Canberra,
ACT,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Honours) - Biology in Canberra Australia | The Australian National University
The Australian National University
|
Canberra Australia
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
50,760
(c. USD35,795.95)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The Biology Honours program fosters a deep, engaged understanding of cutting-edge biological research. Typically completed full-time over two consecutive semesters, this specialization centers on designing and conducting a significant research project under faculty guidance, culminating in a thesis. Throughout the program, students acquire expertise in laboratory/field methods, analytical thinking, and scientific communication. The honors track establishes strong foundations in evidence-based research and opens doors to diverse career paths both within and beyond scientific fields.
Learning Outcomes
Design and conduct independent, sustained research to advance knowledge in a selected biological discipline.
Critically assess relevant theories and methodologies, integrating evidence to form valid conclusions.
Apply statistical or evaluative techniques to analyze and interpret original biological data.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
An AQF Level 7 Bachelor of Science Degree or equivalent completed within the last two years
with a weighted average mark equivalent to an ANU 70 per cent calculated from the 36 units ie 0.75 EFTSL of courses in the discipline cognate to the honours specialisation excluding 1000-level courses ie introductory undergraduate courses with the highest marks
And the satisfaction of any admission requirements described in the relevant honours specialisation
IELTS - Overall score - 6.5, Reading - 6.0, Writing - 6.0, Listening - 6.0, Speaking - 6.0.
TOEFL IBT - Overall score - 80, Reading - 20, Writing - 20, Listening - 18, Speaking - 18.
Tuition
AUD
50,760