Bachelor of Science Advanced (Microbiology)

This course is for high achieving students who would like to explore Science more deeply and participate more fully in the academic and research culture of their chosen discipline.

Are you passionate about becoming a leader in science? JCU has tailored a Bachelor of Science (Advanced) with you in mind. Our advanced program offers you a focused pathway into a career as a practising scientist.

What you will study

In your first year, you will select two disciplines from a range of subjects, laying the foundation for specialisation later. You will then expand the breadth of your:

• quantitative interpretation and analytical skills

• scientific research and writing skills

• practical application skills

• leadership abilities.

This highly participatory program is available across almost all Bachelor of Science majors - Marine Biology offers its own specialist advanced program.

Our academic advisers will design a course structure to match your individual interests and career plans, so fast-track your career and expertise at JCU.

Work closely with faculty and field

Immerse yourself in JCU’s academic and research culture within your chosen speciality. Our advanced program enables strong student participation, including:

• develop productive working relationships with our teaching and research staff

• meet visiting experts and become familiar with the research culture of your chosen discipline

• gain workforce-ready skills through stimulating placements within research groups and organisations

• undertake hands-on study and field research on location within tropical rainforests, coastal wetlands, mangroves, tropical savanna and the Great Barrier Reef

• attend high-profile special events to extend your intellectual horizons while challenging your ideas and imagination

• broaden your understanding and knowledge through additional subjects like Research, Science and Society.

Science Fellowship

You will even be a part of the Science Fellowship Program that fosters strong community links between you and our faculty. Rather than have tutors imparting information at a distance, you will work alongside them on research and practical initiatives within your chosen speciality.

Individual mentoring is another key feature of our advanced program.

Staff requiring changes to this course page should contact their Faculty Marketing Co-ordinator.