• Honours in Science
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Basic course details

A science honours program requires the completion of 48 points of study in a particular science discipline. The program has two components:

• advanced coursework that allows you to gain in depth knowledge in your area of interest, and
• a major project which normally contributes at least 40% of the workload and assessment for the course.

The honours program is available in most of the science areas of study listed in the Undergraduate Handbook. In special circumstances, the dean, acting on the recommendation of the head of school may approve candidature embracing more than one discipline. Depending on the area of specialisation, it is available for commencement in either March or July in any year. It is normally completed in one year of full-time study. Two years of part-time study may be available in some areas of study.