Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Dean's Scholar)

Become an influential leader exploring the world of scientific discovery with an advanced degree that nurtures your passion for innovation. The Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Dean's Scholar) degree is for high-achieving students seeking a challenging but comprehensive education in science. As a Dean's Scholar you will be invited to participate in networking and mentoring opportunities, and you will undertake individual research subjects throughout your degree. All scientists, regardless of their area of expertise, are ignited by a shared passion for pursuing new knowledge and tackling some of the world's most complex challenges. Through this degree students will participate in research experiences and an embedded honours year, positioning you for a career in many industries, and with the skills to build a better future. Within this degree there are two major discipline areas to choose from: Cell and Molecular Biology and Chemistry. The flexible structure of this degree means you can tailor the course to your interests, enabling you to select additional majors or minors to gain extra expertise and explore your passions. We can help you build the degree that's right for you by providing career advice and guiding you through your study options to ensure you reach your career goals. You will participate in practical classes in our purpose-built Sciences Teaching Facility in the Science Precinct of the Wollongong campus or out in the field, ensuring that you have the skills and knowledge to meet the needs of tomorrow's employers. Built into the fourth year of the course, the honours aspect of your degree requires you to undertake a substantial piece of original scientific research and, in some cases, advanced coursework in your major discipline, developing essential research skills alongside critical and integrative thinking.