- 4 years (or part-time equivalent)
- Springfield
- Toowoomba
- Online
- Feb, May, Sep
- View dates
- AUD 32,040
- (Indicative annual fee)
- 093873C
Overview
- Blend your curiosity for science with the strategic and creative thinking involved in business. This double degree will enhance your expertise and employability, giving you access to a wide range of job prospects after graduation.
- Shape your degree to suit your career goals. Combine majors from the Bachelor of Business – such as emergent leadership, finance or marketing – with majors Bachelor of Science majors, including animal science, astronomy, computing or physics, to create a unique skill set.
- Benefit from UniSQ’s close ties with industry and the opportunity to complete a course (subject) of professional work experience where you’ll work with an organisation to complete a project.
- Launch your career sooner with a double degree – complete your studies in less time than it would to study both degrees separately. Save time and money, and graduate with two testamurs (official certificates), one for each of your degrees.
Majors in the Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Science
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Animal Science
Study sustainable animal production, customise your degree with a second major, and gain industry experience through UniSQ’s strong agricultural partnerships.
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Biology
Study life from molecules to ecosystems, gain hands-on lab skills, and prepare for careers or further study in science and health.
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Business Accounting
Strengthen your business degree with essential skills in accounting, preparing you for informed, data-driven decision-making.
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Computing
Gain practical computing skills, specialise with complementary majors, and prepare for tech careers in high-demand industries like finance, defence, and healthcare.
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Emergent Leadership
Start your path towards leadership roles, drive change, foster collaboration, and ensure sustainability of leadership.
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Environment and Sustainability
Study climate science, ecology, and sustainability, develop interdisciplinary skills, and combine majors to pursue diverse environmental and resource management careers.
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Finance
Delve into the fast-paced world of corporate finance, banking and portfolio management.
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Food Science
Master food safety, quality, and processing with practical experience, collaborative learning, and combine majors for diverse food industry career opportunities.
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Geospatial Science
Develop in-demand spatial data skills, gain hands-on tech experience, and access diverse career opportunities across science, environment, and technology sectors.
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Human Physiology
Explore the science behind how the human body works in health through a study of organs and systems. Deepen your knowledge by combining physiology with fields like Psychology.
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Human Resource Management
Become a leading work-place specialist, learn to develop people and culture strategies that contribute value to an organisation’s mission.
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Information Systems Management
Blend business insight with IT expertise to solve real-world challenges and shape smarter systems.
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Marketing
Capture your audience’s attention, communicate your product value, and successfully convert and retain customers.
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Mathematics and Statistics
Gain strong maths and statistics skills, apply them to real-world problems, and combine with fields like computing or science to enhance career and study opportunities.
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Physics
Study physics to explore natural laws, build problem-solving skills, gain hands-on lab experience, and combine with other majors for a flexible, career-focused science degree.
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Plant Agricultural Science
Study plant science to gain practical and theoretical knowledge in crop production, biotechnology, and sustainability, with flexible learning and real-world experience in Australia’s key farming regions.
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Wildlife Management
Gain practical wildlife management skills through unique UniSQ courses, combining with related majors to boost career prospects in conservation, pest control, and environmental sustainability.
The perfect blend
When used together, business and science create the perfect blend of what I am interested in, what I love, and what I feel best utilises my talents.
Kerenza -Business and Science
Career outcomes
As a graduate with this double degree, you could find work in a wide range of industries depending on your area of interest. This includes roles in scientific practice combined with business management within the government, regulatory, health, IT and research sectors.
With this qualification, you will be optimally placed for a wide range of careers in business and science and you can apply for jobs as a:
- business professional within your selected major (e.g. HR advisor, IT project manager, marketing specialist)
- research scientist (government, private or university)
- technician working in a laboratory or in the field
- self-employment providing scientific and/or technical services.
Professional accreditation
The finance major in the Bachelor of Business will meet the educational entrance requirements to become a member of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FINSIA).
