Major Biology

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Biology) gives you the opportunity to extend your knowledge and skills in the specific discipline area that interests you. Building on your Bachelor of Science (Biology) degree, you will have the opportunity to increase your knowledge through research. You will conduct, and report on, a research project under the supervision of a staff member with the appropriate expertise.

The Honours program will give you an appreciation of the professional standards required of the practising scientist, and the ethical challenges presented by modern science and technology. You will also participate in research teams, be introduced to advanced experimental and literature research methods, and have opportunities to make contact with the wider scientific community in the local region, elsewhere in Australia and overseas.

Program structure

Courses to be studied Units

1 x Major8 

Total8 

Course codeCourse name

Biology Major:

SCI4401Science Honours Project A1

SCI4402Science Honours Project B1

SCI4403Special Study in Science

SCI4405Research Practice and Ethics

Footnotes

1 Three units.

Entry requirements

• 3-year Bachelor of Science Degree or equivalent from a recognised institution with a minimum GPA of 5.0 (credit) completed a maximum of 3 years prior to application 
• Candidates must have also submitted, and had approved, a project proposal for which an appropriate supervisor is available before commencing studies

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

International entry requirements

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Pre-requisites

• 3-year Bachelor of Science Degree or equivalent from a recognised institution with a minimum GPA of 5.0 (credit) completed a maximum of 3 years prior to application
• Candidates must have also submitted, and had approved, a project proposal for which an appropriate supervisor is available before commencing studies

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.