S4A Bachelor of Agricultural Science with Honours as at 14th May, 2002
Bachelor of Agricultural Science with Honours
Abbreviation: BAgrSc(Hons)
Course code: S4A
Course contact (faculty or school) (03) 6226 2620
Introductory comments
A candidate who has completed the Third Examination of the Bachelor of Agricultural
Science with sufficient merit will be invited by the Faculty of Science and Engineering on
the recommendation of the Degree Coordinator as a candidate for the degree of Bachelor
of Agricultural Science with Honours.
Admission & prerequisites
Prospective honours students must gain a minimum 65% weighted average in year 3 of
the BAgrSc course. Eligible students will be notified of their acceptance following
publication of year-3 results.
Course objectives
The BAgrSc(Hons) program aims to provide:
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Advanced knowledge and scientific training in a specialised area of agricultural
science;
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Training in research as preparation for employment in a research organisation or for
postgraduate study in master or PhD programs.
Career outcomes
Students are well prepared for employment in research and other positions with industry,
government and business organisations. An honours degree also provides students with
the opportunity to undertake further research study leading to a master or PhD
qualification.
Professional recognition
Graduates of the course are eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of
Agricultural Science and Technology (AIAST)
Course structure
Honours candidature is by invitation only. Honours students must enrol in KLA491
[BAgrSc(Hons) 0%] and KLA490 [Research Project 25%]. Students with less than 100%
loading may still request enrolment in the course.
The formal coursework grade will be assessed on a weighted grade average (WGA). WGA
= (G x W) / 75 where G values are: HD = 4; DN = 3; CR = 2; PP = 1. The same formula
applies to students not carrying the full formal coursework load. A student in this latter
situation may elect to enrol in additional subjects to make up the full 4th-year load.
Assessment of honours is based on the combination of formal coursework (60%) and
project thesis (40%) of the 4th-year program.
Note:
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Three copies of the thesis must be submitted to the secretary by the first week in
December. The honours thesis should be completed according to the notes and
instructions available from the honours coordinator.
There shall be the following grades of honours: 1st Class; 2nd Class, Upper Division; 2nd
Class, Lower Division; 3rd Class.
Students may withdraw from honours up to the end of semester 1, without penalty.
However, to complete their degree, they must, in semester 2, enrol in suitable units to
make up the balance, one of which may include an extensive literature review (KLA483)
which will be subject to an examination, possibly including a viva voce. (The topic of the
literature review is to be decided after consultation with the degree coordinator).
Articulation
Candidates with other tertiary studies may be granted status for work completed and
deemed appropriate to this degree.
Honours graduates may apply for entry into a master or PhD course.
Note: The following information is NOT included in the printed edition of the Course and
Unit Handbook
Contact
Hobart: Dr M Line ph 6226 2636 fax 6226 2642 <Martin.Line@utas.edu.au>Martin.Line
Additional Information
The following information answers some frequently asked questions.
Note, however, details should be confirmed with the appropriate authority
Responsible faculty or school | Faculty of Science and Engineering
Campus(es) offered | Hobart
Mode of delivery | Full time
Course duration | 1 years minimum (2 semesters) | 2 years maximum (4 semesters)
Majors and Specialisations | Hobart specialisations: specialisation possible in subjects
taught at year-4 level
Costs (course fees only – annual) | HECS: YES
Students enrolled in this course | Total students enrolled this year: 3
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