科廷科技大學(xué)

This honours program enables you to build on the knowledge obtained in your undergraduate science degree and focus on one of the following areas of study: Chemistry, Computing, Environment and Agriculture, Geographic Information Science, Geology, Geophysics, Mathematics or Physics.

As well as studying units in your chosen discipline, you will examine academic research methodology and enhance your analytical skills and innovative ideas. You will also complete a supervised research project and present an honours dissertation.

What you'll learn

understand scientific principles, concepts and method and apply these in the context of their chosen area of study
think critically, creatively and reflectively to generate innovative scientific solutions to their chosen area of study through research
appreciate and competently use information technology and a variety of tools to retrieve manipulate transform and present data and information
communicate effectively through the written word and by oral presentation within the ethical and professional framework of their chosen area of study
use established and emerging technologies in their chosen field and apply them within the context of their profession
appreciate the importance of continuous education and training within their chosen field and take control of their own learning and development
appreciate that Science is an international discipline with varying perspectives as will be demonstrated in the diversity of opinion identified while undertaking research
understand the global and cultural issues within their chosen area of study and how these impact on the practice of their profession
be able to work as an independent scientist and within teams either as a professional leader or collaborator using effective problem solving and decision making skills within the professional context of their area of study

Why study

This honours course may enhance career opportunities in your chosen science area of interest, and give you valuable education in analytical skills, research methods and technologies.
You may continue your studies by undertaking a postgraduate research degree in your chosen area of study.
You will have access to modern laboratories and internationally recognised research scientists.

Career information

Career opportunities can be sought across the broad spectrum of scientific research, government, industry and academia depending on your choice of subject.
This extra year at honours level is highly regarded by employers.
Honours provides a pathway to further research and entry to a postgraduate degree in your chosen area of specialisation.