Course Overview

About This Course

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) is a one-year full-time honours degree offered at Swinburne University of Technology. To be eligible for admission, students must have completed a Bachelor degree (or an equivalent three-year undergraduate degree) with a relevant science major and must have at least a credit average in Science studies undertaken. Students who achieve at least two distinctions in relevant third-year units may also be considered. Agreement of a Project Supervisor for the Honours Research Project proposed is mandatory.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Successful completion of a 3 year Bachelor Degree (in a Science or cognate discipline) from an Australian higher education institution with a minimum 65% average.
Applicants are also required to gain prior agreement for the proposed honours research project from a project supervisor.
To be eligible for admission, students must have completed a Bachelor degree (or an equivalent three-year undergraduate degree) with a relevant science major and must have at least a credit average in Science studies undertaken.
Students who achieve at least two distinctions in relevant third-year units may also be considered.
Please note that offers made are limited by the number of places available, and preference is given to students who have completed their undergraduate degree at Swinburne.
Agreement of a Project Supervisor for the Honours Research Project proposed is mandatory.
English Language Requirements: IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0.
Swinburne's English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 70%, all skills 65% or above or equivalent measures.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates may pursue careers as Astrophysicists, Data Scientists, Environmental Policy Consultants, Science Communicators, Quality Control Specialists, and Risk Analysts. The course also serves as a stepping stone to a Master of Science (Research) or PhD, and opens doors to leadership roles in both academia and industry.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What undergraduate GPA or average do I need to apply for the Bachelor of Science (Honours)?

You need a minimum 65% average in a 3-year Bachelor Degree in a Science or cognate discipline from an Australian higher education institution. Students who achieve at least two distinctions in relevant third-year units may also be considered.

Do I need a project supervisor before applying?

Yes, agreement of a Project Supervisor for the Honours Research Project is mandatory before you can be admitted. You can browse the Bachelor of Science (Honours) project and supervisor list to find a suitable supervisor.

Is preference given to Swinburne graduates when applying for this honours course?

Yes, offers made are limited by the number of places available, and preference is given to students who have completed their undergraduate degree at Swinburne.

What are the English language requirements for this course?

You need to satisfy one of the following: an IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0, or Swinburne's English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with an overall score of 70% and all skills at 65% or above, or equivalent measures.

When can I start the Bachelor of Science (Honours) and where is it offered?

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) is offered at Swinburne's Hawthorn campus with intakes available in both Semester 1 and Semester 2. The course is one year full-time in duration.

Application

How to Apply

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