Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Science(Chemistry)

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Deakin University

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) at Deakin University is a unique double degree that blends strong business knowledge with scientific expertise, preparing you for careers that sit at the intersection of industry, research, and commerce. It’s ideal if you’re interested in understanding both how the world works at a molecular level and how businesses operate, giving you a versatile skill set that employers truly value.

Curriculum structure

Year 1:
You’ll build a solid foundation in both disciplines, starting with core business units like Accounting for Decision Making and Principles of Economics, alongside chemistry fundamentals such as Chemistry Fundamentals and Laboratory and Analytical Skills. This year helps you develop essential analytical, problem-solving, and scientific thinking skills.

Year 2:
As you progress, you’ll deepen your knowledge with units like Marketing Fundamentals and Business Analytics, while advancing your chemistry studies through Organic Chemistry and Physical Chemistry. You’ll begin connecting scientific concepts with real-world applications in industry and business environments.

Year 3:
This year focuses on integration and specialization. You’ll explore areas such as Financial Management or Human Resource Management while continuing with advanced chemistry units like Analytical Chemistry and Instrumental Methods. There’s a stronger emphasis on applying theory to practical and commercial contexts.

Year 4:
In your final year, you’ll refine your expertise with capstone experiences, including projects or research-based units in chemistry such as Advanced Chemical Analysis or Research Project, alongside strategic business subjects like Business Strategy and Analysis. This is where everything comes together, preparing you for professional roles or further study.

Focus areas (in a string):

Chemistry, analytical techniques, business management, finance, marketing, data analysis, scientific research, industry applications

Learning outcomes (in a string):

Strong analytical and laboratory skills, ability to apply chemical knowledge in real-world contexts, business decision-making capability, problem-solving and critical thinking, effective communication in scientific and commercial environments

Professional alignment (accreditation):

The commerce component is designed to align with professional bodies such as accounting and business organisations, depending on your chosen major, helping you work toward relevant professional recognition.

Reputation (employability rankings):

Deakin University is consistently recognised for strong graduate employability outcomes and industry-focused learning, with a reputation for producing job-ready graduates through practical experience and real-world projects.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Deakin University’s Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Science (Chemistry), you’ll learn by doing — not just listening. From day one, your studies are crafted to build real-world capability: you’ll work in modern science laboratories where you carry out experiments and master essential techniques, and you’ll engage with industry‑relevant business experiences that deepen your commercial understanding. Both the science and commerce sides of your degree offer opportunities to apply what you’ve learned to real challenges, whether that’s through projects, placements or hands‑on use of professional tools and environments. These practical experiences are designed to build confidence, strengthen your résumé and make you job‑ready by the time you graduate.

Here’s how you’ll bring your learning to life with specific experiences and facilities:

Advanced science laboratories: Use purpose‑built labs equipped for chemical experimentation, analytical testing and specialised scientific inquiry that support your chemistry studies from foundational techniques to complex research tasks.
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities: Choose from business internships, consulting projects, entrepreneurship programs or international placements that count towards your commerce credits and give you real industry exposure.
Professional internships: Enrol in internship units where you’ll complete 80–160 hours in a workplace relevant to your commerce studies under the guidance of the Faculty’s WIL team.
Industry standard teaching spaces: Learn in cutting‑edge environments such as the Deakin Business School’s trading room or collaborative project spaces that mirror real‑world business settings.
Library and digital learning resources: Access Deakin’s extensive physical and digital collections, study support services and collaborative spaces that support research, assignments and exam preparation across both science and commerce subjects.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates from Deakin University’s Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) step confidently into diverse and rewarding careers where business insight meets scientific expertise. You’ll be ready for roles such as chemist, research scientist, marketing or management professional, or environmental consultant — each benefitting from your dual‑discipline training that employers across sectors value. And because Deakin is recognised as the #1 Victorian university for graduate employment, your skills will be supported by strong career services and industry alignment:

Here’s how this degree helps launch your future career:

Career guidance & lifelong support: DeakinTALENT offers tailored career coaching, workshops, résumé reviews, mentoring, and internship support to help you define and reach your goals throughout your studies and after graduation.
Strong employability reputation: Deakin’s high graduate employment outcomes reflect practical, industry‑relevant learning that makes you competitive in roles spanning business, science, government, and not‑for‑profit sectors.
Professional accreditation benefits: The commerce side benefits from globally recognised accreditations such as AACSB and EQUIS, while the science (chemistry) major is accredited by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI) — valuable for long‑term credibility and professional membership.
Industry connections & partnerships: Through placements, community projects and practical learning units embedded in your double degree, you’ll build networks with employers and gain real experience that boosts your résumé.
Diverse graduate outcomes: Typical roles for graduates include accountant, human resources manager, financial planner, chemist, environmental manager, marketing manager, research scientist and scientific editor, showing just how many career paths this degree unlocks.

Further Academic Progression:
If you love learning and want to go deeper, this double degree also puts you in a great position to pursue postgraduate study. Many graduates choose honours, a master’s by coursework or research in fields like business analytics, chemistry research, environmental science, or even specialised MBA programs — expanding both your expertise and your career options.