Why study in Australia?
Safe, welcoming and diverse, Australia is one of the most popular destinations for students around the world. Discover what it’s like to live and study in Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Find a science degree
Want to help find solutions to the world’s biggest issues? From climate change to stem cell research to forensic crime solving – open up a world of exciting career opportunities across health, technology, environment and research.
Undergraduate
Undergraduate (your first degree)
A Deakin undergraduate course is the foundation of your future career, usually completed in two to four years. Duration varies based on degree type, enrolment pattern and any credit received from recognition of prior learning.
Postgraduate
Postgraduate (further study)
A postgraduate qualification can be undertaken by students who have already completed an undergraduate degree or possess significant, demonstrable work experience. Postgraduate courses include graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, masters and PhDs, as well as specialist programs for industry professionals.
Looking for a science degree that will prepare you for the workplace?
Choose the #1 university in Victoria for graduate employment. Our science degrees are informed by industry and taught in cutting-edge facilities, preparing you for your dream career.
Gain an industry advantage
At Deakin, we give you the chance to apply the knowledge you learn in your degree in real life situations. Industry-based learning opportunities and real-world projects offer you valuable experience that relate directly to your chosen field.
Be taught by world-class teachers
Our teaching and research staff are experts in their fields and teach based on the latest scientific insights. It’s not surprising that Deakin is ranked in the top 250 of universities worldwide for life sciences.
Professional recognition
Deakin is the only Australian university – and the first in the Asia-Pacific region – to offer professionally accredited forensic science courses.
- Our 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).
Graduate with an employment advantage
Deakin is ranked in the top 250 worldwide for life sciences due to our world-class facilities, academic reputation, employer reputation and research impact. Become a highly sought-after graduate and choose the #1 Victorian university for graduate employment.
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.
Discover the best pathway to your dream degree at Deakin
Diploma of Science at Deakin College
Based on campus, Deakin College provides a supportive and smooth pathway to a world-class degree at Deakin University. Successfully complete an eight or 12-month Diploma of Science at Deakin College and move straight into the second year of Deakin University’s Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Biomedical Science, Bachelor of Environmental Science and Sustainability, Bachelor of Environmental Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology), Bachelor of Forensic Science or Bachelor of Zoology and Animal Science.
International pathway program: Royal Institute of Colombo (RIC), Sri Lanka
If you are interested in Deakin’s science, biomedical science, environmental science or forensic science bachelor degrees, you can complete your first year of study as an on-campus student at Deakin’s partner institution, Royal Institute of Colombo (RIC) .You will study Deakin curriculum delivered by a combination of RIC and Deakin staff. The credit you earn through your study at RIC will be applied toward a Deakin degree that you will complete through studies in Australia.
International pathway program: Indonesia International Institute for Life Sciences (i3L), Indonesia
Complete the first three years of your Bachelor of Biomedical Science or Bachelor of Biotechnology at the International Institute for Life Sciences (i3L) and earn credit toward the final year of Deakin’s Bachelor of Biomedical Science. After successfully completing your studies in Australia, you will graduate with a double degree.
The facilities provided by Deakin are out of this world. There is no reason for you to not reach your full potential with the help you get from this university.
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Bachelor of Biomedical Science
World-class teaching
Our industry-shaped courses and practical, real-world approach to learning prepares you to be adaptable across the jobs of the future.
Immerse yourself in first-class facilities
Learn like a professional in cutting-edge facilities, including biomedical, aquaculture and GIS labs, equipped with advanced industry-standard technology. Master your studies in our purpose-built crime scene training facility and explore Deakin’s Geelong Technology Precinct – featuring the latest research capabilities in materials, biotechnology, chemistry and environmental engineering.
Become a multidisciplinary professional
Expand your options and follow your passion with our range of science double degrees. You can pair your interest in science with other areas like arts, commerce, law or teaching.
#1 Victorian university for student support
Coming to Australia to study can be the adventure of a lifetime. From orientation and welcome sessions to academic support and social activities, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Cost of studying in Australia
Make your dream of studying at university in Australia a reality. Learn how university fees work, how to calculate and pay your fees and discover international scholarship opportunities.
Want to explore more?
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.
Footnotes
Deakin references data from a range of government, higher education and reputable media sources. For more information, visit our list of sources.
*Jobs and Skills Australia: Employment Projections May 2024 – May 2034.
Get help or contact Deakin
Our friendly advisers are available to speak to you one-on-one about your study options, support services for international students and how we can help you study at Deakin in Australia.
Phone: +61 3 9918 9188