Bachelor of Psychological Science with Honours

Based on the page content, the featured student specialised in Astrophysics within her Bachelor of Science with Honours in Physics, studying every astrophysics unit available in her second and third years. The page does not detail specific specialisations for a Bachelor of Psychological Science with Honours.

The Honours thesis involves conducting original research in your chosen specialisation. For example, a physics student used the University of Tasmania's Greenhill Observatory — which houses 50cm and 1.3m optical telescopes north of Hobart — to study the close contact binary star system OY Carinae, investigating the timing fluctuations of the orbiting stars over a 35-year period.

Yes, the University of Tasmania provides research facilities for Honours students. For instance, physics Honours students have access to the Greenhill Observatory north of Hobart, which includes 50cm and 1.3m optical telescopes, enabling hands-on observational research in astrophysics.

According to the page, students receive strong support from mentors and teachers. One Honours student noted: 'I get such incredible support from my mentors and teachers,' and highlighted the enthusiasm of faculty as a key factor in her decision to continue in the department.

Yes, completing an Honours degree at UTas can lead to further postgraduate study. The page highlights a student who plans to continue researching her Honours thesis topic — the OY Carinae star system — as the subject of a future PhD within the University of Tasmania's physics department.