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Charles Darwin University (CDU)

  • 20% international / 80% domestic

Bachelor of Science Honours

  • Bachelor (Honours)

This one-year honours course includes a major research project, advanced-level coursework and research skills training in a number of science disciplines, including: environmental sciencehealth and clinical scienceinformation technology.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor (Honours)
Duration
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Course Code
VSCIH1
Study Mode
Online, In person

About this course

This one-year honours course includes a major research project, advanced-level coursework and research skills training in a number of science disciplines, including:

  • environmental science
  • health and clinical science
  • information technology.

Key areas you could base your research on include:

  • biology
  • ecology
  • hydrological science
  • spatial science
  • analytical chemistry and molecular modelling
  • exercise and sports science
  • medical laboratory science
  • pharmacy
  • information systems
  • mobile networking
  • software development.

Honours qualifications prepare you for professional positions requiring higher-level project management, effective written and oral communication, analysis, and problem-solving and research skills. You are encouraged to pursue in-depth research under the guidance of experienced researchers and through targeted coursework and generic research skills training.

Honours qualifications are also a pathway to further study in Master or PhD programs.




Entry requirements

Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree or equivalent international qualification in a science, biomedical science, environment, health or information technology discipline with at least a credit average (GPA of 5.00).

Students who do not meet the GPA requirement, but have a GPA of at least 4.0 will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Study locations

Casuarina

Casuarina

Alice Springs

Alice Springs

Online

What you will learn

The Bachelor of Science Honours consists of a major research project, a research skills unit, and elective coursework units relevant to the discipline and training activities (hurdle assessments) individually selected to meet your specific needs.

Career pathways

Graduating from this course may lead to career opportunities in the industry, government, private and the community sector as a biologist, ecologist, spatial scientist, biomedical scientist, chemist, consultant, laboratory assistant, academic, project manager or advisor.