Bachelor of Applied Science (BAppSc)
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
3 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2240
Faculty
Natural Resources, Agriculture & Veterinary Science
Teaching Location
Gatton, St Lucia
Delivery mode
External, Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Food Science and Nutrition: Year 12 English, Chemistry & Mathematics B
Integrated Resource Management: Year 12 English and Mathematics A, B or C
Exercise and Nutrition Sciences: Year 12 English, plus one of either Biological Sciences, Chemistry or Physics.
Other majors: Year 12 English
Additional application information
- With the exception of Food Science & Nutrition, Integrated Resource Management, Veterinary Technology and Exercise & Nutrition Sciences majors or extended majors, all fields are offered in internal and external modes
- An internal student attends lectures, tutorials and practicals on campus. An external student receives instruction by mail, or via the internet. Regardless of whether you study in internal or external mode the program is the same
- Courses offered in the external mode may have residential school requirements
- It is an expectation that students will have private access to a computer and the internet
- Students are not admitted to the Veterinary Technology extended major until the fourth semester of the Bachelor of Applied Science. There is a quota of 30 students admitted to the fourth semester. The final year of the Veterinary Technology extended major is available in internal mode only
- Internal students undertaking the Equine Science extended major, will at some stage require their own equitation horse. Agistment is available on campus
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Documentation, applications and changes of preferences must be lodged with QTAC 14 days before the offer round for guaranteed inclusion. Further details are on the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au).
How to applyEnquiries for Australian students
The Faculty of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Veterinary Science
Email: nravs.enquiries@uqg.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 5460 1276 or 1800 642 093 (Freecall)
Duration
3 Years full-time
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2240
Faculty
Natural Resources, Agriculture & Veterinary Science
Teaching Location
Gatton, St Lucia
Delivery mode
External, Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Food Science and Nutrition: Year 12 English, Chemistry & Mathematics B
Integrated Resource Management: Year 12 English and Mathematics A, B or C
Exercise and Nutrition Sciences: Year 12 English, plus one of either Biological Sciences, Chemistry or Physics.
Other majors: Year 12 English View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 025500G
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
view the English proficiency policy.View the entry requirements for international students.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelor of Applied Science?
Applied Science is the science of applying knowledge from one or more natural scientific fields to practical problems. The study of Applied Science at the University of Queensland will provide you with not only a broad understanding of a variety of scientific principles but also the skill to apply your knowledge to solve problems and provide solutions to a variety of situations - vital skills sought by employers and therefore a particular advantage when entering the workforce.
The Bachelor of Applied Science will provide you with a broad background in basic sciences. The degree offers a flexible three year program with a diverse range of specialisations, depending on your career aspirations making it possible to enter into a wide range of industries.
You are able to tailor your study by selecting either one Extended Major (see information below) or alternatively you could choose two single majors to combine two areas of interest. Single majors include: Animal Science, Animal and Plant Biosecurity, Conservation Management, Integrated Resource Management, Plants, Regional and Rural Business Management, and Wildlife Management.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Applied Science.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Bachelor of Applied Science
- Animal Science Major
- Animal and Plant Biosecurity Major
- Conservation Management Major
- Equine Science Extended Major
- Exercise and Nutrition Sciences Major
- Food Science and Nutrition / Extended Major
- Integrated Resource Management / Extended Major
- Parks and Wildlife Management Extended Major
- Plants / Extended Major
- Production Animal Science Extended Major
- Regional and Rural Business Management Major
- Rural Management Extended Major
- Veterinary Technology Extended Major
- Wildlife Management Major
- Wildlife Science Extended Major
Placement courses
30 working days of approved Industry Practice work experience is a requirement for graduation and gives you an opportunity to gain valuable practical experience in a real workplace setting.
Dual degree programs for the Bachelor of Applied Science
Honours
Honours is available as an additional year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Food Science and Nutrition: Year 12 English, Chemistry & Mathematics B
Integrated Resource Management: Year 12 English and Mathematics A, B or C
Exercise and Nutrition Sciences: Year 12 English, plus one of either Biological Sciences, Chemistry or Physics.
Other majors: Year 12 English
Additional application information
- With the exception of Food Science & Nutrition, Integrated Resource Management, Veterinary Technology and Exercise & Nutrition Sciences majors or extended majors, all fields are offered in internal and external modes
- An internal student attends lectures, tutorials and practicals on campus. An external student receives instruction by mail, or via the internet. Regardless of whether you study in internal or external mode the program is the same
- Courses offered in the external mode may have residential school requirements
- It is an expectation that students will have private access to a computer and the internet
- Students are not admitted to the Veterinary Technology extended major until the fourth semester of the Bachelor of Applied Science. There is a quota of 30 students admitted to the fourth semester. The final year of the Veterinary Technology extended major is available in internal mode only
- Internal students undertaking the Equine Science extended major, will at some stage require their own equitation horse. Agistment is available on campus
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Food Science and Nutrition: Year 12 English, Chemistry & Mathematics B
Integrated Resource Management: Year 12 English and Mathematics A, B or C
Exercise and Nutrition Sciences: Year 12 English, plus one of either Biological Sciences, Chemistry or Physics.
Other majors: Year 12 English View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 025500G
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Applied Science
Careers
Applied Science graduates from UQ enjoy very high regard with employers; many securing jobs within the industry prior to graduating. The main advantage of studying an Applied Science degree at UQ is the diversity of opportunities it provides through the valuable contacts made during the vocational placement you will undertake during your program.
Jobs:
Depending on their area of specialisation (or extended major/majors) Applied Science Graduates find employment in a variety of fields.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Association for the Advancement of Animal Breeding and Genetics Inc
- Australian Agricultural and Resource Economics Society
- Australasian Equine Science Association
- Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology
- Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology
- Australian Institute of Horticulture
- Australian Mammal Society
- Australian Rangeland Society
- Australian Society of Animal Production
- Australian Society of Horticultural Science
- Australasian Wildlife Management Society
- Ecological Society of Australia
- Environment Institute of Australia
- Nutrition Society of Australia
- Parks and Leisure Australia
- The Wildlife Society
Program rules for the Bachelor of Applied Science
To complete the Bachelor of Applied Science
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of Applied Science, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
Students are required to obtain #48 comprising -
- #16 of core courses;
- one extended major from Part A of the
BAppSc list
OR
two single majors from Part B of the BAppSc List. - the balance are electives from Part C or Part D or other courses in the BAppSc list
Pre-2004 students should complete all the courses, or their equivalents, listed in Part A in the year in which they first enrolled.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
