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Honours is an extremely valuable year of study. It comprises advanced 400-level coursework and an individual research project designed to extend students' knowledge and skills. In particular, the Honours programs offered by the Faculty of Science aim to enable students to define and solve problems relating to their speciality and to conduct research in the field.
Honours graduates possess the skills and qualifications needed to progress to a higher degree (e.g. Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy), or to enter the science and technology industries.
The Faculty offers two Honours courses, these are:
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Bachelor of Information Systems (Honours)
The Faculty of Science offers Bachelor of Science (Honours) programs in a wide range of disciplines including:
Anatomy and Cell Biology; Applied Statistics; Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; Botany; Chemistry; Computer Science; Earth Sciences; Engineering; Genetics; Geography and Environmental Studies; History and Philosophy of Science; Mathematics and Statistics; Medical Biology; Medicine*; Microbiology and Immunology; Optometry & Vision Sciences; Oral Biology (Dental Science); Otolaryngology; Paediatrics; Pathology; Pharmacology; Physics; Physiology; Psychiatry; Psychology; Surgery*; Surveying; and Zoology. Some combined programs are also available.
* Available at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and the Austin and Repatriation Hospitals
To be eligible to enter Honours you must satisfy both the Faculty of Science entry requirements and the requirements of the department offering the Honours program you wish to undertake. If you are interested in applying for an Honours program it is critical to consider these requirements when planning your undergraduate course.
There are two Faculty entry requirements which must be satisfied.
Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science (BSc), Bachelor of Arts and Sciences (BASc) or equivalent qualification recognised by the Faculty of Science.
The only exception to the above is for those applicants currently enrolled in a BSc combined course at the University of Melbourne. These applicants need to have completed at least 300 points, within which the requirements of the Bachelor of Science degree need to have been satisfied.
Graduates of the University of Melbourne BSc single degree must have a Faculty Honours Score of at least 65%. The Faculty Honours Score is a weighted average based on a student's performance in their best 87.5 points of science study at the 300-level.
A Faculty Honours Score is not calculated for University of Melbourne Bachelor of Arts and Sciences (BASc) or BSc combined course students. For these students the Faculty calculates a weighted average mark for the 300-level science subjects that have been completed. A weighted average of 65% or more is usually required for entry into Honours.
Applicants who have completed their degree at other institutions must demonstrate that they have achieved an average of 65% for the third year science subjects they have studied. Original academic transcripts will need to be presented.
Admission to the BIS (Hons) requires the completion of a degree specialising in Information Systems, or a related field that is recognised by the Faculty of Science.
Graduates of the University of Melbourne BIS degree need to have obtained an average minimum result of 65% for at least 62.5 points of 300-level Information Systems subjects.
Applicants who have completed their degree at other institutions must demonstrate that they have achieved an average of 65% for the third year Information Systems subjects, or related subjects, they have studied.
Departments usually require the completion of certain 300-level subjects, and/or a minimum number of 300-level points from a particular department, to be eligible for entry into their Honours program. These requirements are specified in the departmental entries that follow.
Honours usually involves one year of full-time study between February and November. Some departments offer a two year part-time Honours program and some offer mid-year commencement. Further details are provided in the departmental entries that follow.
The Bachelor of Science Honours program involves the completion of an Advanced Coursework subject and a Research Project subject. The relative weighting of these subjects varies between departments.
The Advanced Coursework subject may entail 400-level lectures and tutorials, journal clubs, literature reviews, oral presentations, and other departmental activities. In some departments students enrol in a number of advanced coursework subjects. Students will need to achieve at least 65% for each advanced coursework subject they undertake as part of their BSc (Hons) course. The Research Project subject comprises a research project completed under the guidance of an academic who specialises in your area of interest.
Students' academic transcripts will record a separate result for each Advanced Coursework subject they undertake as part of the BSc (Hons) course, and the Research Project subject.
Refer to the departmental entries that follow for more information.
This Honours program involves the completion of four equally weighted Advanced Coursework subjects and a Research Project subject. Students' academic transcripts will record individual results for the Research Project subject and the four Advanced Coursework subjects. Refer to the Department of Information Systems entry that follows for further details.
