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Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Commerce
Length

Four years full-time, or part-time equivalent. Honours is available to students who demonstrate exceptional merit in either or both degrees and requires an additional year of study for each degree.
Campuses

Melbourne (Bundoora), Bendigo
Course description

This course allows students to combine a professional accounting qualification with studies in any area of science. As a result, students gain broad scientific skills and a vocationally-oriented qualification, thus enhancing their employment opportunities. The choice of science studies will vary according to availability at the campus of enrolment.

First year studies include:
- Accounting
- Statistics for business
- Economics
- Management information systems
- First year level science units (see the single degree information for the choice of units available).

Accounting, science and business electives are followed through to fourth year.

The Faculty offers a range of competitive industry experience options through our Industry Cadetship and Integrated Business Learning programs and these vary by course and campus of enrolment. See details at
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scitecheng/

Handbook (course structure, subject details for 2009 - may change for 2010)
Melbourne (Bundoora)
Major areas of study

Science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, electronics, computer science, statistics, commerce, accounting, financial management, management, biochemistry, biomedical science, biotechnology, botany, ecology, environmental science, genetics, microbiology, psychology, space science, viticultural science and wine production.

Overseas study opportunities

Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information
Application

VTAC
Fee type

Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Tuition fee (AUD)

Indicative (per 120 credit points):
Commonwealth Supported Place - $7260

Fees are indicative and may vary depending on units of study undertaken
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/prospective/uniwide/index.html

The Faculty offers a wide range of scholarships, which can change regularly. Please see our website at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scitecheng/scholarships/index.html for details.

Additional costs (AUD)

Depending on the units chosen, approximate costs may include: laboratory coat - A$30, dissecting kit - A$40.
Middle Band

Applicants who have successfully completed any of Chemistry, Physics or Specialist Mathematics will be deemed to have an ENTER 1.5 points higher for each study up to a maximum of 3 points. Re-ranking is also based on criteria associated with the La Trobe University Rural and Regional Student Access Scheme.
Selection

Melbourne (Bundoora): ENTER 78.80
Bendigo: new course in 2008
Extra requirements

Non Year 12 students may complete the VTAC Pi form. Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) forms are also available from VTAC and the Faculty.
Prerequisites

VCE Units 3 & 4: a study score of at least 20 in English (any) and 20 in either Mathematical Methods (either) or Specialist Mathematics.
Semester starts

Semester 1 (March)
Career opportunities

As well as the opportunities listed under the individual course entries, graduates of this double degree will find employment opportunities working as accountants or commercial managers in scientific or technological enterprises.
Professional recognition

The Bachelor of Commerce course has been accredited by CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA). Graduates are eligible for membership with either professional accounting body or other professional groups such as National Institute of Accountants (NIA) and Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).
Depending on the specific studies chosen, accreditation with the relevant Science professional association is also possible.

Award

Bachelor of Finance/Bachelor of Science
Length

Four years full-time or part-time equivalent. Honours is available to students who demonstrate exceptional results in either or both degrees and requires an additional year of study for each degree.
Campuses

Melbourne (Bundoora)
Course description

This double degree is designed to enhance employability in the finance sector by combining studies in finance with science studies, such as mathematics, statistics, and computer science, with options to add subjects to at least sub-major level from any discipline.
Students who have an aptitude for mathematics will be able to apply advanced skills to the development and analysis of financial products and the forecasting of exchange rates, interest rates and other financial variables. This is a rapidly developing area of finance and underlies the increasing reliance on financial derivatives and options.

First year studies include:
. Accounting
. Mathematics
. Statistics
. First year science major
. Economics

Later-year studies include:
. Corporate finance
. Science electives
. Business electives
. Banking and financial law
. Financial risk management
. Business electives
Handbook (course structure, subject details for 2009 - may change for 2010)
Melbourne (Bundoora)
Major areas of study

Business, banking, economics, finance, corporate finance, investment and portfolio management, personal finance, financial risk management, international finance. Mathematics, physics, computer science, science and statistics.
Overseas study opportunities

Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information
Fee type

Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/prospective/uniwide/index.html

Middle Band

Applicants who have successfully completed Physics or Specialist Mathematics will be deemed to have an ENTER 1.5 points higher. Performance in prerequisite studies will be considered.
Selection

ENTER: 91.95
Extra requirements

Non-Year 12 applicants may complete the VTAC Pi form. Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) forms are also available from VTAC.
Prerequisites

VCE Units 3 & 4: a study score of at least 20 in English (any) and Mathematical Methods (either), or Specialist Mathematics.
Semester starts

Semester 1 (March)
Career opportunities

Graduates who have combined mathematics and finance are sought after by financial firms. Their capacity to evaluate risk and to forecast the impact of shocks to the financial markets allows firms to better gauge their buying and selling decisions. Graduates tend to find work as financial analysts, forecasters and specialists in pricing derivatives, such as conventional and exotic options, and are well prepared for scientific management.
Professional recognition

An appropriate choice of subjects can lead to membership of the Australasian Institute of Banking and Finance and the Australian Mathematical Society. Students taking a major accredited by the Statistical Society of Australia Inc. are entitled to Graduate Statistician status upon joining the Society.