Tools to help you enrol in Science units
On this page, you will find tools to help you understand your course structure and requirements and choose units to enrol in.
To accept your offer, you must enrol in units by your offer lapse date. If you are not certain about your unit choice, enrol in units and message us through MoVA, our virtual assistant for further assistance.
Watch our video below that covers enrolment, choosing your units and science areas of study, and the videos from our schools, which cover level one units and discipline information.
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Bachelor of Science enrolment information
Note: The Earth Science area of study has been discontinued and replaced by two new more-focused majors: Environmental Earth Science and Geoscience.
School enrolment information
School of Biological Sciences enrolment information
School of Chemistry enrolment information
School of Earth, Atmosphere and Environment enrolment information
School of Mathematical Sciences enrolment information
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The pre-requisites for SCI1022 have changed and the unit has no year 12 pre-requisites.
School of Physics and Astronomy enrolment information
Course requirements and course map
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Please familiarise yourself with the structure of the Bachelor of Science (course code S2000). You can find this information in the Handbook and a course progression map which provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.
Using the information available on this page, we recommend you use a course map to plan your course and check that your units and major(s) fit within your course structure.
You must complete all your course requirements to be eligible to graduate.
Choosing what you want to study
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During your science course, you need to complete at least one science major. A major is an area of specialisation, achieved by completing specific groups of science units.
There is a range of majors you can choose from, combined with the flexibility to try different combinations of units before deciding on your major. You can use your free electives to complete another major (science or non-science), or complete an extended major in your science area of interest or a minor in another science area. The units you choose now will impact what major/s you graduate with at the end of your course.
If you are commencing your course in semester two, you only need to enrol in units for semester two. Your choice of units may be limited by unit prerequisites and you may not be able to enrol in some units. (You enrol in units for the following year during the re-enrolment period).
Note: When you start enrolling in units online, you’ll be prompted to nominate the areas of study (minor, major and/or extended major) that you would like to complete. You can select what you think you want to major in now…BUT, you can change your mind prior to re-enrolling in your second or third year.
You can explore the majors in detail here under ‘Requirements’, Part B, Science listed major. The handbook entries outline all the units you need to take under each major. Details of science minors and extended majors can be found under ‘Requirements, Part B, Science extended majors and Science minors.
Note: Environmental science and Financial and insurance mathematics are only offered as extended majors and Molecular biology is only offered as a minor.
Please refer to this table for a list of all available science minor, majors and extended majors at Clayton.
Units you have to enrol in
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How many units do I enrol in?
Domestic students
As a full-time domestic student, you enrol in eight units per year (48 points), normally four units in semester one (24 points) and four units in semester two (24 credit points) to complete your course in the standard duration.
If you plan to take fewer units in an academic year (and take longer to complete your course), you can enrol in less points per semester online but if you plan to do 6 points per semester then you will need to enrol in a minimum of 12 points per semester to accept your offer, and then change your intended study load to 6 points by:
- changing from full-time to part-time via the Study Load menu option in the Web Enrolment System and then going into the unit Enrolment module and discontinuing units; or
- complete the online enrolment amendment form.
Note: This is your intended study load for the purposes of enrolment only.
If you choose to change your intended study load below 36 points per academic year, you may not be eligible for government payments such as Youth Allowance, Austudy or public transport concessions. Contact Centrelink for help. Enrolment in less than 36 credit points (EFTSL of less than .75) means you are a part-time student and enrolment in between 36 and 48 credit points per academic year means you are a full-time student for government payments.
International students (on a student visa)
If you're on a student visa, you must complete your course in the time stated on your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). To do this, you need to enrol in a full-time study load (this normally equates to 24 credit points per semester or 48 credit points per academic calendar year).
What units do I choose?
YEAR 1 Semester 1 | Science major approved level 1 sequence 1 | Approved level 1 sequence 2 |
One of: SCI1020, STA1010, SCI1022, MTH1020, MTH1030, MTH1035 (Or a level 1 science unit if already taken as part of another level 1 approved sequence) (Can be taken in either semester one or two) | Free elective* |
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YEAR 1 Semester 2 | Science major approved level 1 sequence 1 | Approved level 1 sequence 2 | SCI1000 Science communication to influence change (Can be taken in either semester one or two) | Free elective* |
* Free elective can be science or non-science
When you start the process of enrolling in units, you must enrol in at least 36 points of level one science units as follows:
- Core communication unit (6 points)
You are required to complete SCI1000 Science communication to influence change and you can enrol in this unit in either semester one or two. - Two level one approved science sequences (24 points)
You must enrol in two approved level one science sequences (24 points). The sequences information can be found under ‘Requirements’, Part A. Science specified study. Make sure at least one of these sequences corresponds with the science major you would like to complete (as outlined in the table below).