In order to be awarded an Honours qualification, students enrolled in the BSc (Hons) must obtain a minimum mark of 65% for both the Research Project subject and each Advanced Coursework subject they complete as part of the BSc (Hons) course.
Some departments have other hurdle requirements. These are specified in the departmental entries that follow.
In order to be awarded the BIS (Hons) qualification, students must obtain a minimum mark of 65% for the Research Project subject and each of the four Advanced Coursework subjects. The departmental hurdle requirements must also be satisfied (see Department of Information Systems entry that follows).
The critical dates and penalties (e.g. HECS charges, withdrawn results etc.) that apply to enrolment changes are specified in the General Introduction at the front of this handbook.
The Faculty of Science does not allow students who have been offered a place in Honours to defer commencement of the course. Students will need to advise the relevant department in writing that they are unable to accept the course offer and reapply for a place in the Honours program at a later stage.
Leave from the Honours program is possible in exceptional circumstances only.
Students wishing to apply for leave from the Honours program must complete a Variation to Enrolment form (available from the Faculty of Science Office). The Variation to Enrolment form must:
provide a valid reason for requesting leave (eg illness) and supporting documentation where possible;
be signed by the Head of Department in which the Honours program is being undertaken.
The Department will need to ensure that it will be possible for the student to continue with their Honours program at the agreed time, by checking that appropriate supervision and coursework subjects will be available at the time the student wishes to return from leave.
The standard period of leave from Honours is a minimum of one semester and a maximum of two semesters.
Application forms are available from departments. Please contact the relevant department/s for the application closing dates.
Departments will advise students if they have been offered a place in the Honours program.
The Faculty of Science Office will send an enrolment record and information about the enrolment procedure to students who accept a place in the Honours program.
Please contact the Honours Coordinator in the department/s of your choice for further information. The Honours contacts for each department are specified in the Honours entries that follow.
Note that departments generally hold an Honours information session in September or October each year. Contact the Honours Coordinators for further details regarding the times and venues of these sessions.
The Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology offers two distinct Honours programs. These programs are:
Anatomy and Cell Biology;
Topographic Anatomy.
These programs are described below.
Students undertake a research project supervised by a member of staff. Project topics are available from the Departmental Office on Level 7 or on the website http://www.anatomy.unimelb.edu.au/postgraduate/honours00.htm
Students consult directly with supervisors to ensure suitability of project. Laboratory-based research is the main component of the Honours program, culminating in the submission of a thesis and laboratory notebooks detailing experiments. This program offers the opportunity to acquire modern technical and theoretical skills. Students attend research seminars, journal clubs and orally defend their thesis.
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, students interested in entering the Anatomy and Cell Biology Honours program need to obtain an H3 or better for at least one 300-level Anatomy and Cell Biology subject. This requirement may be waived by the Head of Department.
Associate Professor Tony Goodwin
This particular Honours program can only be undertaken on a full-time basis. The program commences in February and finishes in November. There is no mid-year intake.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% for both the Research Project subject and the Advanced Coursework subject.
Students enrolled in the Anatomy and Cell Biology Honours program must also attend lectures, workshops and seminars.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and an Advanced Coursework subject. These subjects with their relative weightings are as follows:
516-496 Research Project subject = 75%
516-497 Advanced Coursework subject = 25%
Lectures, and workshops in a wide range of biomedical areas such as animal welfare, library resources, experimental design and statistical analysis, writing skills and seminar preparation. Seminars in biomedical research. Students will be assessed by a literature review (20%), a journal article review (20%), statistics assignments (20%) and an oral defence of the thesis (40%).
Students considering enrolling for the Honours program in Anatomy and Cell Biology should discuss their plans with a senior member of staff in the area of their special interest, or with the coordinator. Most of the subject is spent conducting an original, supervised research project. Students will give a talk on the aims and methods of the research project during the year. Assessment will consist of a written report (thesis) submitted at the end of the program (100%).
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact:
Associate Professor Tony Goodwin [PH: (03) 9344 5808];
Julie Carter, Student Administrator [PH: (03) 9344 5791].
