Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
1 year full-time; 2 years part-time
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Location
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Placements
NA
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ATAR
N/A
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Inherent Requirements
NA
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
BSc(Hons)
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Course code
3507030
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Credit points
96
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Equivalent units
8
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Indicative Fee
Overview
The Bachelor of Science with Honours is a challenging and rewarding year of full-time (or part-time equivalent) directed study, which is offered to those students who demonstrate a meritorious performance in their undergraduate studies.
The honours degree may be a completion point for those students who are seeking an opportunity to focus on an area of environmental, marine or forest science or management and improve their employment prospects. Alternatively, honours may provide a pathway into postgraduate studies.
Studying honours involves a close working relationship, and mutual responsibilities, between supervisor and student. Students are introduced to research methodology under the close supervision of a member of staff with expertise in the chosen area of study.
In the research component, students can apply their knowledge and technical abilities in a supervised research project and develop skills in: data acquisition, design experimentation, problem solving and critical thinking, project implementation, risk assessment and ethical approval process applications, and communicating research outcomes to various audiences.
Interested applicants need to contact the University to discuss their eligibility and to find a suitable honours supervisor for their proposed honours topic prior to lodging their application.
Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
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Intellectual rigour | Demonstrate cognitive and technical skills in scientific research. |
Creativity | Demonstrate imagination, initiative and enterprise in problem-solving Respond creatively to intellectual, professional, environmental and social challenges |
Ethical practice | Evaluate issues with reference to sound ethical frameworks and sustainability Practice ethical enquiry and communication. |
Knowledge of a discipline | Demonstrate in-depth knowledge in one or more scientific disciplines |
Lifelong learning | Exercise autonomy in one's learning and responsibility in one's practice as a scholar and researcher. |
Communication and social skills | Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of a component of scientific research and the capacity to disseminate research findings in diverse contexts. Create a thesis that demonstrates research and design skills, critical thinking, and judgement. |
Cultural competence | Practice inclusive enquiry and communication. |
Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
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Lismore | Session 1 , Session 2 | N/A | N/A |
National Marine Science Centre Coffs Harbour | Session 1 , Session 2 | N/A | N/A |
Online | Session 1 , Session 2 | N/A | N/A |
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Course requirements
Rules concerning Bachelors Degrees with Honours (where Honours is taken as a separate year) can be found under Rule 5 in the University’s Rules Relating to Awards.
The Honours course comprises a Proposal, a Major Study, a Minor Study and a Research Seminar. The Major Study may be taken in any topic area that suitable supervision can be provided.
The Minor Study will normally be taken from the topic of the Major Study. However, another topic may be chosen with approval of the Head of School. The Minor Study may also be substituted by prescribed coursework and examination with approval of the Head of School.
All units listed below must be successfully completed.
Entry requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
Language requirements
Rules concerning Bachelors Degrees with Honours (where Honours is taken as a separate year) can be found under Rule 5 in the University’s Rules Relating to Awards.
The Honours course comprises a Proposal, a Major Study, a Minor Study and a Research Seminar. The Major Study may be taken in any topic area that suitable supervision can be provided.
The Minor Study will normally be taken from the topic of the Major Study. However, another topic may be chosen with approval of the Head of School. The Minor Study may also be substituted by prescribed coursework and examination with approval of the Head of School.
All units listed below must be successfully completed.
Course structure
Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.
Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment.
Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Level of learning | Notes |
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Session 1, Year 1 |
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ENV40006 - Environmental Science Honours I | Advanced | Note 1 | |||
Session 2, Year 1 |
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ENV40007 - Environmental Science Honours II | Advanced | Note 1 | |||
Session 3, Year 1 |
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ENV40008 - Environmental Science Honours III | Advanced | Note 1 | |||
Session 1, Year 2 |
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ENV40009 - Environmental Science Honours IV | Advanced | Note 1 |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Level of learning | Notes |
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Session 1, Year 1 |
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SCI83011 - Scientific Research, Context, Perspective and Method | Advanced | Note 1 | |||
SCI83012 - Science Honours Thesis I | Advanced | Note 1 | |||
Session 2, Year 1 |
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SCI83013 - Science Honours Thesis II | Advanced | Note 1 | |||
SCI83014 - Science Honours Thesis III | Advanced | Note 1 |
Note 1:
Double-weighted unit