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Make discoveries, devise solutions, forge breakthroughs, solve equations, challenge existing beliefs, save energy, experiment. Discover the undiscovered.

Science degrees
Undergraduate MAQ-BSC-DEG-2022
Bachelor of Science
Available majors
- Core Zone: Major in Biology
Undergraduate TAS-SFS-ADG-2022
Associate Degree in Applied Science (Fermentation and Separation)
Available majors
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- Year 2
Science subjects
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Study science and open up a world of opportunities across a range of industries.Accreditation
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Australian Institute of Biology (AIB)
The AIB represents biology professionals throughout Australia. They promote education and research in biology, and speak on behalf of biologists with government and other organisations.
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