Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science Honours
2020
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
- 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.
International applications
English Language Requirements for International Students
For detail on English Language Entry Requirements please read the entry requirements provided for International students.
How to Apply
International applicants apply directly to CDU and should refer to the information provided for International future students Apply.
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This course is accredited by the University in accordance with the Higher Education Standards.
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Australian qualification framework
This course is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8.
Contact details
For further information about the course, enrolment procedures, closing dates and other administrative issues please contact Student Central on:
Course structure
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.
A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 80 credit points as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless indicated.
| Unit type | Credit Points | Specific requirements |
| Core Units (1 unit) |
10cp | Compulsory Core unit totalling 10 credit points as detailed below:
SID403 Research Skills |
| Research Units (2-6 units) |
60cp |
Research units totalling 60 credit points selected from the units listed below: SCI711 Honours Thesis #10 (10 credit points) (repeatable) |
| Specialist Electives (1 unit) |
10cp |
Specialist Elective unit totalling 10 credit points (at 400 or 500 level) selected from the units listed below: Environmental Sciences: Health and Clinical Sciences: Information Technology: |
| 80cp | Total Credit Points |
Students who commenced in or after 2013
The grade of "PC" cannot be counted towards a Bachelor of Honours AQF Level 8 course award.
Students should refer to the current Grading Policy and Common Course Rules for further information.
Study plan
Students Commencing in Semester 1
The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 1 and enrolling in a standard load.
Full-time Study Plan
| Legend: | CO = Core Unit | SE = Specialist Elective | R = Research |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Year 1 | |||
| SID403 Research Skills | CO | Specialist Elective (discipline specific research preparation unit) | SE |
| SCI713 Honours Thesis #30 (repeatable) (30cp) | R | SCI713 Honours Thesis #30 (repeatable) (30cp) | R |
Part-time Study Plan
| Legend: | CO = Core Unit | SE = Specialist Elective | R = Research |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Year 1 | |||
| SID403 Research Skills | CO | Specialist Elective (discipline specific research preparation unit) | SE |
| SCI711 Honours Thesis #10 (repeatable) (10cp) | R | SCI711 Honours Thesis #10 (repeatable) (10cp) | R |
| Year 2 | |||
| SCI712 Honours Thesis #20 (repeatable) (20cp) | R | SCI712 Honours Thesis #20 (repeatable) (20cp) | R |
Specialist Elective Availability by Discipline
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
| Environmental Science | |
| ENV511 Statistical Methods for Impact Analysis or Unit approved by the project supervisor and honours coordinator |
|
| Health and Clinical Science | |
|
PHM526 Research Design |
PHM524 Clinical Trials PHM527 Health Research Skills PHM553 Biostatistics PHM588 Qualitative Research Methods or Unit approved by the project supervisor and honours coordinator |
| Information Technology | |
| Unit approved by the project supervisor and honours coordinator | Unit approved by the project supervisor and honours coordinator |
or another unit approved by the project thesis supervisor and honours coordinator.
Students Commencing in Semester 2
The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 2 and enrolling in a standard load.
Full-time Study Plan
| Legend: | CO = Core Unit | SE = Specialist Elective | R = Research |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Year 1 | |||
| Specialist Elective (discipline specific research preparation unit) | SE | ||
| SCI713 Honours Thesis #30 (repeatable) (30cp) | R | ||
| Year 2 | |||
| SID403 Research Skills | CO | ||
| SCI713 Honours Thesis #30 (repeatable) (30cp) | R | ||
Part-time Study Plan
| Legend: | CO = Core Unit | SE = Specialist Elective | R = Research |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Calendar Year 1 | |||
| Specialist Elective (discipline specific research preparation unit) | SE | ||
| SCI711 Honours Thesis #10 (repeatable) (10cp) | R | ||
| Calendar Year 2 | |||
| SID403 Research Skills | CO | SCI712 Honours Thesis #20 (repeatable) (20cp) | R |
| SCI711 Honours Thesis #10 (repeatable) (10cp) | R | ||
| Calendar Year 3 | |||
| SCI712 Honours Thesis #20 (repeatable) (20cp) | R | ||
Specialist Elective Availability by Discipline
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
| Environmental Science | |
| ENV511 Statistical Methods for Impact Analysis or Unit approved by the project supervisor and honours coordinator |
|
| Health and Clinical Science | |
|
PHM526 Research Design |
PHM524 Clinical Trials PHM527 Health Research Skills PHM553 Biostatistics PHM588 Qualitative Research Methods or Unit approved by the project supervisor and honours coordinator |
| Information Technology | |
| Unit approved by the project supervisor and honours coordinator | Unit approved by the project supervisor and honours coordinator |
or another unit approved by the project thesis supervisor and honours coordinator.
Course fees
Commonwealth supported places
Commonwealth Supported places are available in this course to students who meet one of the following residency requirements:
(a) Australian Citizenship; or
(b) a New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident visa holder who will be resident within Australia for the duration of the unit.
2021: Information about fees and charges can be found at Fees and Payments.
International tuition fees
The annual course tuition fee for full time study of 80 credit points for commencing students in 2020 is AUD $32,336.00.
These fees are subject to annual increases each year of your study, effective at the start of each calendar year.
You can find a list of International fees and payments you can expect to pay as part of your studies in Australia.
CDU offers a number of scholarships to international students to assist with the cost of study.