Bachelor of Science (Honours)

• Program Overview
• Entry Requirements
• Honours Areas
• Program Structure
• Program Requirements and Notes

Program Overview

The Honours degree offers you the opportunity to continue your undergraduate studies at a higher level in your area of interest and to specialise in an area of study before entering the workforce in a relevant position. The degree also provides entry to further postgraduate study, particularly study that is research-focussed.

On completion of the Bachelor of Science (Honours) students will have introductory postgraduate level capacity to:

• assess and critically appraise scientific literature and studies
• identify and apply valid theoretical knowledge
• conceive and conduct ethical experimental studies
• analyse results, assumptions and the validity of conclusions
• communicate findings

Entry Requirements

You must have completed a Bachelor of Science, or a related degree from a recognised higher education institution, with at least eight courses in the area of study of your thesis topic. A high level of achievement in the intended area of study must be demonstrated. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Importantly, enrolment is contingent upon the Faculty's capacity to provide appropriate supervision.

Honours Areas

Honours is offered in the following areas:

• Environmental Science
• Sport and Exercise Science
• Biomedical Science
• Public Health
• Microbiology and Biotechnology

Program Structure

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) consists of studies by original research, preparation of a thesis/dissertation and oral presentations of the project plans and outcomes.

The thesis/dissertation is required in a form consistent with the publication standards for internationally referenced journals.

Program Requirements and Notes

Dissertation

This is a research project conducted over the full year of enrolment. Length is a maximum of 100 pages, as described in guidelines provided to students at the beginning of their enrolment.

Supervision and Research

A staff member with relevant research interest and expertise will supervise you. The nature of your research project and stages of the research is discussed with your supervisor who will assist you to develop a project management plan.

Grade

The grade will be awarded in one of the three classes:

• Class 1
• Class 2
• Class 3

Class 2 Honours is awarded as Division 1 or Division 2.

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