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Overview

By combining science with studies in arts, humanities or social sciences this double degree course provides you with powerful communication and critical thinking skills coupled with a strong technological or scientific base.

It offers over 60 study areas to select from. You might pair criminology with chemistry and take human rights or pharmacology as a minor and focus on forensic science, or human geography combined with ecology and conservation biology for a career in the environmental sector. If your focus is more towards the life sciences, you might consider combining psychology with politics and take minors in bioethics or developmental biology and language studies. The choice is yours.

If you're uncertain about which areas of study you like best, our course advisors will help you plan a course of study.

Course structure

Course requirements

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

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

Although the requirements in Part A appear to exceed 48 credit points, a level 1 sequence is typically counted towards the chosen major (Part B) and not towards this Part.

Level 1 science sequences

24 credit points

You must complete at least two approved level 1 sequences from the disciplines listed below. The choice of level 1 sequences will impact your choice of level 2 and level 3 units and will normally lay the foundation for a related major. The two level one sequences must be selected from separate disciplines and cannot have units in common. You will not be able to fit in three level 1 sequences in a double degree course.

Biological sciences

12 credit points

You must complete one of the following options

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

Chemistry

12 credit points

You must complete 12 credit points from the following units

Chemistry 1

6 credit points

You must complete one of the following units

Chemistry 2

6 credit points

You must complete one of the following units

Computational science

12 credit points

You must complete one of the following options

Option 1

12 credit points

You must complete the following units

Option 2

12 credit points

You must complete the following units

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 one of the following options. Note: 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 must 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 12 credit points from the following

Core unit

6 credit points

You must complete the following unit

MTH1030Techniques for modellingNo reviews yet6 cp

Elective unit

6 credit points

You must complete one of the following units

Physics

12 credit points

You must complete one of the following options

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 must complete at least one of the following level 1 mathematics or statistics units if not already taken as part of a level 1 approved sequence. The unit you choose will depend on your mathematics background and interests (see information on units below).

SCI1022 Introduction to scientific coding

6 credit points

SCI1022 Introduction to scientific coding is recommended if you want to gain fundamental coding skills that can be applied in a variety of scientific areas. It will be useful for data analysis, modelling of complex systems, data manipulation and visualisation in a scientific context. SCI1022 requires you to have studied VCE Mathematical Methods Units 3 and 4 (or equivalent) or STA1010.

SCI1020 Introduction to statistical reasoning

6 credit points

SCI1020 Introduction to statistical reasoning is recommended if you are planning to study areas where experimental design and data analysis skills are particularly important, such as the life sciences. SCI1020 is for students without a strong mathematics background.

STA1010 Statistical methods for science

6 credit points

STA1010 Statistical methods for science is recommended if you are planning to study areas where experimental design and data analysis skills are particularly important, such as the life sciences. STA1010 requires you to have studied VCE Mathematical Methods Units 3 and 4 (or equivalent).

MTH1020 Analysis of change

6 credit points

MTH1020 Analysis of change is recommended if you have an interest in mathematics and/or physics. MTH1020 requires you to have studied VCE Mathematical Methods (or equivalent).

MTH1030 Techniques for modelling

6 credit points

MTH1030 Techniques for modelling is recommended if you have an interest in mathematics and/or physics. MTH1030 requires you to have studied VCE Specialist Mathematics (or equivalent) or MTH1020. If you have a strong mathematics background and a keen interest in the subject you could replace the unit MTH1030 with the advanced version MTH1035. You will need to seek permission from Science Student Services to enrol in this unit.

Additional level 1 units (6 or 12 credit points)

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 Bachelor of Science major, extended major or minor, 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.

Core communication

6 credit points

You must complete the following unit

SCI1000Science communication to influence changeNo reviews yet6 cp

Years two and three

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 Bachelor of Science major, extended major or minor, or from the following units.

Part B. Science listed major

48 credit points

You must complete at least 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 intend 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.

Arts component96 credit points

You must complete 96 credit points comprising all the requirements from Parts A and B as described in the Bachelor of Arts degree. No more than 36 credit points can be completed at Level 1. At least 24 credit points must be completed at level 3.

Part A. Arts listed major

48 credit points

You must complete at least one of the following arts listed majors. A major requires 48 credit points with no more than 12 credit points at level 1 and at least 18 credit points at level 3.

Part B. Arts specified study

48 credit points

You complete 24 credit points of Arts elective units and 24 credit points of units from the Professional Futures domains.

Professional Futures

24 credit points

You must complete 24 credit points from the following Professional Futures domains

Global immersion

You must complete the following unit or any of the Arts study tours or semester length programs at arts.monash.edu/learning-abroad/home

Intercultural expertise

Professional experience

Innovation capability

Arts electives

24 credit points

You complete 24 credit points of Arts elective units which can be combined into a minor of study different to the chosen major from Part A and with no more than 12 credit points at level 1. You can also use this space to hone your academic and professional skills with an internship or a range of practical units. See Arts enrichment and Monash Intercultural Lab list of units to discover the breadth of options available.

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. 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 several 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.

Arts

A2000 Bachelor of Arts is a comprehensive course structured in three equal parts. In the double degree course you complete:

Part A. Arts listed major

This will provide you with a focused program of study that will develop your practical and theoretical skills and knowledge in one Faculty of Arts listed major area of study. You will learn to critically analyse, apply and communicate an advanced level of understanding of the concepts and theoretical frameworks that constitute the knowledge base of the area of study.

Part B. Arts specified study

This will expose you to several arts disciplines contributing breadth to your knowledge of the arts, humanities and social sciences. You will have the flexibility of learning about several areas of study before finalising your choice of major. You will also build skills and abilities that employers value and seek by completing units from the Professional Futures domains.

Arts electives

Arts elective units can be combined into a minor of study different to the chosen major from Part A and with no more than 12 credit points at level 1. You can also use this space to hone your academic and professional skills with an internship or a range of practical units. See Arts enrichment and Monash Intercultural Lab list of units to discover the breadth of options available.

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 the requirements in Part A and B for the single degree) and 96 points from the Bachelor of Arts (including all of the requirements in Part A and B for single degree).

Units are 6 points unless otherwise stated.

Areas of study

Majors (48)

Extended majors (19)

Minors (20)

Elective studies (32)

Entry requirements

Guaranteed ATAR and selection rank

75; International: UERT Year 12/Foundation Band 3 (80-82.49); UERT Post-Secondary Band 2 (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 or science.

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

By combining science with studies in arts, humanities or social sciences this double degree course provides you with powerful communication and critical thinking skills coupled with a strong technological or scientific base.

It offers over 60 study areas to select from. You might pair criminology with chemistry and take human rights or pharmacology as a minor and focus on forensic science, or human geography combined with ecology and conservation biology for a career in the environmental sector. If your focus is more towards the life sciences, you might consider combining psychology with politics and take minors in bioethics or developmental biology and language studies. The choice is yours.

If you're uncertain about which areas of study you like best, our course advisors will help you plan a course of study.

Common questions

How long is Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts?

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 Arts?

67 majors in 2022, including Anthropology; Applied mathematics; Archaeology and ancient history; Astrophysics; Biochemistry; Chemistry; Chinese studies; and Climate and atmospheric science.

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

The guaranteed ATAR listed for 2022 entry is 75.

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

At Clayton.

How do I plan my Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts 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: 003968G
Abbreviation: BSc/BA
Award titles: Bachelor of ScienceBachelor of Arts
Handbook years: 2020 202120222023 2024 2025 2026 2027