Program Overview

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Bachelor of Science (Honours)

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.

Key Information

• Study mode and sessions: Online
• Duration: Minimum time - 1 year(s), Maximum time - 2 year(s)
• Entry score: TBA
• Indicative fees:
  • International online: Fee paying overseas: Full-time - $36,480.00 pa, Part-time - $18,240.00 pa
  • Course points and codes: Credit Points: 64, AQF: Level 8

Why Study with Us?

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) allows you to specialise in any one of the many disciplines offered by schools across the Faculty of Science and Health.

• Build your research capability: Featuring a substantial research project, this course will support you in the development of the knowledge, skills and attitudes essential to conducting research, especially for entry to higher degree courses. Your research may even be published.
• Develop specialist knowledge: You'll gain an advanced level of knowledge in your chosen area of specialisation. You'll be guided in your work by an expert supervisory team. Areas of specialisation include chemistry wine science, allied health, equine science, environmental science, exercise and sport science, biomedical science, dentistry, nursing, midwifery, Indigenous health and pharmacy.
• Flexible online study: Study online at your own pace. There will also be opportunities to travel to our campuses and research sites to connect with your supervisors face-to-face.

Career Opportunities

When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including:

• Academic and teaching
• Researcher
• Data analyst
• Ecologist
• Forensic scientist
• Mathematician
• Microbiologist
• Physicist
• Health careers

What You Will Study

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.

Intensive School

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.

Essential Set (64 pts)

• Core subjects (56 Credit Points):
  • HRS425: Honours in Science Research Fundamentals (24)
  • HRS442: Honours in Science Research Dissertation/Project (32)
• Restricted elective (8 Credit Points): Select one (1) subject from the following:
  • HRS410: Science Honours Research Methods
  • STA404: Statistical Data Analysis
  • STA501: Scientific Data Analysis

Alternate Pathway

Students 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

Costs

Calculate My Fee

The section below is designed to allow you to select the option specific to your circumstances to discover the course fee and course offering information appropriate for you.

Course Fees

• 1 year full-time equivalent fee: $TBA
• Subject fee (8 Points): $TBA

Payment Options

You can:

1. pay your tuition fees up front by the census date each session direct to the university
2. pay part of your tuition fees up front by the census date direct to the university and get help to cover the balance via a FEE-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible)
3. get help to cover the cost of your tuition fees via a FEE-HELP loan through the Australian Government (if eligible)

Scholarships

We have scholarships and grants, totalling over $11 million annually! They cover various areas such as academic performance, volunteering, sports achievements, community service, specific courses, on-campus living and individuals in unique circumstances.

Entry Requirements

• Selection rank: TBA
• Academic entry requirements: 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.
• Language requirements: Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.

Credit and Pathways

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.

How to Apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below:

• Apply via UAC: Important dates refer to key dates on the UAC website
• Apply via VTAC: Important dates refer to key dates on the VTAC website
• Apply directly to Charles Sturt: Check out our direct application closing dates

Related Courses

Other courses that you might be interested in…

• Bachelor of Science
• Doctor of Philosophy (Science and Agriculture)

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