Bachelor of Science (Honours) (BSc(Hons))
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Semester 2 (26 Jul, 2010)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
16
Program code
2031
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
BSc (or equivalent) with an overall GPA of 4 and a GPA of at least 4.5 over #8 of late year courses from Part A of the BSc List relevant to the chosen field.
Additional application information
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) commences three weeks prior to the start of semester one in the standard academic calendar (i.e., early February). For semester two, the Bachelor of Science (Honours) commences at the start of the standard academic calendar (i.e., end of July).
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Faculty of Science.
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
How to applyEnquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Science
Email: science.enquiries@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 1888
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Semester 2 (26 Jul, 2010)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
16
Program code
2031
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
BSc (or equivalent) with an overall GPA of 4 and a GPA of at least 4.5 over #8 of late year courses from Part A of the BSc List relevant to the chosen field.
CRICOS Code: 001961J
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
view the English proficiency policy.Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelor of Science (Honours)?
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) program provides students with the opportunity to pursue an independent research project in an area of interest under the supervision of an academic staff member. Students will acquire skills which will enable them to work without close supervision in a research environment in industry or government, or to proceed to a research higher degree.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Science (Honours).
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
- Anatomy Field of Study
- Biochemistry Field of Study
- Biological Chemistry Field of Study
- Biomedical Science Field of Study
- Biophysics Field of Study
- Biotechnology Field of Study
- Botany Field of Study
- Chemistry Field of Study
- Computational Biology Field of Study
- Computer Science Field of Study
- Developmental Biology Field of Study
- Drug Design and Development Field of Study
- Earth Science Field of Study
- Ecology Field of Study
- Entomology Field of Study
- Environmental Science Field of Study
- Evolutionary Biology Field of Study
- Exploration Geophysics Field of Study
- Genetics Field of Study
- Geographical Sciences Field of Study
- Geology Field of Study
- Human Movement Science Field of Study
- Human Movement Science/Psychology Field of Study
- Marine Biology Field of Study
- Marine Studies Field of Study
- Mathematics Field of Study
- Metallurgy Field of Study
- Microbiology Field of Study
- Molecular Cell Biology Field of Study
- Nanotechnology Field of Study
- Neuroscience Field of Study
- Parasitology Field of Study
- Pharmacology Field of Study
- Physics Field of Study
- Physiology Field of Study
- Psychology Field of Study
- Statistics Field of Study
- Toxicology Field of Study
- Tropical Marine Science Field of Study
- Wildlife Biology Field of Study
- Zoology Field of Study
Honours
Honours is awarded based on the weighted percentage over the year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
BSc (or equivalent) with an overall GPA of 4 and a GPA of at least 4.5 over #8 of late year courses from Part A of the BSc List relevant to the chosen field.
Additional application information
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) commences three weeks prior to the start of semester one in the standard academic calendar (i.e., early February). For semester two, the Bachelor of Science (Honours) commences at the start of the standard academic calendar (i.e., end of July).
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
BSc (or equivalent) with an overall GPA of 4 and a GPA of at least 4.5 over #8 of late year courses from Part A of the BSc List relevant to the chosen field.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 001961J
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Courses that include a field trip component may incur additional costs to cover transport, accommodation and food.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Careers
Information on employment opportunities is available in the Science Prospectus.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Australian Institute of Geoscientists
- Australian Psychological Society
- Psychologists Board of Queensland
Program rules for the Bachelor of Science (Honours)
To complete the Bachelor of Science (Honours)
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of Science (Honours), a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #16 from their chosen field in Part H of the BSc List. The program must include the submission of a report on a project approved by the Head of School or Honours Coordinator. Refer to BSc rules for further information.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
