S4C Bachelor of Applied Science with Honours as at 14th May, 2002
Bachelor of Applied Science with Honours
Abbreviation: BAppSc(Hons)
Course code: S4C
Course contact (faculty or school) (03) 6324 3863
Introductory comments
This 1-year full-time or 2-year part-time course is offered by the Faculty of Science and
Engineering at Launceston.
Admission & prerequisites
A candidate for the degree of BAppSc(Hons) requires approval of Faculty. Except with the
permission of Faculty, candidates shall have qualified for admission to the degree of
BAppSc at this University or an equivalent qualification in which the specialisation
prerequisites have been completed and approved by Faculty for this purpose.
Specialisation prerequisites are credit level or better in the final three semesters of study.
Course objectives
To provide advanced knowledge and training in a single area of applied science and
training in research to prepare candidates for advanced research programs and/or
employment in research organisations.
Career outcomes
A Bachelor of Applied Science with Honours provides the opportunity to consolidate
skills and knowledge acquired in the BAppSc course. The Honours program provides
practical research training through a specialised project which facilitates the design and
conduct of future investigations in the student’s chosen field of study. Graduates could
expect to obtain employment in the same areas as those graduating with BAppSc but
could expect to move into research based positions. The honours course also enables
graduates to move into higher degrees by research.
Course structure
Each candidate will undertake coursework as prescribed, conduct research, and write a
thesis.
Fields of Study
Subject to staff supervision being available, candidates may be accepted in:
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Applied Biology
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Chemistry
Geography
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Physical Sciences
Articulation
Graduates from other institutions with degrees acceptable to the Faculty may be accepted
into one of these fields of study.
The BAppSc(Hons) leads on to research higher degrees.
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Note: The following information is NOT included in the printed edition of the Course and
Unit Handbook
Contact
ph 6324 3863 fax 6226 7809
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 | Schools of
Chemistry, Geography and Environmental Studies, Mathematics and Physics
Campus(es) offered | Launceston
Mode of delivery | Full time | Part time
Course duration | 1 years minimum (2 semesters) | 2 years maximum (4 semesters)
Majors and Specialisations | Launceston majors: applied biology, chemistry, geography,
physical sciences
Costs (course fees only – annual) | HECS: YES
Students enrolled in this course | Total students enrolled last year: 29
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