Bachelor of Science (Applied Sciences) (Honours)
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Quick facts
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Entry score
Not applicable
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Duration
Full-time 1 year, Part-time 2 years
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Location
Melbourne city campus
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Fees
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Next intake
February, July
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Entry score
6.5 IELTS
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Duration
Full-time 1 year
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Location
Melbourne city campus
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Fees
$AU32,640 (2018 annual)
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Next intake
February, July
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Overview
This program will provide you with foundation research skills that will underpin your future career as a scientist or researcher in the applied sciences.
Specifically, you will develop:
- communication skills
- critical thinking capability
- advanced knowledge within your chosen discipline
- knowledge of research theory and practical methods
- research independence and capacity for self-directed learning
Research experience gained as part of this honours program is required for most academic and research positions, and increasingly for positions in other sectors of industry.
In consultation with the program coordinator and your potential supervisor, you will be allocated a project that aims to develop your skills to an advanced level in your area of interest.
Honours projects
The projects are developed specifically for honours students and may be a preliminary exploration, a smaller component of a bigger research project or may also be part of an existing or new collaboration with industry. All projects draw from the wide range of disciplines taught across RMIT's science programs. Many projects involve substantial cross-disciplinary work.
Discipline areas include:
- analytical chemistry
- biology
- biotechnology
- chemistry
- condensed matter physics
- environmental science
- food science and technology
- geophysics
- Inorganic and industrial chemistry
- medical physics
- microbiology
- nanotechnology/nanomaterials
- optics
- organic chemistry
A list of current projects is available from the Honours Coordinator.
Research community
This undergraduate degree is closely aligned with RMIT's research community. Depending on your project, you will work with a supervisor actively involved in one of RMIT's research centres or groups, including:
- Centre for Molecular and Nanoscale Physics
- ARC Centre of Excellence for Nanoscale BioPhotonics
- Water: Effective Technologies and Tools (WETT) Research Centre
- Centre for Advanced Materials and Industrial Chemistry
You may also have the opportunity to use RMIT's extensive scientific facilities and to work collaboratively with professional technicians and facility staff, including:
Details
Honours students complete advanced coursework and an individual research project with the guidance of a supervisor.
You will undertake a series of coursework modules to develop advanced knowledge in your discipline, skills in research methods and practice and in consultation with your supervisor you will develop your research plan.
You will conduct your research as prescribed in your plan, and document your findings in a thesis and in an oral presentation to an audience consisting of peers and academics.
Honours supervisors are connected to industry through RMIT’s many programs, research centres and groups.
Some honours research projects are part of larger industry collaborations.
The program consists of 96 credit points.
It blends coursework and research, with introductory courses for research methodology and individual projects leading to a thesis.
Choose a program structure
| Title | Location | Duration | Plan code | CRICOS | ||
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| Bachelor of Science (Applied Sciences) (Honours) | City Campus |
1 year full time
2 years part time
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1 year full time
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BH012P10 | 068390G |
Choose a program structure
Program code: BH012
Career
This pathway builds a solid foundation for a future career in scientific research.
Graduates of this honours program frequently advance to a Masters or PhD program and undertake further research in their particular area of interest.
Alternatively, honours graduates seek employment in industry and government as research assistants, advisors, and scientists.
Professional recognition and accreditation
On successful completion of the program, you may be eligible to join a number of Australian scientific professional societies. Your program coordinator can provide further advice. Professional societies may include:
Admissions
An Australian bachelor degree in science or equivalent, with a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.0 out of 4.0 overall and 2.5 in the final equivalent full-time year.
Completion of an Australian bachelor degree or equivalent with a minimum 65% average or GPA 2.5 (out of 4.0).
Entry requirements
The Honours program has a significant research component. Prior to submitting your application, you must contact the School and confirm a supervisor and a research topic.
To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:
- IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
- TOEFL (Paper Based Test): minimum score of 580 (TWE 4.5)
- TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 92 (with minimum of 20 in all sections)
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component
For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.
Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an Advanced Plus Certificate at RMIT English Worldwide.
Pathways
Fees
All undergraduate and honours degrees have Commonwealth supported places (CSP) available.
In a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), your tuition fees are subsidised by the Australian Government. Your share of the fee (student contribution) is set each year by the government and is determined by the discipline areas (bands) of your individual enrolled courses, not the overall program.
As a CSP student, you may be eligible to apply for a HECS-HELP loan, which allows you to defer payment of up to 100% of your student contribution.
Learn more about fees for undergraduate study.
How much can I expect to pay for my Commonwealth supported place?
Courses (subjects) fall into one of three bands. The band determines the student contribution amount for the course.
Amounts listed in the table below are based on a standard, full-time study load (96 credit points per year) with all courses in the same band. A proportionate fee applies for more or less than the full-time study load or for enrolment in courses (subjects) from a combination of bands.
You can learn how to calculate your exact tuition fees for units from different bands at Fees for Commonwealth supported students.
Maximum student contribution amount for Commonwealth supported places in 2018
| Student contribution band by course (subject) | Maximum annual student contribution amount in 2018 |
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| Band 1: humanities, behavioural science, social studies, clinical psychology, foreign languages, visual and performing arts, education, nursing | $6,444 per standard year $805 per standard (12 credit point) course |
| Band 2: mathematics, statistics, computing, built environment, other health, allied health, science, engineering, surveying, agriculture | $9,185 per standard year $1,148 per standard (12 credit point) course |
Band 3: law, accounting, administration, economics, commerce, dentistry, medicine, veterinary science |
$10,754 per standard year $1,344 per standard (12 credit point) course |
In addition to tuition fees, you will be charged an annual student services and amenities fee (SSAF), which is used to maintain and enhance services and amenities that improve your experience as an RMIT student.
The SSAF is calculated based on your enrolment load and the maximum fee for 2018 is $298.
You may be eligible to apply to defer payment of the SSAF through the SA-HELP loan scheme. If you use SA‑HELP, the amount will be added to your accumulated HELP debt.
For more information about calculating your actual SSAF see Paying SSAF.
You may also be required to purchase other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment. These additional fees and expenses vary from program to program.
HECS-HELP
The Australian Government provides financial assistance via the HECS-HELP loan scheme, which allows eligible students (such as Australian citizens or holders of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa) to defer payment of up to 100% of their student contribution.
How does a HELP loan work?
If your HECS-HELP and/or SA-HELP loan application is successful, the Australian Government will pay RMIT, on your behalf, up to 100% of your fees. This amount will become part of your accumulated HELP debt.
You will only start repaying your accumulated HELP debt to the Australian Government once you earn above the minimum income threshold for repayment, which is set each year by the Australian Government (this also applies if you are still studying).
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) will calculate your compulsory repayment for the year and include this on your income tax notice.
For more information about loan repayment options see Commonwealth assistance (HELP loans) or Study Assist
Scholarships may be available - please contact the Honours Coordinator for information.
RMIT awards more than 2000 scholarships every year to recognise academic achievement and assist students from a variety of backgrounds. Learn more about RMIT Scholarships.
In addition to tuition fees you also need to pay for:
- Student services and amenities fee (SSAF) in each calendar year.
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) - Student visa holders must have cover for the total duration of their visa.
- Some programs incur additional expenses.
You also need to account for your living expenses. Estimate the cost of living in Melbourne.
Scholarships may be available - please contact the Honours Coordinator for information.
RMIT awards more than 2000 scholarships every year to recognise academic achievement and assist students from a variety of backgrounds. Learn more about RMIT Scholarships.