Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Business

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Technology Sydney

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Business at UTS is a powerful double degree that equips you with both scientific depth and business savvy — ideal if you're curious about science but also want to understand how organisations operate and create value. Over four years, you’ll build expertise in your chosen science major while simultaneously gaining core business skills — making you uniquely placed for roles that bridge both domains.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1:
In your first year, you’ll lay a solid foundation across both science and business. On the science side, you begin with fundamental units (depending on your major) to understand core concepts and lab methods. Alongside, in business, you’ll study subjects like Accounting and Accountability, Economics for Business, and Responsible Evidence-Based Decisions. This balanced start helps you get comfortable with both mindsets: analytical thinking in science and ethical, socially aware decision-making in business.

Year 2:
By second year, you begin to specialise. For your science component, you’ll delve into intermediate-level subjects aligned to your major — for example, environmental biology or applied physics — giving you hands-on exposure to experiments and real-world scientific problems. In the business stream, you choose a major (say, marketing or finance), and you’ll engage with units such as Marketing and Customer Value or People and Organisations, building your professional toolkit and understanding how business strategies are shaped.

Year 3:
Third year is where things deepen. On the science side, you'll tackle advanced topics relevant to your field — perhaps molecular biology, statistics, or nanotechnology — and apply your learning in labs, projects, or field studies. In business, you continue with your major subjects and might also pick electives or sub-majors. You’ll further explore the social impact of business and strengthen your grasp on things like financial decision-making or international markets.

Year 4:
In your final year, you’ll pull everything together. On the science track, you might do a capstone project, research thesis, or specialist elective that synthesises your learning. For business, you wrap up with advanced courses in your major, plus a mix of electives or cross-disciplinary subjects. This year is about refinement — consolidating both scientific knowledge and business acumen so you're ready to step into roles that demand this hybrid skill set.

Focus Areas:
Science (e.g., biotechnology, chemistry, environmental biology, mathematics, physics) and Business (e.g., accounting, marketing, finance, international business, management)

Learning Outcomes:
You’ll emerge with the ability to think critically across scientific and commercial contexts, communicate complex ideas, and lead in ethically minded, innovation-driven environments.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation):
This program is designed in close alignment with industry needs — giving you the practical, real-world business skills employers value. The science component ensures you’re grounded in rigorous methods and theory, while the business side develops your strategic thinking and socially conscious leadership — making you job-ready across sectors.

Reputation (Employability Rankings):
UTS is widely respected as a young, dynamic university, and its Business School consistently earns high marks for graduate employability and teaching quality. With a QS-Stars rating and strong industry partnerships, UTS graduates are well-positioned to secure roles in both science-driven and corporate settings.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

This double degree at UTS really stands out because it’s not just about theory — it’s about building real, career-ready skills by combining science and business in a deeply practical way. You’ll develop a strong scientific foundation, while also learning how to apply that knowledge in business contexts — whether in pharmaceuticals, environmental organisations, regulatory bodies, or biomedical firms. The curriculum is designed so that you’re constantly connecting classroom learning to real-world work, and you also get chances to step outside the lecture hall into labs, projects with industry, and professional placements.

Here’s how this program does that in practice:

Internship-credited placements: You can take internship subjects where you work with external businesses or UTS research departments, earning academic credit while gaining workplace experience.
Transdisciplinary electives: Every student has access to electives where you tackle real-world challenges set by industry partners, collaborating across disciplines (science + business) to innovate.
Hands-on lab work: Through your science major, you’ll work in UTS’s cutting-edge facilities, including the Super Lab, using real scientific tools and techniques.
Fieldwork opportunities (for environmental science): If you pick environmental sciences, you’ll do extensive fieldwork in places like the Blue Mountains, Manly Dam, and Royal National Park, engaging directly with ecosystems.

If you're looking to graduate not just with knowledge but with the confidence and experience to jump into scientific business roles — this degree is really built for that.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Progression & Future Opportunities

You’ll finish this degree with a skill set that genuinely stands out: strong scientific knowledge paired with practical business confidence. That combination opens doors in both worlds — roles where you need to understand the science and the commercial decision-making behind it. Many graduates build careers right where science meets industry, stepping into regulatory teams, research environments or commercially focused analyst positions.

Typical graduate roles
You could find yourself working as a research assistant or scientist in medical or lab settings, supporting environmental or health agencies as a regulatory or compliance officer, or moving into analyst roles in areas like commodities, resource trading or consumer-goods industries. Some graduates also go into commercial or product analysis within pharmaceutical or industrial companies — roles that blend technical insight with strategic thinking.

What this really means for you

Hands-on, career-focused learning
Your subjects aren’t just lectures — you’ll solve real industry problems, work on collaborative projects and experience the kind of tasks employers expect you to know. The degree is designed so you can practise the workflows and thinking you’ll actually use in the workplace.

Direct industry connections
Throughout your studies, you’ll have opportunities to work on projects with real industry partners. These projects often open the door to internships, job opportunities, or long-term connections. You can also choose to pair your degree with the Diploma in Innovation, giving you a second credential and even more project experience by the time you graduate.

Support that boosts employability
From one-to-one career guidance to subject support, scholarships and specialist facilities — including the Super Lab and dedicated science labs — you’ll have access to everything you need to build confidence and create a portfolio of practical experience. These resources make a genuine difference when you’re stepping into the job market.

A strong labour-market signal
Australia’s Professional, Scientific and Technical Services sector is projected to grow significantly over the next decade. For you, that means expanding opportunities in fields that rely on science-business skills — roles where your hybrid background becomes a real advantage.

Professional recognition and long-term value
Depending on your chosen majors, you may be eligible for membership with relevant professional associations. That’s not just a formality — it can help you stand out in regulated fields and signal credibility to future employers.

Where graduates actually go
Students from this degree move into pharmaceuticals, hospitals and medical research, environmental protection and government agencies, resource trading, commodities, and leading consumer-goods companies. You’ll have a wide range of genuine career destinations and industries to explore as you shape your path.

Further Academic Progression

If you discover a passion for research or want to build deeper expertise in a specific technical area, there are clear pathways forward. You can undertake an Honours year or progress into postgraduate study — whether that’s a Master of Science, a Master of Science (Research), or more specialised programs like data science and innovation. UTS also offers shorter postgraduate options such as graduate certificates and diplomas, which are a fast way to upskill or move toward a master’s. These pathways are designed with science undergraduates in mind, and there are support and scholarship options to help you take the next step.