Bachelor of Commerce / Advanced Science (Honours)
- Commencing Terms
- Term 1, 2 & 3
- Duration
- 5 Year(s)
- Delivery Mode
- Face-to-face (includes blended)
- Campus
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Kensington
- Codes
- UAC code 424100
- Program code 3593
- CRICOS code 088854D
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2025 Indicative first year full fee
- $14,000*
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2025 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $67,500*
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2025 Indicative first year full fee
- $57,000*
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2025 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $316,000*
Fees
Fees
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Work experience
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Industry connections
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Specialisation options
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What does this mean for my studies? UNSW is moving to a new ‘flex-semester’ calendar.
Term 3 2025 applications are closed
Please note that international applications for Term 3 2025 for this program are now closed. Students are encouraged to apply for Term 1, 2026.
Current applicants should visit the 2025 International Admissions page for information on offer round dates for this program.
- Overview
- Entry requirements
- What will I study?
- Future careers
- How to apply
- Fees & Scholarships
Overview
Do you like problem-solving, researching and experimenting? Boost your future science career with business acumen. This double degree provides an essential understanding of business and science, with the ability to specialise in fields within both disciplines. You’ll also begin building expertise with research projects in a scientific field of your choice. Graduate career-ready with professional experiences built into your studies.
As part of the Commerce degree, you’ll experience UNSW’s unique Integrated First Year, where you’ll learn to solve complex, multi-layered problems that reflect the multidisciplinary nature of the business world. Over the five-year, full-time program, you’ll learn from leading academics at Australia's #1 Business School (Australian Financial Review (AFR) Boss, 2024). With 15 majors on offer, you’ll build your degree around your passions and purpose.
In the Advanced Science (Honours) degree, you’ll put theory into practice to solve real-world challenges across a wide range of industries. Choose from 24 majors, including biotechnology, chemistry, neuroscience, mathematics and advanced physics.
Key features
Build a degree around your passions and aspirations
University is a time to discover your interests and explore the wide range of opportunities waiting for you after graduation. This double degree allows you to carve out a unique skill set across commerce and science.
As part of the Bachelor of Commerce, you’ll have your choice of 15 majors, including FinTech, Behavioural Economics and a suite of other industry-disrupting topics. In Advanced Science (Honours), you’ll choose from 24 majors to tailor your degree to your interests. Our flexible degree structure enables you to explore different disciplines in your first year to find the field that’s right for you.
Multiply your opportunities
Combine your interests and gain a competitive advantage in the graduate job market with this globally-recognised double degree. By approaching your studies with the added perspective of a second discipline, you’ll develop a richer understanding of your subject matter and graduate with a specialised skill set that will set you apart.
Explore your career possibilities
Take advantage of our Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and Research Integrated Learning (RIL) opportunities to explore potential career paths. These experiences allow you to apply your skills in a professional context and learn alongside world-leading academics.
On the Commerce side, you can leverage UNSW Business School's industry partners to gain first-hand experience with start-ups, government departments or large biomedical and biotechnology companies. With Advanced Science (Honours), you’ll engage with authentic scientific research from year one and complete two undergraduate research skills courses as a core component of your degree.
Why study at UNSW?
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We're a global top 20 university (QS World University Rankings, 2025), guiding the future leaders of commerce and science in Australia and overseas.
UNSW Business ranked in the global top 50 for four subjects (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025).
- Ranked #1 in Australia and #22 globally for accounting and finance
- Ranked #1 in Australia and =#35 globally for business & management
- Ranked #2 in Australia and #40 globally for economics and econometrics
- Ranked #1 in Australia and =#20 globally for marketing
UNSW Science has nine study areas ranked in the top 50 globally, including psychology (=#32), natural sciences (#44), chemistry (#=49), environmental sciences (#38), geology (#=28), geophysics (#31), mathematics (#48), materials science (#27) and earth and marine sciences (=#37) (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025). That means our business and science education leads the way in career impact, quality and reputation.
