S4E Bachelor of Science with Honours as at 14th May, 2002
Bachelor of Science with Honours
Abbreviation: BSc(Hons)
Course code: S4E
Course contact (faculty or school) (03) 6226 2125
Introductory comments
This 1 year full-time, 2 year part-time (maximum) course is available at Hobart and,
subject to available supervision, at Launceston. Note that part-time studies are available in
some Schools.
Admission & prerequisites
Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent with prerequisites in the field of study.
Admission is subject to appropriate supervision being available.
Graduates from other universities with prerequisites acceptable to the Faculty may be
accepted as candidates for the Bachelor of Science with Honours degree.
Course objectives
The course aims to provide:
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advanced training in the major area of the student’s pass degree,
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opportunity for training in research, to prepare candidates for further research
study, eg MSc and PhD programs and employment in research organisations, and
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in-depth knowledge in a single area of science.
Career outcomes
Honours graduates are highly competitive for professional careers in their area of
specialisation. Employment opportunities also exist in more general areas as detailed in
the following discipline entries:
Biochemistry on page C-xx
Chemistry on page C-xx
Computing on page C-xx
Geography and Environmental Studies on page C-xx
Geology on page C-xx
Mathematics on page C-xx
Microbiology/Immunology on page C-xx
Plant Science on page C-xx
Physics on page C-xx
Psychology on page C-xx
Zoology on page C-xx
Professional recognition
Graduates of the BSc(Hons) are eligible for membership of a number of professional
organisations. Specific details are provided under individual discipline entries in the
Handbook.
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Course structure
Each candidate will conduct research and write a thesis. In addition, candidates MAY BE
required to study and pass one or more advanced level units and undertake other
activities which may include the preparation of literature reviews, essays and grant
applications and the presentation of seminars. Students should refer to the School entries
in the ‘Unit details’ section for more information.
Honours candidates are accepted in:
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Biochemistry
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Botany
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Chemistry
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Computer Science
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Economic Geology[a]
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Forest Ecology[a]
Genetics
Geochemistry
Geography and Environmental Studies
Geology
Geophysics
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Marine, Freshwater and Antarctic Biology[a]
Mathematics
Microbiology
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Natural Environment and Wilderness Management[a]
Pathological sciences
Physics
Physiology
Psychology
Zoology
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These honours have a prerequisite of three years in special BSc programs. Students enrol in a separate
course, each with its own course code which differs from the BSc(Hons).
Note: The following information is NOT included in the printed edition of the Course and
Unit Handbook
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 | Part time
Course duration | 1 years minimum (2 semesters) | 2 years maximum (4 semesters)
Costs (course fees only – annual) | HECS: YES | International students: $13,500
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Students enrolled in this course | Total students enrolled last year: 98 | Total students
enrolled this year: 101 | International students this year: 1
Approximate student-staff contact hours | varies according to discipline 26 weeks
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