This Honours program is designed for students with a major concentration of undergraduate studies in topographic anatomy. Students undertake a research project in topographic anatomy supervised by a member of staff and have the opportunity to become familiar with advanced research and preparative techniques in anatomy. Students will also acquire skills in the preparation and display of anatomical specimens and in the development of interactive computer programs in anatomy.
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, students interested in entering the Topographic Anatomy Honours program need to have completed: 516-201 Histology; 516-202 Human Embryology; 516-204 Anatomy 1 - Back, Thorax and Upper Limb; 516-207 Anatomy 2 - Abdomen, Pelvis and Lower Limb; 516-303 Anatomy of the Head and Neck; 516-304 Functional and Applied Anatomy. These requirements may be waived by the Head of Department.
Associate Professor Chris Briggs
This particular Honours program can only be undertaken on a full-time basis. The program commences in February and finishes in November. There is no mid-year intake.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% for both the Research Project subject and the Advanced Coursework subject.
Students enrolled in the Topographic Anatomy Honours program must also attend lectures, workshops and seminars.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and an Advanced Coursework subject. These subjects with their relative weightings are as follows:
516-498 Advanced Coursework subject = 50%
516-499 Research Project subject = 50%
Lectures, seminars and practical work in preparative techniques. Lectures and seminars in applied anatomical and biomedical research. Lectures and workshops in areas such as development of interactive computer learning programs, library resources, experimental design and statistical analysis, writing skills and seminar preparation. Students will be assessed by workshop reports, assignments and displays of anatomical specimens (70%), a literature review (10%), a journal review (10%) and an exam in statistics (10%).
Students will undertake a supervised research project and give a talk on the aims and methods of the research project during the year. Assessment will consist of a written report (thesis) submitted at the end of the project (80%) and an oral defence of the thesis (20%).
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact:
Associate Professor Chris Briggs [PH: (03) 9344 5776];
Ms Julie Carter, Student Administrator [PH: (03) 9344 5791].
The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology offers the following Honours programs:
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Honours Program (described below);
Combined Biochemistry and Chemistry (Biochemistry coursework) Honours program [described under Combined Biochemistry and Chemistry (Biochemistry coursework) Honours Program];
Combined Chemistry and Biochemistry (Chemistry) Honours program [described under School of Chemistry].
By the end of the Honours program in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology the student should have:
acquired the ability to define research problems in biochemistry and to propose and test appropriate hypotheses;
developed the ability to think critically and independently and evaluate and analyse experimental biochemical data;
developed skills in the use of modern equipment and techniques currently used in biochemistry and molecular biology;
developed the ability to present the research results both orally and in written form.
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, students interested in entering the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Honours program need to have completed a minimum of 50 points of 300-level in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Provision is made for a limited number of exceptions to this entry requirement.
Dr Malcolm McConville (Biochemistry)
This particular Honours program can only be undertaken on a full-time basis. The program commences in February and finishes in November. There may be a limited mid-year intake.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% for both the Research Project subject and the Advanced Coursework subject.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and an Advanced Coursework subject. These subjects with their relative weightings are as follows:
521-496 Research Project subject = 75%
521-497 Advanced Coursework subject = 25%
The Advanced Coursework subject accounts for 25% of the total assessment. It comprises four subjects of six lectures each. Assessment of these may be by assignment, oral presentation or open book examination. The aim is to encourage a detailed and critical examination of recent advances in selected fields of biochemical and molecular biology research.
The Research Project subject accounts for 75% of the total assessment. It comprises a research report (65%) and presentation of a seminar (10%).
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact:
Ms Ann Best [PH: (03) 9344 5907)];
Dr Malcolm McConville [PH: (03) 9344 5681)].
This Honours program in Biochemistry and Chemistry is designed to:
Increase the student's knowledge and understanding of biochemical and chemical science;
Develop the process and practice of biochemical and chemical research;
Develop individual investigative skills, critical thought and the ability to evaluate information and to analyse experimental data;
Promote the acquisition of experimental or theoretical skills in areas currently relevant to one of the research groups in the School of Chemistry or Biochemistry and Molecular Biology;
Develop the ability to present research results both orally and in the written form;
Ensure that students receive essential training in laboratory safety procedures.
