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Why Science and Mathematics at UTS
With a science and maths degree at UTS, you'll learn how to answer the big questions of tomorrow and make a positive social impact. We offer practical, relevant and innovative programs that enable you to work across multiple fields.
Study in world-class facilities, including Australia's first Super Lab, and look for trace in our forensic crime scene labs or explore speciality maths, computing, and quantum physics facilities stocked with the latest industry equipment.
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Research rankings
## 100%
of our physical sciences, environmental sciences, chemistry and genetics research is ranked at or above world standard.
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Employment projections
## 233,600 increase in jobs
Professional, scientific and technical services is Australia's second-largest growth industry.
Jobs and Skills Employment Projections May 2023 to May 2033
Study options
Our Food Science courses emphasise technology and innovation, helping you build hands-on skills to succeed. You’ll graduate ready to revolutionise our food systems, processes and production, creating a better, tastier world.
This pharmaceutical science major combines a range of medical science subjects with extended learning in chemistry and pharmacology.
### Physics and Quantum Technology
Our Physics and Quantum Technologies courses will see you examine fundamental phenomena, forces and particles, with an emphasis on materials and fabrication.
A degree in Chemistry is a pathway to infinite possibilities. Build a comprehensive understanding of this fascinating discipline while developing the lab-based skills in-demand by employers across sectors.
Blend science and technology to improve patient health outcomes in our world-class Medical Science programs.
Our Environment and Marine courses combine general science subjects with specialist study in areas such as aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, plant physiology, biodiversity conservation, wildlife management and environmental protection, among others.
Study Forensic Science, a global profession at the intersection of STEM, law, criminal justice and social impact.
Use the power of tech to transform human health. Our hands-on, practical courses are designed to give you the technical, theoretical and professional skills you need, whether you’re creating vaccines, identifying new diagnostics tools or preserving our precious biosecurity.
Our Science degrees go beyond the textbook, giving you hands-on learning, industry connections and practical experience that will help you launch and succeed in your science career.
### Mathematics, Statistics and Quantitative Finance
Leverage the power of numbers to solve real challenges. Professionals with the skills to gather, interpret and understand numbers are in high demand. Learn advanced theories and how to apply them in real professional scenarios with a degree in Maths, Statistics and Quantitative Finance.
“Studying science at UTS is fun, hard, and immensely rewarding if you give yourself a chance.”
Grace Peters
Bachelor of Science (Flexible)
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Learn the latest technical and leadership skills to solve practical industry challenges and address global issues, from robotics to renewable energy.
Learn alongside practitioners and researchers actively shaping health care. Develop the skills to lead and innovate in Australia's largest growth industry.
### Analytics and Data Science
Combine data science with creativity and innovation, allowing you to generate data-driven solutions that influence key organisational decision-makers.
Watch our science and mathematics students’ journeys
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Amna's Journey at UTS
Follow Amna’s journey from UTS to her current role as a Research Scientist at Syntara.
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Amna's Journey at UTS transcript
For me, a scientist is a person who makes a real life impact in the lives of people. It's definitely exciting and I think knowing that you're making a difference and that you're making a change in people's lives is actually really motivating. My name is Amna Zahur and I'm a UTS alumni. I graduated from UTS in 2016 and I studied a bachelor of medical science degree at UTS and then I did an honors degree in collaboration with UTS and the HRI. Currently I'm working at Centara as a research scientist. I chose UTS because of the focus on the technology aspect. The vibe was very innovative. It was friendly as well and focused but at the same time very interactive. What I wanted to do was to do something that would be translated into the clinical world and make a difference in the lives of people. The facilities at UTS were very state-of-the-art, very top-notch facilities and they really resonated and aligned with what I'm doing at Centara as well. The practical sessions that we had with the demonstrators, they were very informal, very hands-on and laid the foundation for me to be able to build my career here at Centara in the real world. Abna was immediately chop ready because she had the foundation, the science, but also the technical abilities to get into the lab and actually get the work done immediately because we have such a long-standing very close relationship with UTS scientists. We know the quality of the research that they are doing and we know the quality of their teaching. So the graduates that are coming out of UTS actually have also right background for us to being employed. I think what UTS graduates all share is this common denominator of having this drive and passion to make a difference.
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Samara's Journey at UTS
Follow Samara’s journey from studying Pharmaceutical Sciences at UTS to undertaking a PhD.
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I always had a deep curiostiy for the human body. And I always enjoyed biology and chemistry and also mathematics. And I feel like they all tied in together with my curiosity how things actually work down to the cellular level. I'm Samara and I studied a Bachelor of Advanced Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences at UTS. now I'm studying my PhD. So initially when I start at UTS, I actually started in a Bachelor of Nursing, and then after going on placement, I realized that I really found passion in lab work. And so I transferred into a Bachelor of Advanced Science my PhD uses tethered bilayer lipid membranes to diagnose inflammatory diseases better. So we can differentiate between someone who has an inflammatory biomarker and someone who doesn't, aiming to diagnose it in the earliest stages and give a better prognosis. So the connections at UTS that I formed have really facilitated my success, whether through networking or the opportunities that they've put forward for me, UTS is the perfect location. I actually lived on campus for the first two years of my undergrad, that was some of the best times of my life my main motivator is knowing that the work that I'm doing in the lab is going to positively contribute to someone's life someday. and that's something that we can do has come from years of research of people in labs like me. So the opportunity to be able to contribute to that is something that is really driving my passion.
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Steve's Journey at UTS
Follow Steve’s journey from UTS to his current role as a Field Services Engineer at Thermo Fisher Scientific.
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Getting into science, a real motivator for me, is to be at the forefront of technology be involved in innovation and discovery and new science. And ways that you can use technology and science to make the world better. My name is Steve, About Steve and I completed a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with Honors and then, a PhD at UTS. And I now work for Thermo Fisher Scientific as a field service engineer. Science is everywhere I mean, science is everywhere, right? It's all around us. Wherever we look, biology ourselves, medicines, cars, fuels, energy. It's all science. It's all. chemistry, biology, physics. It’s all linked together. In my role, I repair and troubleshoot instruments Mass spectrometers called mass spectrometers, which are essentially an instrument for analyzing molecules from chemical or biological sources. As a child, I was always a tinkerer. I love pulling things apart. To find out how they work. And I still do that now. I found the teachers at UTS really knowledgeable and so passionate about what they do. And that passion really, helped me understand, my own passion and interest in science. I would definitely recommend studying at UTS for anyone interested in working in a lab, due to the hands on experience and the broad range of, chemistry instruments that you get to play with here during your study.
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What’s the difference between biomedical and medical science majors and named degrees?
One is a specialised or named degree, such as the Bachelor of Medical Science, while the other is a Bachelor of Science degree with specialised majors.
The Medical Science degree allows you to choose from 2 majors and likely requires a higher selection rank for entry. The Bachelor of Science offers more flexibility if you want to change majors. - ### What’s the difference between the Bachelor of Molecular Biotechnology and the Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)?
The Bachelor of Molecular Biotechnology offers majors in Medical Biotechnology and Environmental Biotechnology, as well as more cross-disciplinary subjects in both business and law.
The Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology is a more flexible degree. If you're not sure what you want to specialise in, the Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology – or any of its majors – is a safe bet. - ### Can I transfer to UTS from a different university?
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