BSc (Advanced) in Geology (Honours) in Darlington Australia | The University of Sydney

The University of Sydney | Darlington Australia
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD 56,000
(c. USD39,408.38)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

An Honours year is a prestigious extension of undergraduate education, offering you a chance to deepen your research skills and apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings. Valued both in academic circles and professional industries, this intensive study allows you to specialize further in your field. You can pursue Honours in diverse disciplines such as anatomy, biochemistry, microbiology, or physiology, depending on available projects and your academic interests. The program is also accessible at the Westmead campus.

The Faculty of Science is renowned for its postgraduate research excellence, supported by substantial funding and state-of-the-art facilities. Whether you're pursuing a Master of Science or a PhD, you'll engage in independent, supervised research, culminating in an original thesis. The Honours year serves as a stepping stone to these advanced degrees, attracting students globally.

Geology explores Earth's complex systems, from its composition to natural hazards, often intersecting with fields like geography, engineering, and environmental science. The Honours program bridges undergraduate coursework and postgraduate research, requiring a thesis and coursework. You can propose your own project or join an existing one, completing 36 credit points of research and 12 credit points of coursework.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

To qualify for admission to the Bachelor of Science (Honours), you must



have qualified for or be a graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent from the University of Sydney or equivalent qualification from another tertiary institution,
have completed a relevant major (i.e. minimum of 24 credit points of 3000-level units of study) relating to the intended Honours discipline,
have achieved a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 65.00 or have a credit average (65.00) in 48 credit points of relevant* 2000-level and 3000-level units of study, and
satisfy any additional criteria set by the relevant Head of School or Discipline.
IELTS - A minimum result of 6.5 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band
TOEFL IBT - A minimum result of 85 overall including a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing

Tuition AUD 56,000

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