Note: ASP1010 + ASP1022, and CLI1100 + CLI1200, are not approved level one science sequences.
Your choice of level one sequences will impact your choice of level two and level three units and lay the foundation for a related major.
The two level one sequences must be selected from separate disciplines and cannot have units in common.
For example: BIO1011 + BIO1022, and BIO1011 + BIO1042, do not equal two level one approved science sequences as both sequences are from the same discipline and have BIO1011 in common.
Level one approved sequences and related majors: This table details the majors available and the level one sequences you have to enrol in. - Mathematics or statistics unit
If you have not enrolled in an approved level one mathematics sequence, you must enrol in at least one first year mathematics or statistics unit from the following units (SCI1020, SCI1022, STA1010, MTH1020, MTH1030, MTH1035). If you have enrolled in an approved level one mathematics sequence then you need to complete a sixth level one science elective. Please note that MTH1035 is only offered in semester one.
The level one mathematics and statistics unit you choose will depend on your mathematics background and interest. You must complete this requirement within the first 48 credit points of your course and you can enrol in this unit in either semester one or two.
Refer to the information below and this guide when choosing the appropriate level one mathematics and statistics unit for your course progression.
SCI1022 - Introduction to scientific coding
Recommended if you want to gain fundamental coding skills that can be applied in a variety of scientific areas. It's useful for data analysis, modelling of complex systems, data manipulation and visualisation in a scientific context.
SCI1020 - Introduction to statistical reasoning and STA1010 - Statistical methods for science
Recommended if you are planning to study areas where experimental design and data analysis skills are particularly important, such as Biological (including Genetics and Genomics), Biomedical, and Psychology areas of study and Environmental science (ecology stream). If you don't have a strong mathematics background you can enrol in SCI1020, while STA1010 requires you to have studied VCE Mathematical Methods Units 3 and 4 (or equivalent), or MTH1010 or SCI1020.
MTH1020 - Analysis of change and MTH1030 - Techniques for modelling
Recommended if you have an interest in Astrophysics, Climate and atmospheric science (weather and climate stream), Computational science, Mathematics and Physics. MTH1020 requires you to have studied VCE Mathematical Methods with a raw study score of at least 25 (or equivalent) or MTH1010. MTH1030 requires you to have studied VCE Specialist Mathematics with a raw score of at least 30 (or equivalent) or MTH1020. If you have a strong mathematics background and a keen interest in the subject you could replace the unit MTH1030 with the advanced version MTH1035 Techniques for modelling (Advanced) . You'll need to seek permission to enrol in this unit by completing the online enrolment amendment form.
If you have an interest in Chemistry, Climate and atmospheric science (climate change science stream), Environmental earth science, Environmental science (environmental earth sciences and climate streams), Geographical science or Geoscience you can choose from any of the above level one listed mathematics or statistic units depending on your mathematics background.
If you are commencing in semester two:
- You only enrol in units for semester two. In October/November you will re-enrol for the following year via the Web Enrolment System (WES). Your choice of units in semester two may be limited by unit prerequisites, and you may not be able to enrol in some units. If you require further assistance selecting your units please message us through MoVA, our virtual assistant.
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If you have VCE Specialist Mathematics with an ATAR score of 95 or above, or a VCE raw study score of 35 or above in Specialist Mathematics (or equivalent), and a keen interest in the subject, you can replace MTH1030 and MTH2010 with the advanced version of these units – MTH1035 and MTH2015. You need to seek permission to enrol in these units by completing an online enrolment amendment form.
If you have VCE units 3 and 4 Chemistry with a raw study score of 37 or above, or an ATAR score of 90 or above (or equivalent), you can enrol in CHM1051 and CHM1052, the advanced versions of CHM1011 and CHM1022. You can enrol in CHM1051 and CHM1052 via the online enrolment system (WES).
