Bachelor (Honours)
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) at Charles Sturt University is designed to develop research skills across various disciplines, providing advanced knowledge and analytical skills for a competitive edge in science or health research careers.
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) from Charles Sturt University is a standalone Honours degree that will give you the competitive edge in your science or health research career. Designed to develop research skills relevant to your area of interest across a wide range of disciplines, this course will give you the knowledge and skills to build specialist experience in the field of science.
You'll learn from leading academics who play key roles in a number of industries. Upon graduating from your science degree you'll have an advanced level of knowledge and analytical skills in your chosen discipline.
This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.
A completed three or four year Bachelor degree in Health or Science disciplines from an Australian University or approved overseas university with equivalent Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 (7 point scale).
Selection into an Honours degree will depend upon high academic merit and the availability of two supervisors who are suitable in relation to the student's desired research topic. At least one potential supervisor should be consulted by the student prior to applying, should give their in-principle support for the project discussed, and should be named in the student's application.
Acceptance into the Honours program is subject to the approval of the Course Director and is at the discretion of the Head of the School in which the requested primary supervisor is located.
Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply. Click here to view the specific international course entry requirements.
For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.
You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.
When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including:
56 Credit Points
HRS425Honours in Science Research Fundamentals (24)24 credit ptsHRS442Honours in Science Research Dissertation/Project (32)32 credit ptsRestricted elective8 Credit Points
Select one (1) subject from the following:
HRS410Science Honours Research Methods8 credit ptsSTA404Statistical Data Analysis8 credit ptsSTA501Scientific Data Analysis8 credit ptsAlternate pathwayStudents can request to alter their structure with approval of the Course Director in consultation with Honours Advisors and Supervisors as follows:
HRS425 Honours in Science Fundamentals (24) Replaced by HRS426 Honours in Science Fundamentals (16) PLUS one Level 4/5 8-point elective in the student's discipline
If you've completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.
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