Bachelor of Science (Honours)

Monash University

CRICOS Institution Code 00008C

Duration

52 weeks

Delivery

On-campus

Study Load

Full time

Intakes

Semester one (February), Semester two (July)

Course Overview

About This Course

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) at Monash University is a one-year honours-level undergraduate degree in the field of Natural and Physical Sciences. Offered at the Clayton campus in Victoria, this program provides advanced study and research training for students building on a completed Bachelor of Science.

This degree aims to provide students with a higher level of experience in independent analysis and research in their chosen field of expertise. This experience has vocational aims, but also provides a preparation for study by coursework and/or research for the higher degrees of Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy. The Clayton honours course is available in most of the science areas of study offered in the Bachelor of Science pass degree at the Clayton campus.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

381 Royal Pde, Parkville, VIC 3052

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Academic: successful completion of an Australian Bachelor of Science (or equivalent) with at least a distinction average (70%) in 24 points of level three units (or equivalent) in the intended honours discipline, completed within the last five years.
Double degree students may be eligible to enrol once they have completed 144 points of study, including all requirements for the Bachelor of Science component.
English language requirement (Level A): IELTS (Academic) overall score 6.5, with minimum band scores of 6.0 in each of Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking (or equivalent approved English test scores); the Monash English Bridging Program is also accepted.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Provides a higher level of independent analysis and research experience with vocational aims. - Serves as preparation for further study by coursework and/or research through the Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy. -Department of Sustainability and the Environment. - the defence forces. - road and water authorities. - Museums, local councils, education and the health sector.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units25 units

ANDEVBIO04

Anatomy and developmental biology

ASTROPHY04

Astrophysics

ATMOSCI04

Atmospheric science

BIOCHEM04

Biochemistry

CHEMSTRY04

Chemistry

COMPUSC04

Computational science

EARTHSC04

Earth Science

ECOLOGY04

Ecology and conservation biology

GENEGENO04

Genetics and genomics

GEOGSCI04

Geographical science

HUMPATH04

Human pathology

IMMUNOL04

Immunology

MTHSTAT04

Mathematics and statistics

MICROBIO04

Microbiology

PHARMAC04

Pharmacology

PHYSICS04

Physics

PHYSIOL04

Physiology

PLNTSCI04

Plant sciences

REGENMED04

Regenerative medicine

ZOOLOGY04

Zoology

BIOTECH04

Biotechnology

MEDBIOSC04

Medical bioscience

FOODSCI04

Food science and technology

MMEDCHEM04

Medicinal chemistry

TRENVBIO04

Tropical environmental biology

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Bachelor of Science (Honours) take to complete?

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) at Monash University has a duration of 52 weeks (approximately one year).

What is the tuition fee for the Bachelor of Science (Honours) at Monash University?

The estimated total course cost for the Bachelor of Science (Honours) is AU$56,600, which covers tuition fees. There are no additional non-tuition fees listed.

Where is the Bachelor of Science (Honours) taught?

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) is delivered at Monash University's Clayton campus, located on Wellington Road, Clayton, Victoria 3800.

What field of education does this honours degree fall under?

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) falls under the broad field of Natural and Physical Sciences (Field of Education code 01), with the narrow field also classified as Natural and Physical Sciences (0100).

How can I contact Monash University for more information about this course?

You can contact Monash University's International Admissions team by email at study@monash.edu or by phone at +61 3 9903 4788. The university's website is www.monash.edu.au.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 02

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Step 03

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$58,000 – $75,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$75,000 – $95,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$95,000 – $120,000/yr

Career Paths

Environmental Scientist
Laboratory Scientist / Medical Scientist
Research Scientist
Ecologist
Microbiologist

Key Skills

Scientific reasoning and critical thinking
Laboratory techniques and safety protocols
Data collection, analysis, and statistical interpretation
Scientific writing and research report preparation
Fieldwork and environmental sampling methods

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