If you have achieved an ATAR of 95 or above, you can replace FIT1045 and FIT1008 with the advanced version of these units – FIT1053 and FIT1054. You need to seek permission to enrol in these units by completing an online enrolment amendment form.
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A science unit is a unit listed under any major, extended major or minor offered in the Bachelor of Science or from the list of level one mathematics and statistics units (SCI1022, SCI1020, STA1010, MTH1020, MTH1030/1035) or from the list below:
CLI1100 Climate change: A wicked problem
CLI1200 Climate change: Impacts and adaptations
MTH1010 Functions and their applications (depends on your mathematics background)
SCI1200 Humans, evolution and modern society (prohibition with all level one biology (BIO) units)
SCI2030 Indigenous science: Science through the eyes of Australia’s first peoples
SCI2400 Creative methods at the intersections of science and art (Prato unit offered in summer semester)
SCI3920 Science internship
SCI3925 Science internship extended
SCI3930 Career skills for scientists
SCI3990 Science in action research project
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You can complete a maximum of 48 points of free electives in your course (provided you complete all your science requirements in 96 points of science units). Elective units may be taken from science or non-science disciplines to broaden knowledge or to complete a major or minor(s) from science or another faculty as long as you have the prerequisites and there are no restrictions on enrolment in the units. You may need permission from the owning faculty to enrol in some units taught by other faculties.
Level one science units
Refer to this table for all the level one science units available. Use this table to select additional level one science units you would like to complete. It is up to you what units you elect in addition to your science sequences and core units. Many science students use these units to explore areas of science completely outside their experience. For example, a student choosing physics and mathematics sequences might select Biology and Earth science units to try something new.
We recommend you choose an additional science sequence (a third science sequence) in your first year, to lay a solid science foundation and keep your options open. Science sequences form the basis of the area you choose to major in, so completing three sequences at first year gives you more major options as you move through your course.
Non-science electives
Electives offered by other faculties can be identified in the current edition of the Handbook. The level of the unit is indicated by the first number in the unit code; undergraduate units are those that commence with the numbers 1-3.
To find out which elective units you can enrol in, and how to enrol, please refer to 'Electives with other faculties’ under step 2 of your enrolment gateway.
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As your course has science prerequisites, and some of your units may have mathematics or science prerequisites, we encourage you to complete the Assumed Knowledge Skills Analysis to check your background knowledge and guide you to further resources if needed.
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Credit is the recognition of previous study or learning that can be counted towards a qualification. This can reduce the number of units required to complete a course of study.
You can apply for credit for:
- Completed TAFE (Diploma level and above) and University level subjects.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for Work Experience in Science. Please refer to the guidelines for eligibility criteria.
If you are granted credit, you will be awarded credit points towards the completion of your degree and you will not be required to complete those units. You can search online for previous credit decisions to give you an idea of what you may be granted.
Please note that there are limits on the amount of credit you can be awarded at the course level. For the Bachelor of Science you must complete at least 48 points at Monash University, including at least half the credit point value of any Science listed minor, major, extended major or specialisation at Monash University. For majors, extended majors and specialisations this includes at least 18 points at level 3.
VCE Algorithmics
If you have completed units 3 & 4 VCE Algorithmics (HESS), you may be eligible for two units of credit (12 credit points): FIT1045 Introduction to Programming and 6 points of science at level one.
How to apply
After you have created your Monash computer account, you can submit your credit application and supporting documentation online for assessment.
You must provide an official academic transcript with the marks and grades of the study you have completed, and unit outlines which include detailed information on the list of topics studied, contact hours, texts and references, methods of assessment and learning outcomes. If you know which major you plan to complete, please specify this in your application.
You don’t need to provide your results or unit outlines for any study undertaken at Monash (including Higher Education studies) or VCE Algorithmics.
If you are applying for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for Work Experience in Science please refer to the guidelines for evidence requirements.
It is recommended that you submit your credit application as soon as possible to allow you plenty of time to change your enrolment prior to the start of semester if required.
You will be notified of the outcome of your application via your Monash email.
In the meantime, enrol in level one units by your offer lapse date to secure your place in the course. You can change your unit enrolment after your credit application has been processed.
