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Science: Bachelor of Science (Science) (Honours)

Bachelor (Honours)

This honours program builds on undergraduate science knowledge, offering specialisation in various disciplines and a supervised research project. It prepares students for careers in research, industry, or academia and provides a pathway to postgraduate studies.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor (Honours)

Duration

1 year full-time

Course Code

BH-SCNCE, 061491D

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Jan, Mar, Aug

Domestic Fees

$9,300 per year

International Fees

$44,222 per year / $44,222 total

About this course

Overview

This honours program enables you to build on the knowledge obtained in your undergraduate science degree. As well as studying units in your chosen discipline - applied geology, chemistry, computer science, environment and agriculture, geographic information science, mathematical sciences, physics or geophysics - you'll examine academic research methodology and enhance your analytical skills and innovative ideas. You'll also complete a supervised research project and present an honours dissertation.

Note: Geographic Information Science and Geophysics are not available for semester 2 applications.

What jobs can the Science course lead to?

Career opportunities can be sought across the broad spectrum of scientific research, government, industry and academia depending on your choice of subject.
This extra year at honours level is highly regarded by employers.
Honours provides a pathway to further research and entry to a postgraduate degree in your chosen area of specialisation.

What you'll learn

have demonstrated knowledge and understanding in a field of study that is at a level that is informed by knowledge of the forefront of the field of study, within a research context
can apply their knowledge and understanding in a manner that indicates a professional approach to their work or vocation, and have competencies demonstrated through devising and sustaining arguments (to both specialist and non-specialist audiences) and solving advanced problems within their field of study
understand the constructs of the scientific method and apply these principles in communicating new knowledge, including using digital technologies
can gather and interpret relevant research data to inform judgements that include reflection on relevant social, scientific or ethical issues, including being aware of the diversity of international perspectives associated with the sciences, and how these impact upon the practice of science
understand the global and cultural issues within their chosen area of study and how these impact on the practice of their profession
display a very high standard of professional behaviour, including effective time management, both independently and as a team member

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

You're considered someone with work and life experience if:

You have left secondary education more than two years ago (i.e. who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants) and have not undertaken vocational education training (VET) or higher education study since then.

How we define 'experience'

'Experience' includes a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education such as mature-age entry, professional experience whether completion of the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is required or not, community involvement or work experience. Applicants may have undertaken non-formal programs that have helped prepare them for tertiary education or are relevant to the proposed higher education field of study.

Pathways

STAT entry

Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria. STAT can be used to meet entry criteria for some courses, or as a way to satisfy Curtin's English proficiency requirements.

STAT is not accepted as an entry pathway.

You're considered someone who studied at TAFE or have done an apprenticeship if:

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a VET course. This includes study at a public TAFE or other VET provider, whether a qualification was completed or not. Applicants with VET study may have other qualifications such as a Year 10 or Year 12 secondary school certificate.

Pathways

TAFE entry

Not accepted. VET studies cannot meet the equivalent ATAR requirement.

STAT entry

Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

STAT is not accepted as an entry pathway.

You're considered someone who has recently left university if:

Applicants with higher education are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education course, such as a university degree. This may include applicants who are currently studying a higher education course at another education provider and want to transfer to Curtin University, or applicants who are currently studying at Curtin but want to switch to a different course. It may also include applicants who have completed past study with university and non-university higher education providers.

Curtin course switcher criteria

To switch into this course, you need to have:

Completed an Australian Bachelor of Science or equivalent in chosen specialisation, with a course weighted average (CWA) of 65% or above in highest level units.

Higher education course switcher criteria

To switch into this course from another higher education course, you need to have:

Completed an Australian Bachelor of Science or equivalent in chosen specialisation, with a course weighted average (CWA) of 65% or above in highest level units.

What you will learn

What you'll learn

Have demonstrated knowledge and understanding in a field of study that is at a level that is informed by knowledge of the forefront of the field of study, within a research context.
Can apply their knowledge and understanding in a manner that indicates a professional approach to their work or vocation, and have competencies demonstrated through devising and sustaining arguments (to both specialist and non-specialist audiences) and solving advanced problems within their field of study.
Understand the constructs of the scientific method and apply these principles in communicating new knowledge, including using digital technologies.
Can gather and interpret relevant research data to inform judgements that include reflection on relevant social, scientific or ethical issues, including being aware of the diversity of international perspectives associated with the sciences, and how these impact upon the practice of science.
Understand the global and cultural issues within their chosen area of study and how these impact on the practice of their profession.
Display a very high standard of professional behaviour, including effective time management, both independently and as a team member.

Career pathways

What jobs can the Science course lead to?

Career opportunities can be sought across the broad spectrum of scientific research, government, industry and academia depending on your choice of subject.
This extra year at honours level is highly regarded by employers.
Honours provides a pathway to further research and entry to a postgraduate degree in your chosen area of specialisation.

Course structure

Course outline

Qualification: Bachelor of Science (Science) (Honours)
Duration: This course is one year full-time study. Two intakes are offered each year in March and August except for the Chemistry Honours Major that has a January (Trimester 1) and August intake. Prospective students should note that places may not always be available for the August intake.
Credit: A full-time study load usually consists of 200 credits (approximately eight units) per year, with 100 credits (approximately four units) in each semester.
CRICOS: 061491D
Location: Curtin Perth, Curtin University Malaysia

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How to apply

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