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Honours in Science and Technology (NPH001.1)
Please note these are the 2023 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
1.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Science and Technology | Academic Program Area - Science |
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| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
1.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Science and Technology | Academic Program Area - Science |
View teaching periods | 110305A |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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View requirements | ||
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
This course offers a single point of entry for students seeking an Honours by research qualification across a range of science and information technology disciplines. Students are provided with an exciting opportunity to gain practical hands-on skills and advanced training in research area of interest in close collaboration with an academic supervisor. After developing an understanding of the research methodology framework, students will develop in-depth critical thinking, data interpretation and project management skills while undertake independent research within a specified topic which will be peer reviewed in both a written (thesis) and oral (seminar) format. Whether you are considering a pathway to a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) candidature or seeking employment opportunities after graduation, the diverse and transferable skills obtained in this course set you up on a path for success with a competitive edge.
Professional accreditation
None.
A completed Bachelor degree in a science or technology discipline with a GPA of 5.0 or higher based on the second and third year level units within the Bachelor's degree.
Additional admission requirements
Additionally, students must demonstrate commitment from an appropriate staff member to act as their supervisor should their application for admission be successful.
Assumed knowledge
Students will have completed a Bachelors degree in a relevant area of study related to the research focus.
Periods course is open for new admissions
| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Domestic | International |
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| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 05 February 2024 | ||
| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 29 July 2024 | ||
| 2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 03 February 2025 | ||
| 2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 28 July 2025 | ||
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 02 February 2026 | ||
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 27 July 2026 |
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Honours in Science and Technology (NPH001) | 24 credit points
Note:
- - Students studying part time will enrol in 11876 multiple times throughout their course.
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
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Course duration
Standard 1 year full time or equivalent part time. Maximum duration is 4 years.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| Synthesise, design and apply specialist knowledge within the related field, to construct and defend a research proposal. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. |
| Independently source, review and critically evaluate literature and relevant theories within an identified research scope. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. |
| Critically reflect on the outcomes of the research process and the practical applications of the knowledge created. | UC graduates are professional: Communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; display initiative and drive, use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives. |
| Apply cognitive, technical, data analysis and project management skills appropriate to the research context to complete the research project. | UC graduates are professional: Communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload. UC graduates are global citizens: Communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. |
| Effectively communicate research findings and new knowledge, adaptable to a range of diverse contexts. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. |
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) | BIT (Hons) |
| Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Science | BSc(Hons) BiomedicalSc |
| Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Environmental Science | BSc(Hons) EnvSc |
| Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Forensic Science | BSc(Hons) ForSc |
| Bachelor of Science (Honours) | BSc (Hons) |
| Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) in Business Informatics | BIT(Hons) BusInformatics |
| Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) in Cyber Security | BIT(Hons) CyberSecurity |
| Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) in Data Science | BIT(Hons) DataSci |
| Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) in Software Engineering | BIT(Hons) SE |
Honours
While the course is named Honours in Science and Technology for admission purposes only, graduates exit with one of the following awards depending on the discipline in which the research is undertaken:
-Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Science
-Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Environmental Science
-Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Forensic Science
-Bachelor of Science (Honours) (including interdisciplinary research)
-Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) in Business Informatics
-Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) in Cyber Security
-Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) in Data Science
-Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) in Software Engineering
-Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) (including interdisciplinary research)
The award shall be classified as:
(a) First Class Honours: Student has achieved a course GPA greater than or equal to 6 and a mark of 80 % or more for their thesis;
(b) Second Class Honours, Division 1: Student has achieved a course GPA greater than or equal to 5 but less than 6, and a mark between 70 and 80 % for their thesis;
(c) Second Class Honours, Division 2: Student has achieved a course GPA greater than or equal to 4 but less than 5, and a mark between 60 and 70 % for their thesis; or
(d) Third Class Honours: Student has achieved a course GPA greater than or equal to 3 but less than 4, and a mark between 50 and 60 % for their thesis.
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
| Current and Commencing Students | Please contact the University Student Centre by Email student.centre@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1300 301 727 |
| Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
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