Life Scientist (QLD)

State/Territory Specific Information

Education and Training:

To become a life scientist you usually have to complete a degree relevant to your chosen field of specialisation. See the entries for Biochemist, Botanist, Marine Biologist and Zoologist.

To get into these courses you usually requires Year 12.

Related Courses:

While the following courses are related to this occupation, they may not necessarily lead directly to employment, nor provide the most direct pathway to the occupation. Courses which provide preliminary or informal training, as well as those which provide additional job skills following initial qualifications may also be listed.

*Course is offered by more than one institution. Click link for details.

  1. Diploma of Biosciences
  2. Bachelor of Applied Science *
  3. Bachelor of Applied Science / Bachelor of Education - Primary
  4. Bachelor of Applied Science / Bachelor of Games and Interactive Entertainment
  5. Bachelor of Applied Science / Bachelor of Laws
  6. Bachelor of Applied Science / Bachelor of Mathematics
  7. Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science *
  8. Bachelor of Biomedical Science *
  9. Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences
  10. Bachelor of Biomolecular Science (Advanced)
  11. Bachelor of Biotechnology *
  12. Bachelor of Business Management / Bachelor of Science
  13. Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Science *
  14. Bachelor of Economics / Bachelor of Science
  15. Bachelor of Education / Bachelor of Science *
  16. Bachelor of Engineering / Bachelor of Science *
  17. Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences *
  18. Bachelor of Exercise Physiology - Clinical
  19. Bachelor of General Studies
  20. Bachelor of Health - Biomedical Sciences
  21. Bachelor of Health Science
  22. Bachelor of Information Technology / Bachelor of Science
  23. Bachelor of Marine Science *
  24. Bachelor of Marine Studies
  25. Bachelor of Science *
  26. Bachelor of Science (Advanced)
  27. Bachelor of Science (General)
  28. Bachelor of Science - Biology
  29. Bachelor of Science - Ecology and Conservation Biology
  30. Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
  31. Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology (Advanced)
  32. Bachelor of Science - Psychology and Human Physiology
  33. Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Arts
  34. Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Education - Secondary
  35. Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Information Technology
  36. Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Journalism
  37. Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Laws *
  38. Bachelor of Technology Innovation
  39. Bachelor of Science (Advanced) (Honours)

Employment Opportunities:

Life scientists are employed in federal, state, territory and local government organisations, including research organisations. They are also employed in private industry, hospitals, educational institutions, primary production and fisheries. It is a small occupation with average employment prospects, but entry to some jobs is highly competitive.

Demand is linked to factors such as growing environmental awareness, the market for primary products and levels of government funding for research.

For Further Information:

CSIRO Marine and Atmospheric Research

(03) 6232 5222
www.cmar.csiro.au

The Association of Professional Engineers

(03) 9695 8800
www.apesma.com.au

Information for other states and territories: