Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Science

The Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Science at the University of Southern Queensland (USQ) in Toowoomba combines two distinct areas of study, giving students flexibility and cross-disciplinary skills highly valued in Australia. Across four years of full-time study, you’ll complete units of study in both business and science, accumulating credit points that progress you toward graduation. Each discipline includes a selection of core and elective subjects, typically offered across semesters, allowing you to shape your degree toward your interests – for example, pairing management or marketing with biology, mathematics, or environmental science.

This double degree is structured to give you both theoretical and practical knowledge. The business component often involves case studies, group projects, and sometimes opportunities for work-integrated learning, giving you practical insight into how business principles apply in real-world Australian contexts. The science component is hands-on, with laboratory sessions and fieldwork where relevant – great for those wanting to develop critical thinking, analytical, and technical skills.

You’ll build capabilities in communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and data analysis, spanning both scientific inquiry and commercial operations. The combination opens pathways for those keen on roles that connect science with industry or public sectors, think science communication, sustainable business development, or agribusiness. This course suits students who are curious, adaptable, and interested in making connections between business and scientific innovation.

As an undergraduate degree sitting on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), graduates are eligible for the post-study work stream of the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485), subject to visa requirements. Students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during the semester, giving many the chance to gain local experience while studying. For precise course details and admission criteria, always check the official USQ website.

• Business analyst in technology or scientific sectors
• Environmental consultant for natural resource organisations
• Marketing specialist for science-based firms
• Project manager in research or start-ups
• Science communicator for government or industry bodies
• Policy adviser in agribusiness or health
• Management roles in biotech or environmental enterprises