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 2022 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 2022 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
Course requirements
Science component96 credit points
Part A. Science specified study
48 credit pointsLevel 1 science sequences
24 credit pointsBiological sciences
12 credit pointsAdditional biological sciences unit
6 credit pointsChemistry
12 credit pointsChemistry 1
6 credit pointsChemistry 2
6 credit pointsComputational science
12 credit pointsOption 1
12 credit pointsOption 2
12 credit pointsEarth, atmosphere and environment
12 credit pointsGeographical science
12 credit pointsMathematics and statistics
12 credit pointsMathematics and statistics option
12 credit pointsAdditional mathematics and statistics unit
6 credit pointsAdvanced mathematics option
12 credit pointsPhysics
12 credit pointsOption 1
12 credit pointsOption 2
12 credit pointsOption 3
12 credit pointsPsychology
12 credit pointsAdditional level 1 units (6 or 12 credit points)
12 credit points- MTH1010Functions and their applicationsNo reviews yet6 cp
- SCI1200Humans, evolution and modern societyNo reviews yet6 cp
- SCI1300Climate change: From science to societyNo reviews yet6 cp
- SCI1800Introduction to environmental sustainabilityNo reviews yet6 cp
- ANT1800Introduction to anatomyNo reviews yet6 cp
- BTH1802Fundamentals of biotechnologyNo reviews yet6 cp
- FST1911Introduction to nutritionNo reviews yet6 cp
- FST1800Fundamentals of food and sensory scienceNo reviews yet6 cp
Core communication
6 credit pointsYears two and three
6 credit pointsPart B. Science listed major
48 credit points- APPLMTH05Area of studyApplied mathematicsNo reviews yet48 cp
- ASTROPHY05Area of studyAstrophysicsNo reviews yet48 cp
- CLATMSCI01Area of studyClimate and atmospheric scienceNo reviews yet48 cp
- BIOCHEM05Area of studyBiochemistryNo reviews yet48 cp
- CHEMSTRY01Area of studyChemistryNo reviews yet48 cp
- DEVBIOL01Area of studyDevelopmental biologyNo reviews yet48 cp
- EARTHSC01Area of studyEarth scienceNo reviews yet48 cp
- ECOLOGY05Area of studyEcology and conservation biologyNo reviews yet48 cp
- GENEGENO01Area of studyGenetics and genomicsNo reviews yet48 cp
- GEOGSCI09Area of studyGeographical scienceNo reviews yet48 cp
- HUMPATH01Area of studyHuman pathologyNo reviews yet48 cp
- IMMUNOL01Area of studyImmunologyNo reviews yet48 cp
- MTHSTAT05Area of studyMathematical statisticsNo reviews yet48 cp
- MATHS09Area of studyMathematicsNo reviews yet48 cp
- MICROBIO05Area of studyMicrobiologyNo reviews yet48 cp
- PHARMAC01Area of studyPharmacologyNo reviews yet48 cp
- PHYSICS09Area of studyPhysicsNo reviews yet48 cp
- PHYSIOL05Area of studyPhysiologyNo reviews yet48 cp
- PLNTSCI05Area of studyPlant sciencesNo reviews yet48 cp
- PSYCHOL01Area of studyPsychologyNo reviews yet48 cp
- MATPURE09Area of studyPure mathematicsNo reviews yet48 cp
- ZOOLOGY05Area of studyZoologyNo reviews yet48 cp
Science extended majors
72 credit points- APPLMTH07Area of studyApplied mathematicsNo reviews yet72 cp
- ASTROPHY07Area of studyAstrophysicsNo reviews yet72 cp
- BIOCHEM07Area of studyBiochemistryNo reviews yet72 cp
- CHEMSTRY03Area of studyChemistryNo reviews yet72 cp
- EARTHSC03Area of studyEarth scienceNo reviews yet72 cp
- ECOLOGY07Area of studyEcology and conservation biologyNo reviews yet72 cp
- FININMAT04Area of studyFinancial and insurance mathematicsNo reviews yet72 cp
- GENEGENO03Area of studyGenetics and genomicsNo reviews yet72 cp
- GEOGSCI11Area of studyGeographical scienceNo reviews yet72 cp
- IMMUNOL03Area of studyImmunologyNo reviews yet72 cp
- MTHSTAT07Area of studyMathematical statisticsNo reviews yet72 cp
- MATHS11Area of studyMathematicsNo reviews yet72 cp
- MICROBIO07Area of studyMicrobiologyNo reviews yet72 cp
- PHYSICS10Area of studyPhysicsNo reviews yet72 cp
- PSYCHOL03Area of studyPsychologyNo reviews yet60 cp
- MATPURE11Area of studyPure mathematicsNo reviews yet72 cp
Science minors
24 credit points- ASTROPHY08Area of studyAstrophysicsNo reviews yet24 cp
- CLATMSCI02Area of studyClimate and atmospheric scienceNo reviews yet24 cp
- BIOCHEM02Area of studyBiochemistryNo reviews yet24 cp
- CHEMSTRY02Area of studyChemistryNo reviews yet24 cp
- DEVBIOL02Area of studyDevelopmental biologyNo reviews yet24 cp
- EARTHSC02Area of studyEarth scienceNo reviews yet24 cp
- ECOLOGY06Area of studyEcology and conservation biologyNo reviews yet24 cp
- GENEGENO02Area of studyGenetics and genomicsNo reviews yet24 cp
- GEOGSCI10Area of studyGeographical scienceNo reviews yet24 cp
- IMMUNOL02Area of studyImmunologyNo reviews yet24 cp
- MTHSTAT06Area of studyMathematical statisticsNo reviews yet24 cp
- MATHS07Area of studyMathematicsNo reviews yet24 cp
- MICROBIO06Area of studyMicrobiologyNo reviews yet24 cp
- MOLBIOL02Area of studyMolecular biologyNo reviews yet24 cp
- PHARMAC02Area of studyPharmacologyNo reviews yet24 cp
- PHYSICS02Area of studyPhysicsNo reviews yet24 cp
- PHYSIOL06Area of studyPhysiologyNo reviews yet24 cp
- PLNTSCI06Area of studyPlant sciencesNo reviews yet24 cp
- PSYCHOL02Area of studyPsychologyNo reviews yet24 cp
- ZOOLOGY06Area of studyZoologyNo reviews yet24 cp
Computer science component96 credit points
Part A. Computer science foundation study
42 credit points- FIT1045Algorithms and programming fundamentals in pythonRated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review6 cp
- FIT1047Introduction to computer systems, networks and securityNo reviews yet6 cp
- FIT1008Introduction to computer scienceRated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 review6 cp
- FIT2004Algorithms and data structuresRated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 review6 cp
- FIT2014Theory of computationRated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 review6 cp
- MAT1830Discrete mathematics for computer scienceRated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 review6 cp
- MAT1841Continuous mathematics for computer scienceNo reviews yet6 cp
Part B. Professional skills study
6 credit pointsPart C. Specialist discipline knowledge and Part D. Problem solving and analytical skills
36 credit pointsPart E. Applied practice
12 credit pointsComputer science project
12 credit pointsData science project
12 credit pointsIndustry-based learning
18 credit pointsThe 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. This course is structured in three equal parts. In the double degree course you complete:
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 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)
- APPLMTH05Applied mathematicsNo reviews yet
- ASTROPHY05AstrophysicsNo reviews yet
- BIOCHEM05BiochemistryNo reviews yet
- CHEMSTRY01ChemistryNo reviews yet
- CLATMSCI01Climate and atmospheric scienceNo reviews yet
- DEVBIOL01Developmental biologyNo reviews yet
- EARTHSC01Earth scienceNo reviews yet
- ECOLOGY05Ecology and conservation biologyNo reviews yet
- GENEGENO01Genetics and genomicsNo reviews yet
- GEOGSCI09Geographical scienceNo reviews yet
- HUMPATH01Human pathologyNo reviews yet
- IMMUNOL01ImmunologyNo reviews yet
- MTHSTAT05Mathematical statisticsNo reviews yet
- MATHS09MathematicsNo reviews yet
- MICROBIO05MicrobiologyNo reviews yet
- PHARMAC01PharmacologyNo reviews yet
- PHYSICS09PhysicsNo reviews yet
- PHYSIOL05PhysiologyNo reviews yet
- PLNTSCI05Plant sciencesNo reviews yet
- PSYCHOL01PsychologyNo reviews yet
- MATPURE09Pure mathematicsNo reviews yet
- ZOOLOGY05ZoologyNo reviews yet
Extended majors (16)
- APPLMTH07Applied mathematicsNo reviews yet
- ASTROPHY07AstrophysicsNo reviews yet
- BIOCHEM07BiochemistryNo reviews yet
- CHEMSTRY03ChemistryNo reviews yet
- EARTHSC03Earth scienceNo reviews yet
- ECOLOGY07Ecology and conservation biologyNo reviews yet
- FININMAT04Financial and insurance mathematicsNo reviews yet
- GENEGENO03Genetics and genomicsNo reviews yet
- GEOGSCI11Geographical scienceNo reviews yet
- IMMUNOL03ImmunologyNo reviews yet
- MTHSTAT07Mathematical statisticsNo reviews yet
- MATHS11MathematicsNo reviews yet
- MICROBIO07MicrobiologyNo reviews yet
- PHYSICS10PhysicsNo reviews yet
- PSYCHOL03PsychologyNo reviews yet
- MATPURE11Pure mathematicsNo reviews yet
Specialisations (2)
Minors (20)
- ASTROPHY08AstrophysicsNo reviews yet
- BIOCHEM02BiochemistryNo reviews yet
- CHEMSTRY02ChemistryNo reviews yet
- CLATMSCI02Climate and atmospheric scienceNo reviews yet
- DEVBIOL02Developmental biologyNo reviews yet
- EARTHSC02Earth scienceNo reviews yet
- ECOLOGY06Ecology and conservation biologyNo reviews yet
- GENEGENO02Genetics and genomicsNo reviews yet
- GEOGSCI10Geographical scienceNo reviews yet
- IMMUNOL02ImmunologyNo reviews yet
- MTHSTAT06Mathematical statisticsNo reviews yet
- MATHS07MathematicsNo reviews yet
- MICROBIO06MicrobiologyNo reviews yet
- MOLBIOL02Molecular biologyNo reviews yet
- PHARMAC02PharmacologyNo reviews yet
- PHYSICS02PhysicsNo reviews yet
- PHYSIOL06PhysiologyNo reviews yet
- PLNTSCI06Plant sciencesNo reviews yet
- PSYCHOL02PsychologyNo reviews yet
- ZOOLOGY06ZoologyNo reviews yet
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
Refer to the Course description for each partner course
More information
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 2022, including Applied mathematics; Astrophysics; Biochemistry; Chemistry; Climate and atmospheric science; 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 2022 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 Computer ScienceBachelor of Computer Science in Data ScienceBachelor of Science