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The following study plans provide a suggested package of units to meet your level one requirements per area of study or major.
Note: use these as a guide only.
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What we say What it means Handbook THE guide to everything you need to know about your course - it is your rule book. Please consult the Handbook for the year you started your course. Level one approved science sequence A level one approved science sequence comprises approved combinations of two 6 point science units at level one in the same discipline which lead to a major. Some of the approved level one sequences provide pathways to several majors. For example, the level one sequence of BIO1011 and BIO1022 can lead to a major in Zoology as well as Pharmacology. The list of approved level one sequences are linked from your course entry in the Handbook.
Note there is a limit on double counting units towards majors, minors and extended majors. No more than 12 credit points can be credited (counted) towards:- two majors, or
- a major and a minor
within a course. The same credit points cannot be credited towards more than one minor.Some majors require you to take additional units from a related discipline to strengthen your knowledge in those disciplines. For example, if you wish to complete a major in Physics, you must take level one and two mathematics units. These additional units are listed under the relevant science area of study.Major This is the area you choose to specialise within your course. A major is a defined set of units listed under each area of study. A science major requires the completion of 48 credit points. Refer to the major for the exact requirements you need to complete. Extended major By studying extra units from most areas of study, the extended major allows you to gain a deeper understanding of your chosen major. An extended major consists of 72 points from the approved list. Refer to the extended major for the exact requirements you need to complete. Minor A science minor will give you significant knowledge in another area of study. A minor consists of 24 credit. Refer to the minor for the exact requirements you need to complete. Unit Another name for the subject that you study at Monash. You can identify units by their alpha-numeric code (three letters followed by four digits e.g. EAE1022). The first three letters refer to a broad area of study and the first digit tells you the level of study. So EAE1022 is a first level unit of study offered in Earth Atmosphere and Environment (EAE). -
Help and support is always available. If you need help, ask MoVA, our virtual assistant for course advice, assistance with deciding on your major, help sorting through the processes and requirements related to your course, and anything else you need.
- For course progression assistance, complete a course advice form with your questions.
- If you are unable to submit enrolment changes in units online via WES, then complete an enrolment amendment form.
- Here is a list of all student forms including credit, intermission and special consideration.
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Follow Monash Science's Facebook group to stay on top of what’s going on in Science.
Meet friends by joining a Science club & society, like MASS3 (Monash Advanced Science Society) or MSS (the Monash Science Society), or one of our Science School clubs.
Visit and study in the Science Student Learning Lounge, 14 Rainforest Walk (ground floor) – you will be granted access to these rooms after the start of semester.
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This is a Moodle site designed to help you make a smooth transition to university. Each week when you log in to Moodle you will see answers to frequently asked questions, tips on where to get lecture notes, how to access library materials, managing workload, preparing for exams and so much more!
Science study drop-in centres/sessions
We offer drop in study centres/sessions for all students where you will find free tutoring and academic support. If you need assistance with lecture, tutorial or laboratory class content, the tutors in the learning centres/sessions can help.
For more information please see your unit's Moodle site or contact your unit coordinator. This mainly applies for level one units.
Mathematics Learning Centre - Priority is given to students in level-one units, but all year levels students are welcome. This includes Mathematics units taught with the Faculty of Information Technology and the Faculty of Engineering.
Peer mentoring
The Peer Mentoring Program is a collaboration between the Faculty of Science and our current senior science students. The Program helps you settle in and get connected as you start your journey through university. The program matches you with a senior science student who will help you get settled in and make new friends as you begin your studies.
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Course planning information for students in undergraduate science courses.
Future opportunities:
- Build your employability skills with SCI3930 Career skills for scientists.
- Indigenous science - explore this topic in SCI2030.
- Study overseas - prepare for adventure and broaden your horizons by studying abroad. This includes a semester abroad, Monash-led programs such as Global Immersion Guarantee or Monash Global Campus Intensives, global study tours and field trips, overseas placements and industry projects.
- Flagship Rich Educational Experiences – you have the opportunity to undertake global immersion, industry, research and volunteering experiences for credit for free elective units.
Leadership – become involved in our Student Ambassador and Future Leaders programs.
What's next
Now that you understand your course structure, please return to your enrolment gateway and continue with the enrolment steps. To accept your offer you must enrol in units by your offer lapse date.