Bachelor of Science (Honours)

The Honours program encourages independent learning and research, further develops academic ability, provides the opportunity to pursue undergraduate studies to a more advanced level, deepens intellectual understanding in the major field of study and develops research skills. An Honours degree is a recognised point of entry for postgraduate research studies at PhD level and enhances a graduate's ability to perform at a high level in a commercial or public organisation. The Honours program consists of a rigorous program of supervised research on a scientific topic, culminating in the production of a thesis and presentation of a final seminar. Students enrol in a 60 credit point honours project and either a 20 credit point research methodology and experimental design unit, or a 20 credit point advanced topics and research skills unit, allowing them to explore more advanced topics, including wider areas of research and their applications in science, technology, medicine and the environment. Although the Honours course is available on several different campuses, some or all of the lectures, workshops and seminars may be held centrally at a single campus to ensure that students are exposed to as wide a range of research topics as possible. The course can provide opportunities for direct commercial and industrial involvement with a diverse range of organisations through the provision of, and joint supervision of, research projects.

Course Details

Bachelor of Science (Honours)

Locations

Campbelltown Campus
Hawkesbury Campus
Parramatta Campus
Penrith Campus

Duration

1 year full-time or equivalent part-time

Note: 'part-time' refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes.

Opportunity for Further Study on completion of course

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science (Honours) may be interested in furthering their studies with a Research Degree. For information, refer to UWS Research Degrees (opens in a new window).

How to Apply

All domestic applications can be made online and direct to the University through the Honours application online form.

All international applications must be made via the International Student Admission Application form. Step by step instructions are available on the International Admissions pages.