Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Palaeontology)

Bachelor (Honours)

Explore and interpret the history of life on Earth.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor (Honours)

Duration

4 years full-time

Course Code

224051, 098229B

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Mar, Jul

Domestic Fees

$9,100 per year

International Fees

$41,400 per year

About this course

Study Palaeontology at Flinders

Explore and interpret the history of life on Earth.

Focused on uncovering long-buried secrets that deepen our understanding of how life on Earth evolved, this degree provides you with in-depth knowledge and appreciation of the Australian fossil record in addition to a broad-based foundation in palaeontology and allied disciplines. You will also will develop a range of transferable research, analytical and communication skills.

Study locations

Bedford Park

Career pathways

Your career

This degree provides you with the tool-set necessary for palaeontological careers anywhere in the world, whether your interests include working in a museum, evolutionary studies, fieldwork, ecological/environmental research, teaching or science communication.

Potential occupations include:

collection manager (palaeontology)
resource information officer
technical officer
senior curator
scientific consultant.

Potential employers include:

universities (researcher/teacher)
museums (curator/collections manager)
science media agencies.

Flinders University