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La Trobe's Bachelor of Biological Sciences provides a solid scientific foundation while allowing you to focus on your preferred specialization. Begin with core principles, developing essential skills in biology, chemistry, ecology, and biodiversity while examining the effects of infections, epidemics, and pandemics. This program emphasizes hands-on learning, with practical sessions starting in your first year—both in campus laboratories and outdoor field settings. Gain industry insights through workshops, seminars, and work placement opportunities. Tailor your studies by selecting a major from various disciplines such as biochemistry, botany, ecology, genetics, human physiology, microbiology, or zoology. You can also pursue a double major or add a minor.
Learn to produce professional scientific reports in biological sciences for both expert and general audiences. Analyze scientific and other data to provide specialized recommendations. Address complex biological challenges by asking insightful questions and applying scientific concepts, evidence, and contextual knowledge. Tackle real-world scientific and technical issues using appropriate methodologies.
La Trobe alumni have secured positions in laboratory and field-based roles across private companies, research institutions, and government agencies at various levels.