UniSQ is accredited for the Human Resource Management major by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI). This major will satisfy the educational requirements for professional membership of AHRI.
The Bachelor of Science (Information Technology) major is accredited at professional level by the Australian Computer Society and, through the Seoul Accord, is recognised in other countries.
What you'll study
To graduate from the Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Science, you must successfully complete 32 units of study.
Degree structure
An undergraduate university degree typically consists of a combination of core, major and elective courses designed to provide you with foundational knowledge and opportunities for an in-depth deeper dive into your chosen field.
Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previous studies or relevant work experience. This could reduce the number of courses you need to study to complete your degree.
Other study options
At UniSQ, we support busy, modern learners wanting to start or progress in their careers. Whatever your goals, we offer flexible study options such as opportunities to upskill without committing to a full degree.
Discover UniSQ’s industry-driven short courses.
Entry requirements
You need to satisfy the following requirements to be considered for entry into this degree.
Use our International qualification converter to check country-specific grades (that are equivalent to Australian Year 12) you will need to apply for this degree.
To study this degree, we assume you have sound knowledge in:
- English (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent and
- General Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent
We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.
You'll need to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires:
- IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score of 6.0 and a minimum score of 5.5 in each of the four components - listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
Alternative English language proficiency tests may also be accepted.
Entry pathways
There is more than one way to get into university, and if you're not sure about your entry options get in touch to discuss.
Fees and scholarships
- This estimated 2025 annual fee is based on the current average rate for your first year of study (8 units per year) and does not include cost of materials such as textbooks, additional costs or the Student Services and Amenities fee.
- This is an indicative guide only and your fees will vary depending on the courses you select, with the actual rates calculated at enrolment.
- We review our fees annually and they may increase each year.
- Further details are available on the Fees website.
Additional costs
You may be required to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee as part of your degree cost.
UniSQ Scholarships
We offer scholarships for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need - you can apply for more than one!
Find out moreHow to apply
The University accepts applications all year. Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.
ApplyYou can select to start your study in Trimester 1, 2 or 3.
Study period | Orientation | Start date |
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Trimester 1, 2025 | Monday 3 February | Monday 10 February |
Trimester 2, 2025 | Monday 19 May | Monday 26 May |
Trimester 3, 2025 | Monday 1 September | Monday 8 September |
Trimester 1, 2026 | Monday 9 February | Monday 16 February |
Preparing to apply
You've made the decision to study at UniSQ - congratulations! Take the next steps:
You can contact one of our approved agents to guide you through the application process. Our agents provide:
- advice on your study plans
- advice on applying to UniSQ
- document certification
- assistance with any pre-departure arrangements
- assistance with your visa requirements.
To support your application, you will need to submit certified copies of:
- identity documents (passport)
- evidence of your English language proficiency
- senior high school (A levels/Year 12) certificate and academic transcripts
- all post-secondary study certificates and academic transcripts (if any)
- evidence of work experience (if required).
Application dates can vary so be sure to check our key dates to get all the details.
It is important to apply early to allow enough time for your application to be assessed and processed to meet study commencement dates and participation in Orientation activities. You should also factor in visa processing requirements and timeframes, where applicable.
After you’ve submitted your application, you will be emailed a reference number. Please allow up to 14 days for assessment. If further assessment is required for course credits or exemptions, this process may take longer.
Once you have received your letter of offer from UniSQ, you will need to return your signed acceptance of offer form. The UniSQ team will contact you at this time with more information regarding next steps.
Find out more
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Frequently asked questions
The entry requirements to study a Bachelor of Science and Business double degree (or equivalent) will vary depending on the education provider you choose.
To study a double degree in science and business at UniSQ a minimum ATAR, subject pre-requisites and assumed knowledge all need to be met before enrolling. Assumed knowledge refers to required level of knowledge needed in certain subject areas (for example maths or English).
For further information on ATAR and assumed knowledge, please view the entry requirements section of this page.