Science
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Study science and play a role in finding solutions to the world's issues, from the impact of climate change and reducing our carbon footprint, to stem cell research and forensic crime solving.
Study at the #3 university in Victoria for life sciences
You’ll gain more than a degree when you study science at Deakin. With hands-on learning, industry collaboration and expert teaching staff, you’ll be ready for an exciting career.
Disciplines within science
Take the next step to a brighter future
Explore our science courses and find out more about life at Deakin. Download the study guide to get more inspiration for your future career in a major growth sector.
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Choose a science degree that will get you work ready
You'll gain more than a degree when you study science at Deakin. Our hands-on, practical and flexible approach – along with industry collaboration and expert teaching staff – prepares you for an exciting and rewarding career.
Design your own degree
Our Bachelor of Science offers you flexibility. Choose a major from biology and chemistry through to mathematical modelling and environmental science. Want to expand your career path further? Combine your science studies with arts, commerce, law or teaching.
More than just a qualification
Get real-world experience through innovative and practical programs, and develop the skills employers want. Our work-integrated learning program can help you incorporate a full or part-time industry placement that's credited towards your degree.
Top professional roles in science
Natural and physical science professional roles are projected to grow by 17.4% to 161,600 jobs in 2034 according to Australian Government employment projections.* Get ahead and build your professional network while studying at Deakin.
- 36,300 jobs for medical laboratory scientists
- 33,600 jobs for environmental scientists
- 21,900 jobs for science technicians
- 12,200 jobs for life scientists
- 11,600 jobs for chemists, and food and wine scientists.
Professional recognition
Deakin is the first university in the Asia–Pacific region and the only university in Australia to offer professionally accredited forensic sciences courses. The Bachelor of Forensic Science is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences in the UK. Our Bachelor of Science chemistry major has also been professionally accredited by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI).
Top 250 in the world for life sciences
Study with the best. Deakin is ranked in the top 250 universities worldwide for life sciences. This rating highlights our world-class facilities, academic reputation, employer reputation and research impact.
#3 in Victoria for life sciences
World leader in environmental science research
#3 in Australia for interdisciplinary science research
#1 Victorian uni for course satisfaction
#1 Victorian uni for graduate employment
#1 Victorian uni for facilities and resources
We work collaboratively with industry partners to help us inform our learning activities and outcomes to ensure we're meeting the demands and expectations of the sector, particularly in regard to the rapid development of technology.
Senior Lecturer, Marine Science
World-class teaching experiences
Our state-of-the-art facilities and expert teaching staff means that you are well prepared for an exciting future career.
Research and teaching excellence
Our teaching and research staff are experts in their fields, with broad international links and experience. Much of our science research is conducted in partnership with government departments, industry and leading international scientists.
First-class facilities
Deakin is continuously improving its teaching laboratories and spaces to ensure we provide high-quality practical experiences befitting the needs of the modern scientist. Our science students have access to industry-standard facilities and equipment.
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Kickstart your science career with Deakin's Bachelor of Science
Love science but unsure about committing to a specialist degree like chemistry or marine science? Deakin's Bachelor of Science might be your perfect fit.
Deakin references data from a range of government, higher education and reputable media sources. For more information, visit our University rankings page.
*Jobs and Skills Australia: Employment Projections May 2024–May 2034.
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Got a question about our science courses? Our course advisers are available to speak to you about your study options and how we can help you further your career.
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