Program Overview

Overview

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) program offers the chance to pursue an independent research project under the supervision of an academic. You’ll have access to top facilities at UQ Gatton, including animal production units, horticultural fields, veterinary hospitals, research labs, and more than 1,000 hectares of unique subtropical farmland.

Entry Requirements

• Prerequisites: Bachelor of Science (or equivalent), with a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale, and a GPA of at least 4.5 for 8 units of courses at level 3 or higher relevant to the honours project.
• Minimum entry score: Select where you studied and your qualification to see the minimum entry score you need to be considered for this program.
• English language requirements: IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6.

Fields of Study

The program offers the following fields of study:

• Animal and Veterinary Bioscience: Learn how animals function, behave, and reproduce, and how to improve their health, welfare, and interaction with humans.
• Animal Science: Take on an independent research project under the guidance of leading researchers.
• Plant Science: Help solve two of the biggest problems facing humans today: food security and our dependency on fossil fuels.
• Sustainable Agriculture: Gain the scientific knowledge, practical skills, and industry insights to lead the shift toward more resilient and sustainable food systems.

Fees and Scholarships

• Indicative annual fee: Approximately $10,620 (2026).
• Additional costs: Students are responsible for the cost of travel to attend intensive study blocks and transportation and accommodation to attend residential schools or practicals.
• Government assistance: Domestic places in the Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Gatton are Commonwealth supported.
• Scholarships: You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships.

How to Apply

• Applying online: All international applications should be submitted to UQ. The program code for the Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Gatton is 2354.
• Important dates: The closing date for this program is May 31 of the year of commencement for semester 2 and November 30 of the previous year for semester 1.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants: For support with applying, get in touch with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (ATSIS) Unit.