Bachelor of Advanced Science (Pharmaceutical Sciences)

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• Course description

  This course is designed for aspiring professionals in medicine, pharmaceuticals, or physics and quantum sciences, seeking to advance their careers with a comprehensive understanding of their chosen field. Choose this course to join a leading science faculty at UTS, renowned for its contribution to STEM education and research, and for fostering scientific professionals capable of transforming their industries.

  What sets this course apart is the option to specialise in one of three cutting-edge majors: Pre-medicine, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Physics and Quantum Technology. Each major offers a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience, with opportunities to work with high-quality specimens, engage in advanced research, and develop effective communication skills.

  You will gain a deep understanding of your chosen discipline, from human anatomy and drug impacts in the Pre-medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences majors to the intricacies of quantum devices in the Physics and Quantum Technology major. The course emphasises hands-on learning through professional placements, internships, and access to state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring you are well-prepared for postgraduate study or immediate entry into the professional world.

  Teaching methods include research-informed lectures, laboratory work, and real-world placements, providing a dynamic and interactive learning environment. You will benefit from personalised attention and the chance to tailor your studies through elective subjects and sub-majors, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to excel in your future career.

• Important dates

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• Year 12 adjustment factor scheme

  If you perform highly in your Year 12 subjects, your selection rank may be boosted by the Year 12 subject scheme.

  The scheme, which is automatically applied, awards selection rank adjustments to your application based on your marks in subjects that are relevant to the courses you have applied to.

• ATAR and selection ranks

  Your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is a score between 0.00 and 99.95. It shows you how you rank compared to all the students in your year group in New South Wales. A selection rank combines your ATAR with any other adjustment points that make up your overall university entrance score. Your selection rank may differ from university to university, depending on the adjustment points granted to you at each institution.

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• Transdisciplinary Electives at UTS

  Employers tell us the skills our graduates acquire from undertaking a Transdisciplinary Elective sets them apart from the crowd. That’s why we have embedded this program into every undergraduate degree.

  All you need to do is choose the Elective that inspires you the most.

  Transdisciplinary Electives integrate knowledge from multiple disciplines, allowing you to approach complex problems from a range of perspectives.

  By combining methods and insights from various disciplines, transdisciplinary learning often leads to breakthrough ideas and creative innovations that may not be possible within the confines of a single discipline.

  If you find yourself rapt by the world of innovation – you can pair your core degree with a Diploma in Innovation, graduating with two qualifications in the same timeframe. 

  In both instances, you’ll work on a real-world challenge presented by an industry partner organisation – partners who often create career pathways for our graduates.

  * Excludes students concurrently enrolled in the Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation.

• Course duration

  This course is offered on a three-year, full-time or six-year, part-time basis. Part-time students are required to attend some classes in daytime hours.

• Admission requirements

  Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.

  Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

• Domestic course fees

  2027 Indicative tuition fees for government-supported domestic students

  All offers for domestic undergraduate students are for Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP).This means the Australian Government contributes to your education costs, and you pay the remaining tuition fees, known as the student contribution. If eligible, you can defer payment through HECS-HELP, or you can choose to pay your fees upfront each session.  

  2027 Tuition Fees

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  Additional Costs 

  Your tuition fees do not include: 

  • The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), which supports student services and activities. If eligible, you can defer this fee using SA-HELP.
  • Textbooks, materials, and other course-related costs.
  • Any applicable payment processing fees (e.g., credit card surcharges).

  Important Information 

  • Fees are shown in Australian Dollars (AUD).
  • The indicative tuition fees above are based on full-time study (1 year = 48 credit points).
  • Your actual fees depend on the year you enrol, your study load and the subjects you choose. Some subjects fall into different student contribution bands.
  • You can calculate your student contribution based on the amounts listed in the student contribution table. 

• Inherent requirements

  Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential for successfully completing a course at UTS. You can find the inherent requirements for your course via the inherent requirements directory.

• Assumed knowledge

  Mathematics; any two units of English; any two units of Science.