Unlike when you study through a traditional university, you can enrol you in most of the undergraduate subjects available through our website instantly. Enrol in the subjects you’re interested in, and as soon as your study materials arrive, you can start learning online. As you start completing your subjects, you’ll eventually need to apply to your uni to formally enter your degree. Enrolling in subjects is a great way of becoming eligible and applying successfully. Check out the Registering in this degree section on the degree page you're interested in for more information. Postgraduate subjects are different. Most of them are restricted, meaning you’ll have to apply for entry and be accepted before you can start studying online. You’ll find information about the application process on the postgraduate degree page that you’re interested in. Enrolling is easy. You can enrol online or over the phone with a student advisor .

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Introduction to Bioscience

Examine the functions of living organisms, magnified and up close. Identify and classify plants and animals.

Apply what you've learnt about biology, chemistry and the scientific process towards a role in research, academics or production. Consider specialising in fields that are making headlines, like genetics and molecular biology.

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Nutrition and Exercise Biochemistry

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No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Starts 16 Sep 2024

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Backyard Biodiversity

100% online

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Starts 24 Jun 2024, 04 Nov 2024

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Introduction to Chemistry

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No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Starts 22 Jul 2024

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Introduction to Marine and Antarctic Science B

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Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences

Online & on-campus

3 years full time or part time equivalent

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Bachelor of Science (Marine Systems)

Manage and protect the underwater world

Start with earth science fundamentals, then deep dive into oceanography, marine ecology, fish and aquaculture, reefs, fisheries and marine parks management. Work towards a career in marine science and management, conservation, or restoration.

Online & on-campus

3 years full time or part time equivalent

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Diploma of Science

A pathway to the lab or further science studies

An online science course with specialisations in forestry, marine, or Earth and environmental systems. You’ll explore chemistry, physics, biology and geology. Think about the role science plays solving big issues like climate change and pollution.

Online & on-campus

1 year full time or part time equivalent

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Bachelor of Science (Earth and Environmental Systems and Marine Systems)

A double specialisation that explores, protects and restores the planet

Explore Earth’s systems and challenges. You’ll apply chemistry and biology concepts to unpack global issues including pollution. Build skills in scientific report writing and data collection. For careers in park management, government, consulting or research.

Online & on-campus

3 years full time or part time equivalent

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There are a lot of reasons to study your course online through us.
- You can enrol without entry requirements
  We have a unique open-door policy that makes it possible for everyone to enrol in university study, no matter their academic history. If you don’t meet the entry requirements for a degree, we’ll help you get in through single undergraduate subjects and transition into a qualification from there.
- You have total control over how you study
  Upskill without committing to a whole degree upfront. Or enrol in a full degree, but take it a subject at a time. We’ll introduce you to flexible study options you didn’t even know about, so you can fit uni around what matters to you.
- You’ll graduate with the same qualification as an on-campus student
  Once you enrol through us, you’ll study online with the university that provides your degree. This means that when you complete your qualification, you’ll graduate with the same degree as on-campus students.
- We’ll help you navigate the university world
  Our friendly student advisors will be your guide every step of the enrolment journey. They'll help you compare universities, choose a course, provide documentation and understand your finance options.

Why study bioscience online?

Choosing to study online means that you can fit learning about bioscience in around current commitments, no matter where you are.

Bioscience highlights

Get an understanding of physiology.
Explore plants and animals on a cellular level.
Engage with contemporary issues like sustainability and genetic engineering.

Bioscience specialisations

Model climate and ecological change.
Explore ethical implications of biological change.
Use data to explore hypotheses.
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Over 515,000 students have enrolled in university through us since 1993.

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Studying through Open Universities Australia means we take care of the guesswork and administration of university study, so you can focus on learning.

You don't need a strong academic history to go to uni

We make it possible for everyone to start university through single subjects, regardless of ATAR or study experience. These subjects are covered by government loans, and can be used to upskill or gain entry into a qualification.

You have the flexibility to start at multiple points during the year

We’re not restricted by a traditional academic calendar, so you can enrol when it suits your life. You also have total control over how you study. You can scale up (or down) your study load and even pause your course if you need to.

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