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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 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 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. Please contact Monash Connect 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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Sign up for the Monash Science Facebook group to stay on top of what’s going on in Science.
Subscribe to The Scapegoat, our Science student-run newsletter.
Meet friends by joining a Science club & society 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 - You can take up to two free elective units in your course so prepare for adventure and broaden your horizons by studying abroad. This includes Monash-Led Programs such as Global Immersion Guarantee or Monash Global Campus Intensives, Monash in Italy, global study tours and field trips.
- 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.