Bachelor of Science (Honours) majoring in Evolutionary Biology
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    Bachelor of Science (Honours) majoring in Evolutionary Biology

    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia
    Australia, Adelaide
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    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 38,094 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 5, 2026
    Bachelor of Science (Honours) majoring in Evolutionary Biology

    About

    Interested in tackling urgent global challenges, including food security, biodiversity conservation and sustainable living? See yourself working in exciting fields like biomedicine, forensic science or environmental management?

    Our Bachelor of Science (Honours) majoring in Evolutionary Biology may be the perfect fit for you.

    The first three years of this degree mirror those of our Bachelor of Science majoring in Evolutionary Biology. This four-year honours degree has been designed for those wishing to deepen their knowledge further by undertaking a major research or professional project.

    Alongside completing specialised courses specific to your Evolutionary Biology major, this degree allows you to collaborate with our world-leading academic staff on real-world projects, develop high-level research skills and graduate with an advanced qualification that’s highly valued by employers.

    Additionally, our Bachelor of Science (Honours) provides a pathway for entry into a research degree at either a Masters or Doctoral (PhD) level, through the supported development of an honours thesis in your final year.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    Secondary education (Year 12)

    • Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

    Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    • Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

    Higher education study

    • Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program in an undergraduate diploma (AQF level 5) or higher. This degree requires a Grade Point Average (GPA) equivalent to an Adelaide University 5.0 on a 7-point scale for entry.

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 6.5 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

    Career

    Career outcomes

    As a graduate of the Bachelor of Science (Honours) majoring in Evolutionary Biology, you’ll graduate prepared for a diverse range of career opportunities. Your scientific knowledge, approach to problem-solving and the advanced research skills developed during your honours year will give you a highly competitive skillset – making you an ideal candidate for positions in both traditional scientific fields and emerging interdisciplinary areas.

    You might become a molecular evolutionist, focusing on helping unravel the genetic secrets of viruses. Perhaps you’ll take up a role in a museum, assisting with the curation of fossil or insect exhibits. You could even apply your expertise as a conservation geneticist, designing strategies to manage and restore species on the brink of extinction.

    You could also be a:

    • Genetic counsellor
    • Climate adaptation strategist
    • Forensic DNA analyst
    • Biomedical research scientist
    • Environmental consultant
    • Evolutionary ecologist
    • Paleogeneticist
    • Public health adviser
    • Zoologist
    • Botanist
    • Science communicator.

    Industry trends

    Recent breakthroughs in DNA sequencing and computational biology have resulted in a vast increase in available genetic data. Evolutionary biologists with the ability to interpret this information are essential for uncovering patterns of genetic diversity, adaptation, and the evolutionary connections among species.

    With ongoing climate change, there is a growing demand for experts who can devise effective strategies to preserve and safeguard ecosystems. Our degree equips you with the knowledge and skills required to tackle these pressing issues and play a meaningful role in shaping the future of the field.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    38,094 / year(s)
    Bachelor of Science (Honours) majoring in Evolutionary Biology
    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide

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