Overview

Discover the world of science research with Swinburne's Science Honours Course. You will have the opportunity to learn valuable research skills and advanced theory. You’ll then engage in professional training and a research project that leads to your own thesis.

This degree will provide you with valuable industry experience and pave the way for your PhD. 

View the Bachelor of Science (Honours) course handbook
Is your course available for Midyear entry?

Starting midyear means getting your study goals under way before the year is over. Semester 2 begins Monday 29 July, 2024.

Your industry experience

Build up your CV with real industry experience while you study through our Work Integrated Learning programs, which are a guaranteed part of all our bachelor degrees and can include placements, internships or industry-linked projects. In this degree, you'll apply your learning in three professionally focused, industry-linked projects.

Skills you’ll learn

  • Conducting laboratory experiments
  • Critical data analysis
  • Problem solving
  • Researching and gathering information
  • Report writing skills
  • Teamwork

Your career opportunities

  • Forensic scientist
  • Sustainability analyst
  • Meteorologist and climate modeller
  • Pathologist
  • Astrophysicist

Key codes

CRICOS course code
073629C
International student visa

International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.

Why Swinburne?

Top 200 for Physics

Times Higher Education World University Ranking by Subject 2023

Top 200 for Physical Science

ARWU Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2022

Ranked Top 200 – Physics and Astronomy

QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023
  • "As part of my degree I worked at Defence Science and Technology Group (DST Group) for a year, which changed how I view science and taught me to view things from different perspectives."

    Tim , Bachelor of Science

Qualifications

To be eligible for admission to the Bachelor of Science (Honours) course, students must have completed a Bachelor degree (or an equivalent three-year undergraduate degree) with a relevant science major and must have at least a credit average in Science studies undertaken. Students who achieve at least two distinctions in relevant third-year units may also be considered.

Please note that offers made are limited by the number of places available, and preference is given to students who have completed their undergraduate degree at Swinburne. Agreement of a Project Supervisor for the Honours Research Project proposed is mandatory.

To be eligible for admission to the Bachelor of Science (Honours) course, students must have completed a Bachelor degree (or an equivalent three-year undergraduate degree) with a relevant science major and must have at least a credit average in Science studies undertaken. Students who achieve at least two distinctions in relevant third-year units may also be considered.

Please note that offers made are limited by the number of places available, and preference is given to students who have completed their undergraduate degree at Swinburne. Agreement of a Project Supervisor for the Honours Research Project proposed is mandatory.

Admission requirements

Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. See admission requirements for general information about the admission process.

English language requirements

Demonstrate English proficiency with one of the following:

Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?

A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) can now be done at our Hawthorn campus.

Book your Pearson Test of English

Credit transfer

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Learn more about credit

Recognition of prior learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Learn more about RPL

Finding your fit

At Swinburne, we recognise that not one size fits all. If this course doesn’t meet all your study criteria, check out these alternatives.

How credit points work

Successful completion of the Bachelor of Science (Honours) requires students to complete units of study to the value of 100 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.

5
Major units
=
Honours degree

Your units

Select one specialisation from the following options.

Units of study Unit code
Honours Lectures Part A
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
BCH40002
Honours Lectures Part B
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
BCH40003
Honours Project A
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
NPS40007
Honours Project C
Major unit, 50.0 credit points
NPS40009
Research and Professional Skills
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
NPS40010
Units of study Unit code
Honours Lectures Part A
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
BCH40002
Honours Lectures Part B
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
BCH40003
Honours Project A
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
NPS40007
Honours Project C
Major unit, 50.0 credit points
NPS40009
Research and Professional Skills
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
NPS40010
Units of study Unit code
Chemistry Honours Lectures Part A
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
CHE40003
Chemistry Honours Lectures Part B
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
CHE40004
Honours Project A
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
NPS40007
Honours Project C
Major unit, 50.0 credit points
NPS40009
Research and Professional Skills
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
NPS40010
Units of study Unit code
Chemistry Honours Lectures Part A
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
CHE40003
Chemistry Honours Lectures Part B
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
CHE40004
Honours Project A
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
NPS40007
Honours Project C
Major unit, 50.0 credit points
NPS40009
Research and Professional Skills
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
NPS40010
Units of study Unit code
Honours Project B
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
NPS40008
Honours Project C
Major unit, 50.0 credit points
NPS40009
Physics Honours Lectures
Major unit, 25.0 credit points
PHY40009
Physics Honours Advanced Lectures
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
PHY40010

2024 fees

Yearly fee* ($AUD)

$8,948

Total fee* ($AUD)

$8,948

2024 fees

Yearly fee* ($AUD)

$40,740.00

Fees are estimates only

The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. These fees apply to 2024 unit enrolments for HE Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) and Undergraduate Full Fee Paying (FFP) only and may change for units studied in future years. If part-time study is permitted, annual fees will be proportionally lower based on the number of units taken per semester.

Fees are estimates only

The indicative course fees shown apply to international students for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. International tuition fees are generally inclusive of Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF). All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.

How do I pay my fees?

HECS-HELP is a loan and discount scheme available to you if you are eligible and enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place. A HECS-HELP loan can cover all or part of your contribution amount. You can also choose to pay your fees up front. 

Find out more about fees

International students need to pay tuition fees up-front by the relevant due date. You can find the due dates on your Statement of Account.

To pay your fees:

  • log in to My Financials
  • check your Australian bank account details are correct 
  • check your Statement of Account to see how much you owe 
  • pay using your preferred payment method.
Learn more about paying your fees

Eligibility for HECS-HELP

You are eligible for a HECS-HELP loan if you have been offered a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) for an undergraduate degree at Swinburne or a UniLink course, and you:

  • are an Australian citizen and doing at least one unit of your course in Australia; or
  • hold a permanent humanitarian visa and will be living in Australia for the duration of your course; or
  • hold a New Zealand Special Category visa and meet the special eligibility requirements for New Zealand citizens.

Learn more about HECS-HELP

Student services and amenities fee

This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.

The fee shown in the capped amount for 2024.

This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.

This amenities fee is included within your annual tuition fee listed above. The fee shown in the capped amount for 2024.

Please refer to the Student Services Amenities Fee page for more information.

SSAF fee* ($AUD)

$351.00

SSAF fee* ($AUD)

$351.00

Learn more about SSAF

Scholarships

Scholarship applications for 2024 are open. Scholarships at Swinburne are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. We want you to reach your potential and achieve your life and career goals. 

Our handy guide will assist you to gather documents for your application.

Learn more about scholarships

When you apply for a Swinburne course, we automatically consider you for an international scholarship of up to 20 per cent off your course fees – no separate application required! Just apply for your Swinburne course of choice and when we review your course application, we will also assess you for an international scholarship.

Learn more about scholarships

Apply through an agent

Most international students use an education agent to help them through the application process. Swinburne has agents all over the world that can help you with your application to study. Search for a Swinburne representative in your country. If your country is not listed, please contact us.

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Ready to take on a new challenge and reach your academic goals? If you already know which course you want to study and understand the entry requirements, what are you waiting for? Apply online! 

Intake closing date

It is recommended applicants apply a minimum of one month prior to start of semester. Students will need to confirm supervisor and project as part of the Entry Requirements to this program.

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BH-SC
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BH-SC
CRICOS code
073629C
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