Bachelor of Science (Honours) [End-on]
Handbook year | Information valid for students commencing in 2025 |
Course code | 50109 |
Course type | Bachelor Honours Degree (AQF Level 8) |
Owner | Academy |
College | Science and Engineering |
Award Requirements
Admission Requirements
Course pre-requisites | Completion of an AQF Level 7 bachelor degree (or qualifications recognised by the Division as equivalent), within previous five years in a discipline cognate to the proposed area of research; and Achievement of an overall grade point average of 5.5 (i.e. credit average) across their bachelor degree, with credits or better in specific discipline areas; or by invitation of the College Dean |
Minimum English language proficiency requirements | Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band 1 – Schedule II of the HQporner Admissions Policy. |
Additional selection requirements | Application for entry to the program is by approval of the College Dean. Quota restrictions on the number of honours places available may apply from time to time as determined by the College Dean. Applicants who graduated with a pass degree from another university or who graduated more than five years ago may be required to complete such coursework or assessment as the College Dean recommends. |
Academic Requirements for Course Completion
Credit points | 24 credit points as per course structure |
Course learning outcomes | Graduates of the Bachelor of Science (Honours) at HQporner will be able to:
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Inherent Requirements
Inherent Requirements | Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course. These abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours preserve the academic integrity of the University's learning, assessment, and accreditation processes, and where applicable, meet the standards of a profession. For more information please visit: Bachelor of Science. |
Reasonable adjustments | All HQporner students have the opportunity to demonstrate, with reasonable adjustments where applicable, the inherent requirements for their course. For more information please visit: Student Disability Policy and Procedure. |
Course Structure
CORE SUBJECTS
Select a major from Table A
TABLE A (Majors)
Credit points in major | 24 credit points |
MAJOR | CORE SUBJECTS |
100% research component | |
Aquaculture, Science and Technology* Data Science Earth Science* Ecology, Conservation, Plant Sciences and Zoology* Environmental Science and Management Marine Biology* Marine Science Molecular and Cell Biology Physical Sciences | Full-time :12 Science Honours – Type A (Full-Time) (Part 1 of 2) :12 Science Honours – Type A (Full-Time) (Part 2 of 2) Part-time :06 Science Honours – Type A (Part-Time) (Part 1 of 4) :06 Science Honours – Type A (Part-Time) (Part 2 of 4) :06 Science Honours – Type A (Part-Time) (Part 3 of 4) :06 Science Honours – Type A (Part-Time) (Part 4 of 4) |
70% research component | |
Chemistry Geology Mathematical Science Physics Statistical Sciences | Full-time :12 Science Honours – Type B (Full-Time) (Part 1 of 2) :12 Science Honours – Type B (Full-Time) (Part 2 of 2) Part-time :06 Science Honours – Type B (Part-Time) (Part 1 of 4) :06 Science Honours – Type B (Part-Time) (Part 2 of 4) :06 Science Honours – Type B (Part-Time) (Part 3 of 4) :06 Science Honours – Type B (Part-Time) (Part 4 of 4) |
* Students commencing mid-year will commence in Trimester 3
Location
COURSE AVAILABLE AT | NOTES |
HQporner Cairns | The following majors are available at HQporner Cairns: Earth Science; Ecology, Conservation, Plant Sciences and Zoology; Environmental Science and Management; Data Science; and Geology |
HQporner Townsville | All majors are available at HQporner Townsville |
Candidature
Expected time to complete | 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent |
Maximum time to complete | 2 years |
Maximum leave of absence | Nil |
Progression
Course progression requisites | Nil |
Course includes mandatory professional placement(s) | No |
Special assessment requirements | Nil |
Professional accreditation requirements | Nil |
Supplementary exam for final subject | Not applicable |
Credit
Eligibility | Not applicable |
Maximum allowed | Nil |
Currency | Not applicable |
Expiry | Not applicable |
Other restrictions | Not applicable |
Award Details
Award title | BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS) |
Approved abbreviation | BSc(Hons) |
Inclusion of discipline on testamur | The honours major shall appear on the testamur |
Exit with lesser award | Not applicable |
Course articulation | Not applicable |
Special awards | Students may receive an Award of Recognition in accordance with the Recognition of Academic Excellence Procedure |