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This program will train you to identify opportunities and adapt to challenges in preparation for careers that may not even exist yet. At UNSW, we balance theoretical and hands-on learning to prepare students to hit the ground running after graduation. For that reason, UNSW is known for its graduate employability, with UNSW awarded the Most Employable students for six years in a row (Australian Financial Review (AFR) Top100 Future Leaders Awards, 2020-2025).
You can join the STEM Career Launchpad – an extra-curricular program that helps you prepare for your career, explore different STEM careers and expand your professional network. In addition, our Career Accelerator provides a portfolio of professional development opportunities that are exclusive to UNSW Business School students and embedded within our degrees.
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At UNSW, you’ll join a cohort of passionate students, academics and professionals, all working together to shape a better future. From peer mentoring and student support services to the 300+ clubs and societies across UNSW, you’ll connect with open-minded students whose perspectives will expand your worldview.
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Entry requirements
Entry to this degree is based on your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) or an equivalent rank derived from the following:
Australian interstate Year 12 qualifications (e.g., OP rank)
New Zealand NCEA Level 3
Equivalent overseas qualifications e.g., International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, GCE A-Levels
Post-secondary or tertiary qualifications
An alternative entry qualification
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- The 2024 Lowest Selection Rank (LSR) is the adjusted rank (ATAR plus adjustment factors) you would have needed to gain entry to this degree in 2024.
- The 2024 A levels score is based on four Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry scores are calculated from the best three or four A2 subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1. At most one Applied A Level subject may be included in the best four subjects used to calculate the aggregate.
- The 2024 IB Diploma is an indication of the IB you would have needed to gain entry to this degree in 2024. It is to be used as a guide only.
- The 2024 Lowest ATAR is the lowest ATAR (before adjustment factors were applied) to which an offer was made. Where <5 is listed, this indicates that less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made and so the score has not been published. N/A indicates no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
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At UNSW, we are committed to ensuring prospective students have all the information they need in order to make informed decisions about their study options.
To assist you in gaining a better understanding of how Admissions works at UNSW, we have provided you with a summary of ATAR offers and the student profile.
We hope this information will help you identify the degree that is right for you.
Assumed knowledge
Mathematics Advanced or Mathematics Extension 1 (depending on your chosen area of study). Plus, one or more of Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science, Physics.
Adjustment Factors
We offer a range of adjustment factor schemes that reward students for academic performance and extra-curricular achievements. These schemes also take into account a range of personal and educational disadvantages that may have affected your studies.
HSC Plus
This scheme rewards students who perform well in Year 12 subjects that are relevant to their preferred UNSW degree. You may be awarded up to five points.
Elite Athletes, Performers and Leaders (EAPL)
This program recognises achievements in the areas of sport, academia, leadership and music at an elite level. You may be eligible for up to five points.
Educational Access Scheme (EAS)
Factors such as illness, financial hardship, language difficulties or attending a particular school can mean you don't always get the best possible marks in Years 11 and 12. If one of these situations applies to you, submit an application for the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) via UAC. Eligible students can receive between 1 and 10 points towards their chosen UNSW degree.
Admission pathways
Your ATAR is not the only measure of your potential to succeed, which is why we offer a range of pathways into university. Explore your options below and get in touch with our Future Student Advisers to discuss your path to UNSW.
Gateway Admission Pathway
This scheme is open to students who attend Gateway schools, live in a low-socioeconomic area based on IRSAD and IEO indexes of SEIFA criteria, or are an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person. It adjusts the ATAR requirements for your preferred UNSW degree and provides early offers and early conditional offers to UNSW.
Entry programs for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
We offer entry programs for Indigenous Australians, including the Indigenous Preparatory Programs and the Indigenous Admission Scheme (IAS). The entry pathway program you apply for will depend on the degree you want to study.
Progression requirements
Entry into the Honours program in Science is subject to academic performance and progression requirements. Students may exit the Advanced Science (Honours) program with a B Science award if they are unsuccessful in applying for entry into Honours.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
For more details, visit the English Language Requirements page.
International direct entry
We do not accept secondary qualifications from this country. We may accept tertiary study results, please contact us for more information.
Please contact us for direct entry requirements.
