In response to COVID-19, the University of Sydney has reviewed the availability of courses to be delivered remotely for students commencing their studies in 2021 and 2022.
Students commencing some subject areas in this course in 2021 and 2022 are required to commence their studies in-person on campus. Remote study is not available for the following subject areas:
- Anatomy and Histology
- Applied Medical Sciences
- Cell and Developmental Biology
- Chemistry
- Immunology
- Infectious Diseases
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Neuroscience
- Pathology
- Pharmacology
- Physiology
- Theatre and Performance Studies
Applicants will be eligible for admission for these subject areas only if they are able to demonstrate they are physically present in Australia on the date specified in the offer made to them by the University.
About this course
Exclusive to high-achieving students with an ATAR (or equivalent) of 98+, the Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Dalyell Scholars) program is an opportunity to challenge yourself alongside your most promising and talented peers.
The Dalyell Scholars program allows you to collaborate and network with like-minded world influencers.
In your first year, you'll gain essential knowledge in the fundamental sciences with broad subjects, including mathematics, and the option to choose units outside of the sciences. In second and third years you'll specialise in your chosen program with the option to take subjects from across the University. Throughout the four years of the Bachelor of Advanced Studies you'll complete a second major and get involved in cross-disciplinary, community, professional, research or entrepreneurial project work.
Throughout your degree you will also undertake exclusive Dalyell units of study that cover research showcases and methods and give you an opportunity to mentor.
In addition to completing distinctive Dalyell units of study with other high achievers, you will have access to enrichment opportunities including:
- acceleration to master's level study
- exclusive research and entrepreneurship programs
- direct access to industry-based project learning
- tailored mentoring and professional skills development to enhance your study and career opportunities
- international experiences to develop your global perspective, including a global mobility scholarship.
Also available within the Dalyell stream is a special program in mathematical sciences for students who are looking for a career in maths and statistics.
Bachelor of Advanced Studies Streams
You can undertake the 'parent' version of the Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, or you may be interested in undertaking one of the streamed versions of the course:
For your second major you may wish to select your subjects from our academic schools:
In the final year of your degree, you have two options, Advanced Coursework OR Honours:
- Advanced Coursework: Enhance your leadership, critical thinking and problem-solving skills and increase your employment prospects. You will undertake challenging coursework and a substantial real-world project individually or in collaboration with other students.
- Honours: Develop deep analytical skills and prepare yourself for further research opportunities, such as pursuing a PhD. You will undertake a supervised but independent research project as well as connected discipline-based and/or research-focused coursework. Admission to the honours pathway is subject to meeting the specified WAM and additional entry requirements. Check with your faculty for details.