Taking in research and teaching in the biological, chemical and physical sciences, Science at the University of Melbourne attracts the best and brightest from around Australia and internationally.
The most flexible science degree in Australia - 1 degree, 40 majors, unlimited career opportunities. Learn about the course structure, our majors, and how to apply.
Find the Masters, PhD, Diploma or Certificate course that will take you where you want to go.
With world-renowned scientists, state-of-the art facilities and a strong culture of industry collaboration, the Faculty of Science is finding solutions to the issues that matter most.
Meet our diverse students and graduates to see where a science degree could lead you.
Published: 16 Dec 2020
The University of Melbourne and Bush Heritage Australia have been awarded a significant grant of $1.2 million by The Ian Potter Foundation to build an open-source Conservation Knowledge System.
Published: 27 Nov 2020
Wiradjuri man and geographer Associate Professor Michael-Shawn Fletcher explores how Indigenous people and knowledge can save Australia’s environmental unravelling
Published: 26 Nov 2020
Professor Head is one of Australia’s leading researchers whose work focusses on human-environment relations, both prehistoric and contemporary.
How do termite mounds filter methane (and what does this mean for climate change)? Find the answer and explore our cutting-edge research on Pursuit.
Having an undergraduate in science and a postgraduate in business really gives me a complementary skill set and a deep knowledge in both areas. - Sarah Last
If you’re an Indigenous student thinking about a career in science, learn about how we can support your aspirations at the University of Melbourne.
Excited about your future in science? So are we. Join our scientific leaders in the search for solutions to today's most challenging problems.
Contact Stop 1, the University’s student support service, for any questions about our courses.
Wondering what studying with us is really like? Our students and alumni have answers.
Find the award, bursary or scholarship that's right for you.
Explore the many exciting directions a science degree could take you.
Start your science research career here. Become an expert in your field, under the supervision of our renowned researchers.
Level up your skills and knowledge in science with one of our masters degrees.
Our Master of Science degrees offer a research training pathway to a PhD or the workforce:
Our professional masters degrees will set you up for a specialist role in the knowledge economy:
Don’t meet the entry requirements for one of our masters courses?
Explore the Graduate Diploma in Science or Graduate Diploma in Science (Advanced) as potential pathway options.
Our Bachelor of Science is the most flexible science degree in Australia: 1 degree, more than 40 majors, unlimited career opportunities.
It's the perfect first step towards a career in science, engineering, health or technology.
If you want to extend your skills in research, consider adding an honours year to your Bachelor of Science.
Bachelor of Science course information
The Bachelor of Science (Extended) is a degree for talented Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians who may not meet the regular Bachelor of Science entry requirements.
If you're studying a Bachelor of Arts, Commerce, Design, Fine Arts or Music, you can still dip into science. Follow a passion, challenge yourself, or enhance your employability with a science Breadth subject.
Welcome! Here you'll find the Faculty of Science's resources for current students.
For any enquiries about your course, get in touch with Stop 1.
Published: 07 Aug 2020
Sarah McColl-Gausden from the School of Ecosystem and Forest Sciences won the competition with her thesis presentation on changes to the spread of fire in south-east Australia.
Published: 04 Aug 2020
Miss out on a session for the Graduate Orientation? Catch up sessions such as the Graduate Welcome and Academic Skills.
Published: 29 Jul 2020
Missed a session at Orientation and want to catch up? Or in need a refresher? We've got all the videos linked below so you can watch the presentations again.
Don't forget to read our e-newsletters, BSci-NEWS and GradSci-NEWS, sent to all current students.
To stay up to date between editions, like our Science Student News page on Facebook.
With a reputation as a global research leader, world-renowned scientists, state-of-the-art facilities and a strong culture of industry collaboration, the Faculty of Science is finding solutions to the issues that matter most.
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Research collaborations, technology licensing, student internships and more.
Start your research career here with a graduate course at Melbourne.
What's on in Science at Melbourne, including seminars, workshops, exhibitions and launches.
Our schools and institutes are the engine rooms of our research.
Our research centres create the critical mass required for the discovery and development of solutions to society's major issues.
Our world-leading technology platforms, facilities and research services.
The Faculty of Science values strong relationships with our alumni, supporters and the wider community. We are committed to bringing science to the community and creating excitement about scientific research and discovery.
We invite all friends and supporters to engage with us and help us to continue being Australia's leading scientific teaching and research hub.
Being a valued member of our community doesn't stop at graduation. Stay connected with a community of over 50,000 Science Alumni.
We provide professional development for science and careers teachers, high-quality communications to secondary students about courses and careers, and activities for students with a passion for science.
Your gifts enable us to continue a tradition of teaching and research excellence.
Research collaborations, technology licensing, student internships and more.
What's on in Science at the University of Melbourne, including seminars, workshops, exhibitions, launches and more.
The Faculty has strong international connections through both research collaborations and student exchanges and is actively pursuing new opportunities in curriculum development.
We are one of the most highly regarded science faculties in Australia, and throughout our history have been recognised internationally for our role in expanding the frontiers of knowledge for the betterment of society.
Comprising seven schools, the Faculty offers a range of undergraduate, honours, graduate and research degrees; enrolling over 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students.
We have a history of leadership in research, innovation, teaching and learning and play an important role in Australia's participation in the global knowledge economy.
The Faculty of Science is a thriving, passionate and internationally networked community. We are proud of who we are and our achievements.