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The Honors year following the Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Science is a prestigious additional year of undergraduate study open to students after completing their degree. This program offers a chance to develop research skills and apply theoretical knowledge gained during undergraduate studies. An Honors qualification in science or arts is valued both in academic circles and professional sectors, where hands-on lab experience and advanced analytical abilities are in high demand. Students can pursue Honors in any science or arts discipline, typically aligning with their major field of study. The program requires developing a research project with faculty guidance, which may span multiple disciplines (such as combining physiology and biology) and could involve specialized training or coursework in research methodologies.
For admission to the Gender Studies Honors program, students need a minimum 70% average across 48 senior credit points from Gender Studies courses. The fourth-year Honors curriculum includes: An 18,000-20,000 word thesis developed with departmental supervision, Participation in an Honors conference featuring peer feedback on thesis presentations, Completion of the "Arguing the Point" research and writing course, and A seminar or coursework unit selected from approved 4000-level options. Final grading comprises 60% thesis and 40% coursework components.