Bachelor of Science (Honours)

Fast facts

Course type:	Undergraduate / Honours
Course length (full-time equivalent):	4 years
Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER):	95
Location:	On campus

Course overview

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) is a 4 year Honours degree that provides an enhanced program of studies for students of exceptional academic ability.

It is unique in offering students opportunities to extend their study of science and embark upon research from their very 1st year through research training and project work. 

There is great flexibility in the program, allowing you to follow your interests without being confined by traditional boundaries.

You can choose to complete either:

• 2 major sequences
• 1 major, 1 minor sequence and electives
• an extended major and electives. 

We offer options in the traditional core sciences such as Chemistry, Physics, Biological Sciences and Mathematics, and options as diverse as Bioinformatics and Ocean and Climate Sciences.

In your Honours year you will undertake specialised courses and an individually supervised research project. You will present the results of their research in a thesis and a seminar. 

As well as understanding science, you will learn to appreciate its role in society and will develop crucial generic skills in problem solving, communication, teamwork and computing.

Extended Majors

• Bioinformatics
• Biological Chemistry
• Biological Sciences
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Mathematics
• Physics

Majors 

• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Ecology, Behaviour and Evolution
• Environmental Hydrology and Water Resources
• Mathematics (A major in Mathematics can only be taken as a second major in this degree )
• Microbiology
• Molecular Biology
• Ocean and Climate Sciences
• Physics

Minors 

• Biological Sciences
• Botany
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Environmental Hydrology and Water Resources
• Informatics
• Mathematics
• Microbiology
• Physics
• Zoology

What will I study? 

Refer to the program of study.

Why study Science (Honours) An enhanced program for high achievers at Flinders?

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) an enhanced program for high achievers at Flinders:

• provides opportunities to: undertake scientific research from the 1st Year, undertake inquiry-based learning and extended science studies and study with other high achieving students

• combines the technical knowledge and practical training specific to a chosen area of science specialisation with research training and opportunities to join established research teams. Student will be able to work on research projects alongside research staff, Honours and PhD students.
  

• provides the strongest possible foundation for a science-based career. Our graduates will be equipped not just to find their first job in their chosen field, but to explore new options in later years as science - and their own interests - change and develop; and
  

• provides students with a broad range of workplace skills such as problem solving, critical analysis, written and oral presentation, teamwork and computing.

Combined degree options

Combine with	Duration
Bachelor of Innovation and Enterprise (Science and Technology)	5 years

Refer to Science and Technology combined degrees for further information.

Career opportunities

What can I do with my Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree?  

Study a language

Flinders also offers all students the opportunity to major in a language in conjunction with any undergraduate course. The Diploma in Language is designed to provide students with competence in a chosen language additional portability to their qualifications. You will complete a total of 1 extra year of study and graduate with both your chosen degree and the Diploma in Language. You can apply for this at time of enrolment.

Entry requirements

Domestic students		International students
Prerequisites:	At least three of Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematical Studies, Physics, Specialist Mathematics	Prerequisites:	At least three of Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematical Studies, Physics, Specialist Mathematics
You can qualify for undergraduate courses through: year 12 qualifications mature age entry (STAT) TAFE/VET qualifications higher education transfers. Flinders also offers a range of special access schemes. Refer to undergraduate study applications.		English language requirements

Science and Maths bonus points 

Science and Maths bonus points will be allocated to students studying selected Science and Mathematics subjects in Year 12 who apply for entry to a Science and Engineering degree at Flinders. For more information refer to Science and Maths bonus points

Applications

Domestic students		International students
SATAC code:	214721	CRICOS code:	061666G
Mid-year entry:	Yes	Mid-year entry:	Yes
Apply through:	SATAC Uniweb	Apply through:	International Office

Credit transfer

Refer to credit transfer for further information. 

Annual fees

Place type	Domestic students	International students
Commonwealth supported - Student contribution amount	$4,282	N/A
Full fee paying	N/A	$19,300

Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. Further information:  How are these fees calculated?

Related courses

• Bachelor of Science

Further study options

• Master of Science (Research)
• Phd (Research)
  

Publications

Domestic students		International students
Science (Honours) (PDF 1MB)		2008-2009 Undergraduate International Prospectus (PDF 2MB)

Contact

Faculty of Science and Engineering
Hotline: 1800 803 131 (local call cost)
Email: soak.up.science@flinders.edu.au

General domestic students information

Web: Prospective students

Enquiries: Admissions/Prospective Students Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel (08) 8201 3074 or 1300 657 671 (local call cost)
Fax (08) 8201 2580
Email: admissions@flinders.edu.au

General international students information

Web: International students

Enquiries: Ask Flinders