Students continue science undergraduate studies at a higher level by specialising in an area of interest.
Studies develop an independent style of learning, combined with advanced knowledge in a specific research area. This academic background offers advantages in the employment market. An honours program is the main pathway to further postgraduate study, particularly research-focused study. Studies are supervised by a Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering academic who has relevant research interests and expertise in the chosen field of study. There are both coursework and thesis components.
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Studies develop an independent style of learning, combined with advanced knowledge in a specific research area. This academic background offers advantages in the employment market. An honours program is the main pathway to further postgraduate study, particularly research-focused study. Studies are supervised by a Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering academic who has relevant research interests and expertise in the chosen field of study. There are both coursework and thesis components.
Specialisations
Biomedical science; biotechnology; coastal studies; environmental science; food science; health promotion; nursing; nutrition; paramedic science; sport and exercise science; sustainability.
Admission requirements
Students must have completed a Bachelor of Science (AQF Level 7) or a related degree from a recognised higher education institution. A high level of achievement in the intended area of study must be demonstrated, and a grade point average of 5 or higher achieved across second and third year level courses that have been undertaken. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Importantly, enrolment is contingent upon the Faculty's capacity to provide appropriate supervision in the intended field of research.
Career opportunities
Opportunities in academia, government and corporate arenas. Depending on the research area selected: waste and pollution management, medical and health research, ecological / biodiversity research, environmental management, sport and exercise research, biotechnology, community health.
Program structure
Program structure
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) structure is usually as follows:
- a 24-unit coursework component (consisting of two 12-unit courses), and
- a 72-unit thesis component
Coursework component
Coursework comprises:
- ADR401 Literacy and Numeracy Across the Curriculum(students will be assessed on the submission of a research proposal and delivery of an oral presentation)
- RES401 Secondary Assessment and Reporting(students will be assessed on the submission of a literature review)
Thesis component
This is a research project conducted over the full year of enrolment. It comprising either a thesis or a thesis accompanied by an exegesis, as described in guidelines provided to students at the beginning of their enrolment. The nature and topic of the thesis is determined by the student's interests, the interests of potential supervisors and the availability of appropriate supervision.
The completed thesis is normally 15,000–25,000 words in length. The required length is determined by the precise nature of the research, in consultation with the supervisor and subject to the approval of the Dean.