Develop scientific knowledge and key skills with this flexible program, which gives you the freedom to find or follow your scientific passion to pursue your career goals.

Explore and challenge your scientific thinking in this popular program, which offers one of the broadest selections of science disciplines in Australia.

Our extensive range of specialist fields enables you to develop your interdisciplinary scientific knowledge and practical skills, while pursuing studies that suit your interests and ambitions.

You also have the option to combine your scientific expertise with skills from a broad range of study areas, including languages, communication and design, to broaden your skill set or follow your interests beyond science.

You'll learn how to work confidently in a range of labs, including wet, dry and clinical labs, PC2 and PC3 labs, and animal diagnostic, operating and skills-training labs.

Some majors offer fieldwork opportunities in locations such as the Great Barrier Reef, Fraser Island, national parks and outback Queensland. Plus you'll have the chance to gain relevant, real-world experience through employability and work-integrated learning such as internships, industry placements, research projects and international study.

The Bachelor of Science is a widely respected and globally recognised qualification. You'll graduate with highly developed knowledge in your specialist area, superior technical abilities, and advanced independent thinking and communication skills.

Microbiology, Infection and Immunity (Extended Major)

Dive deep into the complexities of the human immune system to transform the way we treat and prevent disease.

You’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of how our immune systems can be harnessed to prevent, treat and cure diseases.

Investigate the role of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses and parasites in disease; the molecular basis of immune recognition; and the regulation of immune response in a range of infectious diseases.

Learn immunological techniques for developing vaccines and immunotherapies, as well as practical applications in biotechnology, microbiology, genetics, and cell and molecular biology.

You’ll be taught by leading researchers working in laboratories where current medical breakthroughs are taking place. You'll apply your theoretical knowledge and build your technical skills through practical laboratory sessions and small group tutorials.

You’ll be equipped for a range of opportunities in hospitals, research institutions, biotechnology firms, pharmaceutical companies or universities.

Studying immunity and infectious disease will prepare you for further study in the field of medicine or to progress into a research-based honours program.