Be ready for the science careers of tomorrow
Science is changing fast – from climate and technology to agriculture and beyond – and new careers are emerging every day.
At Curtin, our science degrees evolve with the world. You’ll learn from expert teachers and researchers, build practical skills, and develop a strong scientific mindset through hands‑on learning.
With a wide range of courses, you can choose a path that matches your interests and future goals. Graduate as a confident problem‑solver ready to make your mark in science and technology industries.
Choose Curtin to graduate job‑ready – even for jobs yet to exist.
Graduate career-ready
Build industry connections and gain real experience through internships, site visits, field trips, study tours and industry projects.
Learn from experts
Be taught by experienced industry professionals and leading researchers who bring real‑world knowledge into the classroom.
Immersive learning spaces
Build your skills in world-class labs and tech hubs with the latest equipment and software.
Endorsed by industry
Many of our courses are professionally recognised by leading industry bodies, boosting your employability locally and globally.
Choose your course
Study science your way and choose from a range of degrees that you can match to your career goals. You could also expand your career options with a double degree, graduating with two degrees in just 12–18 months of additional study.
Bachelor degrees
Flexible degrees
These degrees have a flexible course structure that can be tailored with a major of your choice. Consider the Advanced Science degree if you wish to pursue advanced studies, a career in leadership or entrepreneurship, or scientific research.
Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours)
Designed for high-achieving students, this advanced course offers accelerate learning pathways and a focus on student-led, project-based learning, as well as entrepreneurship and leadership skills.
Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Science
Build a foundational base of scientific skills and learn to apply them to real‑life challenges. This degree also provides a pathway to selected science, computing and engineering courses if you don’t have the subject prerequisites.
Bachelor of Science
Tailor your degree with a choice of 16 majors and a flexible course structure. You can study one Science major in depth, study two Science majors to broaden your expertise, or gain a double degree by pairing your major with a degree from another study area.
Profession-specific degrees
Pursue a highly specialised career in a particular field.
Majors
Science majors
Tailor your Science degree with your choice of major. You can then choose to complement your major with study in an additional field.
- Agriculture Science
- Biochemistry
- Chemistry
- Data Science
- Earth Sciences
- Environmental Biology and Ecology
- Environmental Science
- Food Science and Technology
- Information and Communication Technology
- Marine Science
- Mathematics
- Mineral Processing
- Mining
- Physics
- Software Development
- Space and Planetary Science
Advanced majors
You can study these advanced majors under our Advanced Science degree. These majors feature project-based, interdisciplinary learning.
Double degrees
Expand your career options with a double degree.
Enabling courses
Indigenous Pre-Science and Engineering Enabling Course
This one-year enabling course is a pathway for Indigenous Australian students interested in studying science at Curtin, and can help you meet the requirements for your chosen science course.
Multidisciplinary Science
Don’t meet the ATAR or subject prerequisites for your preferred course? Begin study in Multidisciplinary Science instead, and you could use this as a pathway into courses such as our bachelors of Science, Computing, Engineering, Actuarial Science or Surveying.
A Universe of opportunity
Which Science degree is right for me?
Discover how a science degree can turn curiosity into real-world impact. Explore Curtin’s different study areas, see where your interests fit, and find the right path to a meaningful science career.
What is a data scientist?
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Real space careers in Western Australia
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A rewarding career
A shortage of scientists
There’s a national shortage of agricultural research scientists affecting all states and territories in Australia.
jobsandskills.gov.au ‘Occupation shortage list’ (2025)
A bright outlook
Chemists, and food and wine scientists in Australia earn a median weekly salary of $1,828 which is above the national median salary for all employees ($1,697).
jobsandskills.gov.au ‘Occupation data’ (2025)
Jobs on the rise
The number of jobs for natural and physical science professionals in Australia is on the rise, with a projected increase of 20.1% by 2035.
jobsandskills.gov.au ‘Employment projections’ (2025)
Hear from our students
Completing a work placement was a transformative experience. It allowed me to apply my knowledge in a real-world setting and helped me secure a job after I graduated.
Lucia Cilliers
Studying Advanced Data Science is absolutely worth the challenge. The skills you gain, both technical and personal, are incredibly transferable across industries. Curtin provides opportunities to connect your studies with real-world impact.
Sam Moffat
This is the start of something big
I’ve accepted a job as a graduate environmental officer for the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety. I’m looking forward to this exciting opportunity to learn more about environmental protection in the public sector.
Ebony Kershaw
#1 in Australia
Rated #1 in Australia for full-time employment in undergraduate Agriculture & Environmental Studies.
I run my own AI consulting company, AI Advancements, and am developing a product called Edison Collab. My experience in industry during my studies, particularly at MRL Consulting, helped me understand the value of AI in solving real-world problems.
Sam Oldenburger
A world of possibility
Scholarships
Scholarships offer financial and academic support, connecting you with opportunities to help you thrive at university.
Entry pathways
Find out which pathway to studying at Curtin suits you: ATAR, portfolio, enabling programs and more.
Young scientists
Are you in years 8-12 and passionate about science? Discover our STEM programs and events for future scientists.
Ready for the next step?
Discover how to apply, or explore the diverse range of courses Curtin has to offer.