Honours Information

Research a dirty word? NO! If you were going to buy a new car, you would research the type of car, the engine capacity, warranty and the colour among other things.  We all research everyday so why not make a career out of it?  The obvious place to start a research career is an Honours degree.

What is Honours?

An undergraduate Honours degree is an intensive year of study designed to enhance the research skills of undergraduate students.  Normally only available to those students with an outstanding undergraduate academic record, the degree provides a pathway to further higher degree research, a research career or a competitive edge when applying for future employment.

What are the benefits of Honours?

Some of the benefits associated with completing an Honours degree include:

  • Valuable research experience
  • Opportunity to integrate with other researchers in large teams
  • Opportunity to be mentored by supervisors who are considered internationally to be leaders in their fields
  • Publishing your research in a scientific journal
  • Participation in a research seminar program
  • Fast track to enrolment in a PhD

I’m interested, what should I do?

Follow the steps below to find out more information:

  1. Check out the research being conducted within the School of Health Sciences and the academic staff involved in each research area
  2. When you have found your area of interest, talk to potential supervisors about possible projects
  3. Make an appointment with your Honours Coordinator
  4. Download and complete the applications forms
  5. Download and complete the School of Health Sciences Internal Honours Enrolment Form SHS400 [doc 74kb]
  6. Submit your completed forms at HBS Central by 27 November 2009

Am I Eligible?

You are eligible to enrol in the School of Health Sciences Honours program if:

  • You are in your last session of undergraduate study
  • You have a credit average
  • You have a primary supervisor from the School of Health Sciences
  • You have identified an appropriate research project

Are there any Scholarships that can help me?

There are a number of opportunities to receive funding to complete an Honours degree.  Check out:

Who are the School of Health Sciences Honours Coordinators?

Important Honours Dates for 2010

Honours Projects for 2010

Where can I get more information? 

Last reviewed: 6 November, 2009

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