Bachelor (Honours)
Discover more of our world
If you haven't yet chosen an area of science to specialise in, but are sure that-once you have-you'll want to follow that path as far as it can take you, this degree's for you.
Our direct-entry Bachelor of Science (Honours) builds on Bachelor of Science. You'll thoroughly explore your scientific curiosity before specialising, then go on to gain next-level capability and an employability edge.
Your first year is all about discovery. You'll investigate a number of scientific fields, before choosing a major to focus on in years two and three (see Bachelor of Science for choices).
During this time you'll enjoy the same fantastic opportunities offered to all Bachelor of Science students. That includes developing real-world connections through internships, and potentially gaining global experience with international study. In your honours year, you'll then advance along either a disciplinary research or professional skills pathway.
The disciplinary research path is the most research-intensive. Working with a specific researcher or research group, you'll undertake a major research project, together with advanced coursework, in one of the following study areas:
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Depending on your study choices, you could emerge well-prepared for a high-level career in a specific scientific discipline. You might provide society with critical big-picture insights as a science generalist. Or perhaps you'll aim higher still and go on to Masters or PhD-level research. Wherever you want to go, you'll be well placed.
Direct access to industry leaders and paid internship opportunities: The Academy by Deloitte
This degree gives you the opportunity to be part of our new The Academy by Deloitte You'll be part of a supportive student cohort that learns from one another and industry leaders. Formal and informal experiences will allow you to build relationships within the Deloitte network.
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Bachelor of Science (Honours) [direct entry]
To qualify for the degree of Bachelor of Science (Honours) [Direct Entry], students must satisfactorily complete a program of study consisting of the following requirements with a combined total of not less than 96 units, comprising:
Note: A student who has completed a major in a Science discipline and also completes courses that fulfil requirements for a major as specified under the Academic Program Rules for the degree of Bachelor of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, shall be awarded that Mathematical and Computer Sciences major in addition to the Science major.