Bachelor of Science Honours

    Bachelor of Science Honours

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 26,885 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 21, 2026

    Bachelor of Science Honours

    About

    This one-year honours course includes a major research project, advanced-level coursework and research skills training in a number of science disciplines, including:

    • environmental science
    • health and clinical science
    • information technology.

    Key areas you could base your research on include:

    • biology
    • ecology
    • hydrological science
    • spatial science
    • analytical chemistry and molecular modelling
    • exercise and sports science
    • medical laboratory science
    • pharmacy
    • information systems
    • mobile networking
    • software development.

    Honours qualifications prepare you for professional positions requiring higher-level project management, effective written and oral communication, analysis, and problem-solving and research skills. You are encouraged to pursue in-depth research under the guidance of experienced researchers and through targeted coursework and generic research skills training.

    Honours qualifications are also a pathway to further study in Master or PhD programs.



    Disciplines

    Faculty of Science and Technology

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    Admission criteria

    Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree or equivalent international qualification in a science, biomedical science, environment, health or information technology discipline with at least a credit average (GPA of 5.00).

    Students who do not meet the GPA requirement, but have a GPA of at least 4.0 will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

    Additional admission requirements

    Applicants must contact the Faculty of Science and Technology at [email protected] to discuss a potential project and supervision prior to submitting an application. In addition to a credit average (GPA of 5.00), you are required to have a project topic and project supervisor who has agreed to supervise your project before admission is approved.

    Essential requirements

    Criminal history check: The completion of a research project in some disciplines may require an Ochre Card or equivalent.

    English language requirements

    INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

    To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study.

    The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education from an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.

    CDU English for Academic Purposes 4 (ZEAP40)Successful completion of EAP004 English for Academic Purposes 4
    IELTS Academic ModuleA minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.
    Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)A minimum overall score of 176, with no skill below 169.
    Common European Framework Certificate of English ProficiencyA minimum overall grade of C1, valid for three years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU.
    Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic moduleA minimum overall score of 58 with no score lower than 50.
    TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT)A minimum overall score of 79 with a minimum writing score of 21.

    * All tests are valid for two years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, unless otherwise specified.
    * Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.

    Do you have a question regarding English requirements at CDU? Please email: [email protected].

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    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 50
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 60

    English Program Requirements

    INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

    To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study.

    The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education from an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.

    CDU English for Academic Purposes 4 (ZEAP40)Successful completion of EAP004 English for Academic Purposes 4
    IELTS Academic ModuleA minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.
    Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)A minimum overall score of 176, with no skill below 169.
    Common European Framework Certificate of English ProficiencyA minimum overall grade of C1, valid for three years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU.
    Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic moduleA minimum overall score of 58 with no score lower than 50.
    TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT)A minimum overall score of 79 with a minimum writing score of 21.

    * All tests are valid for two years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, unless otherwise specified.
    * Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.

    Do you have a question regarding English requirements at CDU? Please email: [email protected].

    Career

    Career opportunities

    Graduating from this course may lead to career opportunities in the industry, government, private and the community sector as a biologist, ecologist, spatial scientist, biomedical scientist, chemist, consultant, laboratory assistant, academic, project manager or advisor.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    26,885 / year

    Bachelor of Science Honours

    Charles Darwin University

    Charles Darwin University

    Australia

    Australia, Darwin