Bachelor of Animal and Veterinary Bioscience (Honours)

To be eligible, students must have completed the requirements of the 3-year Bachelor of Animal and Veterinary Bioscience specialist degree (or equivalent degree) and meet the progression requirements for Honours set by the faculty.

The Honours program requires completion of 12 credit points of Honours core coursework units, 12 credit points of selective coursework, and 24 credit points of Honours research project units. Students must complete a piece of research and present their results in some combination of a written report or thesis, a presentation, and/or an oral examination.

Students are encouraged to commence the application process in their final year of the Bachelor of Animal and Veterinary Bioscience or equivalent degree. Standard closing dates are 15 January of the commencing year for Semester 1 entry and 25 June of the commencing year for Semester 2 entry. Separate deadlines apply for scholarship applications.

Yes, you may need to arrange a supervisor before you apply. It is best to find a supervisor with experience in your topic area, and you should provide evidence of their support with your application. You can contact the honours coordinator in the relevant faculty or school for information about honours projects and potential supervisors.

Part-time study is permitted for eligible students, excluding student visa holders, if approved by the faculty.