Admission pathways
If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into your chosen degree, you may be eligible for a pathway program with UNSW College. UNSW College provides alternative entry options using university-approved content so that you can start your UNSW journey with confidence.
Progression requirements
Entry into the Honours program in Science is subject to academic performance and progression requirements. Students may exit the Advanced Science (Honours) program with a B Science award if they are unsuccessful in applying for entry into Honours.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
For more details, visit the English Language Requirements page.
Check the specific English language requirements for this program
What will I study?
Program structure
The Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) is a double degree that you can complete in five years with full-time study. You’ll complete 240 units of credit (UOC) through a combination of core courses, majors and electives.
Full program structure
Your double degree consists of:
96 units of credit from Commerce, including:
- 48 UOC of Integrated First Year Courses
- Three non-credit bearing myBCom elements
- One Commerce major
- 6 UOC of Work Integrated Learning
- Final Year Synthesis
- Business elective courses (if required)
Develop your MyBCom portfolio
Students will benefit from MyBCom portfolio, an award-winning interactive platform and assessment tool. You'll use MyBCom throughout your Commerce degree to guide your studies, develop a tailored career plan and collate a portfolio of professional experiences to showcase future employers.
144 units of credit from Advanced Science (Honours), including:
- Two core research skills courses
- One Science major
- One Science Honours specialisation
- Science elective courses (if required).
Majors
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- Accounting
- Behavioural Economics
- Business Analytics
- Business Economics
- Business Sustainability and Social Impact
- Cybersecurity Management
- Finance
- FinTech
- Human Resource Management
- Information Systems
- Innovation, Strategy and Entrepreneurship
- International Business
- Marketing
- Marketing Analytics
- Taxation
- Accounting
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Choose from 24 majors with the Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours):
Advanced Physical Oceanography
Advanced Physical Oceanography explores physical conditions, processes, and interactions in the ocean.Advanced Physics
Explores the laws of nature that govern the behaviour of the universe, from the smallest sub-atomic particles to the universe itself.Anatomy
Study the structure of the human body.Bioinformatics
Bioinformatics integrates computer science and statistics to analyse genetic information in molecular biology.Biology & Biodiversity
Study life science and explore how organisms function, grow, evolve, and relate to their environment.Biotechnology
Biotechnology explores biological processes for producing food, industrial chemicals, and pharmaceuticals.Chemistry
Explore chemistry, from sub-atomic particles to spectacular phenomena, the field offers vast opportunities.Climate Systems Science
Gain an understanding of the Earth's Climate System, focusing on areas such as climate change and risks.Earth Science
Earth science investigates our planet’s nature, evolution, and powerful forces.Ecology and Conservation
Explore how various organisms interact with one another and their environment.Genetics
Genetics studies fundamental genes that influence every characteristic in humans and other species.Geography
Explore Earth’s landscapes, and environments to understand how they function and change over time.Immunology
Unlock better treatments and prevention strategies for immune-related illnesses.Marine and Coastal Science
Explore marine and coastal science, that looks at all aspects of the marine environment encompassing many sciences from biology to geology.Materials Science
Materials science is the specialised study of creating high-performance materials from metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites for society.Mathematics
Mathematics is the science of patterns and underpins all corners of science and technologyMicrobiology
Microbiology studies tiny life forms like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa.Molecular and Cell Biology
Study cell biology, which explores molecular structures, cellular processes, and their roles in function, reproduction, and development.Neuroscience
Neuroscience aims to understand the nervous system’s biological and behavioral aspects, as well as to treat diseases like schizophrenia and Alzheimer’s.Pathology
Pathology involves studying diseases at genetic, molecular, cellular, and organ levels. Contrary to popular belief, it’s not solely about blood tests.Pharmacology
Discover the effect that drugs have on living tissues and the normal body functions of humans and animals.Physiology
Physiology studies how the human body functions, including organ processes, growth, maintenance, and responses during disease and aging.Psychology
Psychology studies behavior, mental processes, brain-behavior relationships, perception, learning, memory, and social interactions.Statistics
Statistics is the science of collecting, analysing, presenting and interpreting data.
