: If you complete MAT1830, and/or take MTH1030 instead of MAT1841 you should count these units towards the Bachelor of Computer Science. These units do not count towards the 96 points of science units required for the Bachelor of Science.

Advanced mathematics option

12 credit points
If you have a strong mathematics background and an interest in the subject, you could replace units MTH1030 and/or MTH2010 in the option above with their advanced versions MTH1035 and/or MTH2015 respectively. You will need to seek permission from Science Student Services to enrol in the following units.

Physics

12 credit points
You must complete one of the following options

Psychology

12 credit points

Additional level 1 units

12 credit points
You must complete sufficient additional level 1 units (usually 6 or 12 credit points) to take the total to a maximum of 36 credit points at level 1. Any additional units required to take the total of science specified study units to 48 credit points may be chosen from any major, extended major or minor offered in the Bachelor of Science, the mathematics and statistics units listed above, or from the following units. Note: You can replace one level 1 science listed unit with a level 2 or level 3 science listed unit.

Additional level 2 and 3 science units

6 credit points
You must complete any additional units required to take the total level 2 and 3 Bachelor of Science listed units to 60 credit points (inclusive of the units in the major under Part B), with at least 24 credit points at level 3, chosen from units listed under any major, extended major or minor in the Bachelor of Science, or from the following units.

Part B. Science listed major

48 credit points
You must complete one science listed major from those listed below. A major requires eight units with no more than two units at level 1 (12 credit points) and at least three units (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 that you complete the specific units required as a prerequisite for honours in your chosen major area of study. Note: You cannot complete a major in Computational science under the Science component.
Computer science component96 credit points
You must complete 96 credit points from the Bachelor of Computer Science as follows

Part B. Professional skills study

6 credit points

Part C. Specialist discipline knowledge and Part D. Problem solving and analytical skills

36 credit points

Part E. Applied practice

12 credit points
You must complete 12 credit points from one of the options below. Note: The industry-based learning option is available only if you are selected to participate in the IBL placement program. It will require the use of one elective unit space from your discipline study, and you must complete one unit over summer semester or overload in one semester by one unit in order to complete the degree within three years.

Computer science project

12 credit points

Data science project

12 credit points

Industry-based learning

18 credit points
If you are selected to participate in the IBL placement program, you must complete the following unit.
The handbook's description of this structure

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

Science

S2000 Bachelor of Science is a comprehensive course and it will provide you with a broad, general science education, as well as specialist training in one or more science disciplines.

Part A. Science specified study

This will provide you with the mathematical or statistical foundation for your study of science. 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.

Computer science

C2001 Bachelor of Computer Science course is a specialist course that develops through the themes of computer science foundation study, professional skills study, specialist discipline knowledge, problem solving and analytic skills study, and professional skills study which come together in applied practice.

Part A. Computer science foundation study

This study will develop your understanding of the role and theoretical basis of computer science and computational methods.

Part B. Professional skills study

This study develops professional skills by providing an understanding and appreciation of the ethical and professional guidelines applicable to computer science, developing the ability to work as an effective team member, developing the ability to communicate proficiently and appropriately for professional practice, and developing formal project management skills.

Part C. Specialist discipline knowledge

This study will develop your in-depth knowledge of the specific computer science methods of your specialised field within computer science.

Part D. Problem solving and analytical skills study

This study will develop your ability to apply appropriate methodologies in computer science and develop efficient computational solutions. It develops strong problem solving skills and the ability to apply analytical thinking.

Part E. Applied practice

The above knowledge and skills are integrated and consolidated in applied practice as demonstrated in a computer or data science project, and in some cases in an industry-based learning placement.

Course requirements

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

Units are 6 points unless otherwise stated.

Areas of study

Majors (22)

Minors (20)

Entry requirements

Guaranteed ATAR and selection rank

75; International: UERT Year 12/Foundation Band 3 (80-82.49); UERT Post-Secondary Band 2+ (High Credit)

Other applicants

All applicants must satisfy the VCE subject prerequisites demonstrating high performance in Year 12 or equivalent in English and in one unit of mathematics.VET Diploma graduates: To be considered, applicants who have completed VCE or its equivalent and who are applying with a science-based diploma will require an average result of at least 60%. Applicants who have not completed VCE but have completed a science-based diploma will require an average result of at least 70%. Programs that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not meet the admission requirements.VET Certificate IV graduates: To be considered, applicants with science-based certificate IV level studies will require average results of at least 80%. For applicants who have also completed VCE, both qualifications will be considered. No credit is granted for these studies.University: Two single units at an Australian higher education institution satisfy minimum entry requirements, but more units may be useful for selection, especially in science areas. Applicants should have at least a 60% average in their studies.Studies must have been completed within five years of intended commencement.

English language

Monash Minimum: Level A, that is:  IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no band lower than 6.0); or Pearson Test of English (Academic): score of 58 overall with no band lower than 50; 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

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Other information

IT is driving major advances in many areas of science, which increasingly relies on computing in collecting, storing and analysing huge volumes of data such as computationally intensive simulations of new physical phenomena. So it's an exciting time to combine computer science with any of the emerging or traditional areas of science.

This double degree course will provide you with a highly transferable set of skills and knowledge. It develops your scientific thinking skills, including critical analysis and problem-solving ability, and adds computational and complex IT skills, maximising opportunities for employment related to information technology and science.

Common questions

How long is Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Computer 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 Science and Bachelor of Computer Science?

38 majors in 2021, including Applied mathematics; Astrophysics; Atmospheric science; Biochemistry; Chemistry; Developmental biology; Earth science; and Ecology and conservation biology.

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

The guaranteed ATAR listed for 2021 entry is 75.

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

At Clayton.

How do I plan my Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Computer 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 Science
CRICOS code
082580G
Abbreviation
BSc/BCompSci
Award titles
Bachelor of ScienceBachelor of Computer ScienceBachelor of Computer Science in Data Science