Ranked in the world’s top 50 universities*, UQ offers you one of the widest choices of science disciplines in Australia. Experience innovative programs taught by world-class academics who will equip you with the skills and knowledge you will need to address today’s global scientific challenges.

Discover UQ's undergraduate programs in: 

• Science and Mathematics  
  • Animal and Veterinary Sciences  
  • Biology  
  • Biomedical Science  
  • Biotechnology  
  • Chemistry and Nanotechnology  
  • Earth and Environmental Sciences  
  • Mathematics and Physics 
     
• Agriculture and Environment  
  • Agribusiness and Agriculture  
  • Animals  
  • Earth and Environmental Sciences  
  • Environment Management  
  • Food Sciences  
  • Geography 
  • Plants

Great career outcomes  

As a UQ Science graduate, your comprehensive, up-to-date knowledge and practical skills will equip you to undertake key roles in solving the challenges facing our world today. You can anticipate high employability rates and attractive starting salaries because of your skills and expertise. You will also have access to other UQ graduates through a strong, global network of science alumni. 

Exceptional learning opportunities  

As a UQ Science student you will be exposed to a range of relevant and innovative programs that will prepare you to work in solving local, national and global challenges. You will access exceptional learning experiences with highly awarded teachers who will help you gain insights into the complexity of topical and contemporary problems through case studies and scenarios. Your classes will be enhanced by online interactive modules incorporating virtual objects such as 3D models or ‘virtual fieldtrips’ using immersive visualisation eLearning tools. You will build and extend your technical and applied expertise through a combination of laboratory based practicals, workshops, Australian or international field studies, internships and work experience. 

Practical experience  

Your program may incorporate a year of research-intensive study called ‘honours’, or you may choose to complete honours as an additional component to gain valuable project management and research skills. Your practical experience will open your world to a diverse range of careers that will allow you to work on issues such as climate change, biosecurity, feeding the global population, sustainable energy, disease eradication and the management of diminishing natural resources.  

Get involved  

Our active student body and student associations help you get the most out of your program by providing study support, professional development and social networking opportunities. 

See the world  

You may even choose to study overseas at one of UQ’s 140 international partner organisations to add a global perspective to your employment options. Embark on a journey with us and discover how UQ is uniquely placed to make a difference to your future. 

UQ Skills

Part of The University of Queensland, UQ Skills is a nationally accredited Registered Training Organisation (RTO 1511) delivering applied rural and animal industry educational programs and courses. Build your skills with a Certificate II, Certificate III or Advanced Diploma as a pathway to employment or further studies. Choose to study via online or face to face learning modes supported by industry specialists. Other training options available include Traineeships and Apprenticeships. For more information contact uqskills@uq.edu.au or visit skills-training.uq.edu.au

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*2019 Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers for World Universities