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Bachelor of Science (Honours)

Continue science undergraduate studies at a higher level by specialising in an area of interest.

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.

CRICOS code
028850E
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Footnotes
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Study location QTAC code
  • Sunshine Coast Not applicable — direct application to USC
Minimum selection threshold

GPA requirement

UniSC program code
SC401
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Duration
1 year full time or 2 years part time
Prerequisites
Completion of a Science or related undergraduate degree
Recommended prior study
English; Maths A, B or C; and at least one of the sciences
Fee type 2013
  • Commonwealth supported places
  • Fee paying places
  • International fee-paying places
Total units
96

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 Feature Writing(students will be assessed on the submission of a research proposal and delivery of an oral presentation)
  • RES401 Creative Writing for Children and Young Adults(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.

Total units: 96

Program requirements and notes