Biological Sciences (Genetics), Bachelor

Transform your passion for biology into a versatile career through La Trobe's Bachelor of Biological Sciences, which provides a robust scientific foundation and flexibility to specialize in your chosen area.Begin with core skills in biology, chemistry, ecology, and biodiversity, including the study of infections, epidemics, and pandemics. From your first year, engage in hands-on classes in on-campus labs and fieldwork, plus industry-led workshops, seminars, and work placement opportunities.

Discover how inherited genes influence our development and health. You’ll gain an understanding of the mechanisms which enable biological processes at a molecular level and develop skills to contribute to some of today's biggest challenges, such as protecting endangered animals or developing new ways to treat disease.

Students commencing their studies at Albury-Wodonga campus are required to transfer to the Melbourne campus from second year to complete this major.