Course code: 0051 + Clayton
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree aims to provide students with a higher level of experience in independent analysis and research in their chosen area of expertise. This experience has vocational aims but also provides a preparation for study by coursework and/or research for the higher degrees of Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy.
The honours course is available in most of the science areas of study listed
in this handbook. In special circumstances, the dean, acting on the
recommendation of the heads of schools, may approve candidature embracing more
than one discipline. Students who have successfully qualified for the BSc pass
degree may apply to enter. Students in science double degrees must have
completed at least 144 points of their studies in that course, including all of
the double-degree science requirements, before they may apply for entry to
honours.
To be eligible for entry into the honours year, students should obtain a
distinction grade average (70 per cent) or above in 24 points of studies in
relevant units at level three. These 24 points of studies will normally include
at least 18 points of units in the area of study in which they wish to
undertake honours. Students who have obtained an average of 65 to 69 per cent
in their main third-year sequence may also be eligible for consideration if
they have also obtained an average of at least 65 per cent in their remaining
level-three units and the relevant head of school supports their
application.
Schools are able to cater substantially for the interests of individual
students, although there may be compulsory elements to be completed by all
students in some areas of study. The relevant regulation simply states that the
work to be completed by a candidate will be as prescribed by the relevant head
of school. The course is normally completed in one year of full-time study -
part-time study is also available in some areas of study.
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