Future careers
The combination of business knowledge and investigative analysis skills can open up many interesting career opportunities in business and science fields. You’ll gain transferable skills that can be applied across a variety of industries and functions, from influencing key business decisions or leading research projects within an organisation in your particular field of interest.
Advanced Science (Honours) will provide opportunities to continue your research in universities and government institutes, influence public policy or support health and environmental-related non-profits. Alternatively, you might pursue a career in the private sector, driving innovation in everything from pharmaceuticals and biotechnology to data analytics and science communication.
You may lean more heavily on your business acumen to lead research, strategy and implementation across a wide range of organisations. UNSW Business School's Career Accelerator provides work experiences and professional development opportunities to help get you started.
Explore our study areas below to discover the range of potential career paths available across the fields of commerce and science.
Potential careers
- Anthropologist
- Accountant/Auditor
- Business Analyst
- Chemist
- Consultant
- Customer Experience Officer
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Digital Innovation Officer
- Economist
- Field Biologist
- Financial Adviser
- Forensic Scientist
- Geologist
- Human Resource Consultant
- Investment Banker
- Life Scientist
- Marketing/Brand Manager
- Medical Scientist
- Oceanographer
- Physicist
- Product Analyst
- Tax Adviser
- Strategist
- Zoologist
Honours
Take your Commerce studies to the next level with an additional one-year Honours degree, where you'll gain advanced knowledge and research skills in your chosen area of business. You'll have the opportunity to be mentored by top-tier researchers and work on industry relevant projects while undertaking a significant research thesis. Graduate with advanced knowledge, analytical, problem-solving and research skills that are highly sought after in business and government. Learn more about BCom Honours.
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Commerce can give you professional recognition and accreditation in industry governing bodies, including the Australian Human Resources Institute, Australian Securities and Investment Commission, CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, ACCA, Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) and Institute of Public Accountants.
How to apply
To apply for this double degree combined with the Bachelor of Commerce, you will need to apply for Double Commerce (424100) through the UAC application portal. Upon receiving an offer to for this degree, you will choose the second degree to pair with Commerce during the acceptance process.
Applications for undergraduate study from domestic students (Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders and New Zealand citizens) are processed by the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).
Visit the Apply section of the UAC website and you can nominate up to five degrees in order of preference, with the first being your most desired degree and university.
On-time applications for admission usually close at the end of September each year for Term 1 admission. Late applications can be submitted, but a late fee will apply. For study starting in Term 1, the majority of offers are made in December and January. Visit the UAC website for key dates for admission outside of Term 1.
Ready to start your application?
For most international students, applications are submitted via our Apply Online service. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term.
Some high-demand programs with limited places, may have an earlier application deadline or may have an earlier commencement date. For more information visit our international applicant information page.
*If you are an international student studying an Australian qualification, go to the Universities Admission Centre (UAC) for application and UAC key dates. Note: If you are under 18 years of age, you need to make special arrangements. Read more.
Ready to start your application?
Fees & Scholarships
Commonwealth Supported Place multiple Student Contribution Bands may apply for this double degree. See single degrees for the applicable fee bands.*The student contribution for a Commonwealth Supported Place is an indication only of the amount payable in Year 1 based on a standard full-time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). The actual student contribution you will be liable for depends on your individual program of study and the calendar year in which you enrol. Actual fees are calculated upon enrolment. Student contribution amounts are subject to annual review by the University and may increase each year during your studies (subject to caps determined by the Australian Government), effective at the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only other fees and charges are not included.
*Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only, other fees and charges are not included. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year to enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).
Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at the UNSW fees website.
Indicative fees to complete the program have been calculated based on a percentage increase for every year of the program. Fee increases are assessed annually and may exceed the indicative figures listed here.
Indicative fees to complete the program include tuition plus an estimate of study-related costs of approximately $1,000 per year. To find out more about other costs, visit UNSW International.
Scholarships
At UNSW, we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether you’re a domestic or international student, our range of scholarships, prizes and awards can support your journey.
QS World University Rankings, 2025
AFR Top100 Future Leaders Awards, 2020-2025
#1 Australian uni attended by start-up founders
The learning culture at UNSW, which challenges the status quo, helped set me apart from others.