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, students interested in entering the combined Chemistry and Biochemistry Honours program will normally have obtained a Faculty Honours score of 65% or above, in 87.5 points of their 300-level studies and have specialised in either Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (300-level subjects) or Chemistry (300-level subjects). Applicants who have specialised in Chemistry need to have completed two of the following core 300-level subjects: 610-310 Physical Chemistry (or 610-311 + 610-315), 610-320 Organic Chemistry (or 610-321 + 610-325), and 610-340 Inorganic Chemistry (or 610-341 + 610-345). The qualifications of applicants from other institutions will be considered by the Head of School.
Dr Malcolm McConville (Biochemistry)
Head of School (Chemistry)
This particular Honours program can only be undertaken on a full-time basis, and a mid-year intake is offered. The program runs either from February to November or July to June.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% for both the Research Project subject and the Advanced Coursework subject.
Students enrolled in the combined Chemistry and Biochemistry Honours program must also pass a 'Safety in the Laboratory' course.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and an Advanced Coursework subject. These subjects with their relative weightings are as follows:
521-495 Research Project subject = 75%
521-497 Advanced Coursework subject = 25%
The Advanced Coursework subject accounts for 25% of the total assessment. It comprises four subjects of six lectures each. Assessment of these may be by assignment, oral presentation or open book examination. The aim is to encourage a detailed and critical examination of recent advances in selected fields of biochemical and molecular biology research.
This subject comprises an original research project, supervised by one academic staff member from each of the schools of Biochemistry and Chemistry. The research project continues throughout the year.
The Research Project subject accounts for 75% of the total assessment. It comprises a research report (65%) and presentation of a seminar (10%).
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact:
Dr Malcolm McConville [PH: (03) 9344 5681].
Miss Vicki Burley, School of Chemistry [PH: (03) 9344 6495];
The Honours program in Botany involves:
an original supervised research project;
a minimum of 30 hours of lectures and seminars in the areas of cellular and molecular biology, systematics and evolution, plant ecology and physiology, marine botany, plant conservation biology, and fungi and plant pathology;
reading assignments, essay writing, and presentation of seminars.
The course provides students with skills in original research in plant science, develops capacity for critical thinking and evaluation of information, instills knowledge across wide areas of plant sciences, and enhances communication skills.
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, students interested in entering the Botany Honours program need to complete 50 or more points of 300-level Botany, or equivalent in a related field (e.g. plant biochemistry, plant genetics or environmental sciences). The Head of Department may waive the prerequisites or stipulate additional requirements.
Dr Geoff McFadden
This particular Honours program can only be undertaken on a full-time basis, and a mid-year intake is offered. The program runs either from February to November or July to June.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% for both the Research Project subject and the Advanced Coursework subject and participate in other training courses.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and an Advanced Coursework subject. These subjects with their relative weightings are as follows:
606-496 Research Project subject = 75%
606-497 Advanced Coursework subject = 25%
The Advanced Coursework subject accounts for 25% of the total assessment based on three components:
a literature review (3500 words);
two essays or written assignments focusing on topics presented in the series of advanced lectures (each item is less than 2500 words).
The Research Project subject comprises:
a written report of up to 10,000 words (60% of the total assessment);
an oral examination concerning the research project (5% of the total assessment);
a 30 minute seminar (10% of the total assessment).
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact:
Ms Coral Lindupp [PH: (03) 9344 5067];
Dr Geoff McFadden [PH: (03) 9344 5054].
The School of Chemistry offers the following Honours programs:
Chemistry Honours Program (described below);
Combined Chemistry and Biochemistry (Chemistry coursework) Honours Program (described below);
Combined Chemistry and Biochemistry (Biochemistry coursework) Honours Program [described under Combined Biochemistry and Chemistry (Biochemistry coursework) Honours Program];
Combined Chemistry/Chemical Engineering Honours Program [described under Combined Chemistry and Chemical Engineering (Chemistry coursework) Honours Program]
The Honours program in Chemistry is designed to:
Increase the student's knowledge and understanding of chemical science;
Develop the process and practice of chemical research;
Encourage the development of individual investigative skills, critical thought and the ability to evaluate information and to analyse experimental data;
Promote the acquisition of experimental or theoretical skills in areas currently relevant to one of the research groups in the School of Chemistry;
Improve oral and written communication skills;
Ensure that students receive essential training in laboratory safety procedures.
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, students interested in entering the Chemistry Honours program need to complete 50 or more points of 300-level Chemistry. Applicants need to have completed two of the following core 300-level subjects: 610-310 Physical Chemistry (or 610-311 + 610-315), 610-320 Organic Chemistry (or 610-321 + 610-325), and 610-340 Inorganic Chemistry (or 610-341 + 610-345). The qualifications of applicants from other institutions will be considered by the Head of School.
Head of School
This particular Honours program can only be undertaken on a full-time basis, and a mid-year intake is offered. Enrolment in the program is possible between either February and November or July and June.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% for both the Research Project subject and the Advanced Coursework subject.
Students enrolled in the Chemistry Honours program must also:
Obtain a pass in the 'Safety in the Laboratory' course. Students who fail this course will have to complete an additional study program and be reassessed. A pass in the 'Safety in the Laboratory' course is required before students begin their research and advanced coursework.
Submit a 1500 word research project outline during the first semester of enrolment.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and an Advanced Coursework subject. These subjects with their relative weightings are as follows:
610-496 Research Project subject = 50%
610-497 Advanced Coursework subject = 50%
Students select five lecture subjects. Each of these subjects will be examined by: formal written examination; examination and assignment; or assignment alone, and may be examined during or at the end of Semester 1. All five lecture subjects are of equal value, each one contributing up to one fifth of the total marks available for the Advanced Coursework subject.
The Research Project subject involves the completion of:
A written report (thesis) submitted at the end of the course. The thesis can be a maximum of 30 double spaced A4 pages. It will be assessed by a panel of five examiners. The thesis is worth 35% of the overall Honours mark.
A seminar of 20 minutes at the end of the second semester of study. The research work will be discussed in terms of aims, accomplishments and future projections. The seminar will be assessed by a panel of three examiners, and contribute 5% to the overall Honours mark.
Application towards, and progress in, the achievement of the research objectives will be assessed by the research supervisor. This assessment accounts for 10% of the overall Honours mark.
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact:
Head of School of Chemistry [Ph: (03) 9344 7137];
Miss Vicki Burley [Ph: (03) 9344 6495].
This Honours program in Chemistry and Biochemistry is designed to:
Increase the student's knowledge and understanding of biochemical and chemical science;
Develop the process and practice of biochemical and chemical research;
Develop individual investigative skills, critical thought and the ability to evaluate information and to analyse experimental data;
Promote the acquisition of experimental or theoretical skills in areas currently relevant to one of the research groups in the School of Chemistry or Biochemistry and Molecular Biology;
Develop the ability to present research results both orally and in the written form;
Ensure that students receive essential training in laboratory safety procedures.
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, students interested in entering the Chemistry and Biochemistry Honours program need to have specialised in either Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (300-level subjects) or Chemistry (300-level subjects). Applicants who have specialised in Chemistry need to have completed two of the following core 300-level subjects: 610-310 Physical Chemistry (or 610-311 + 610-315), 610-320 Organic Chemistry (or 610-321 + 610-325) and 610-340 Inorganic Chemistry (or 610-341 + 610-345). The qualifications of applicants from other institutions will be considered by the Head of School.
Entry will usually be restricted to students who have satisfied Faculty of Science rules.
Head of School of Chemistry
Dr Malcolm McConville (Biochemistry)
This particular Honours program can only be undertaken on a full-time basis, and a mid-year intake is offered. The program runs either from February to November or July to June.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% for both the Research Project subject and the Advanced Coursework subject.
Students enrolled in this combined Chemistry and Biochemistry Honours program must also:
Obtain a pass in the 'Safety in the Laboratory' course. Students who fail this course will have to complete an additional study program and be reassessed. A pass in the 'Safety in the Laboratory' course is required before students begin their research and advanced coursework.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and an Advanced Coursework subject. These subjects must be taken concurrently. Their relative weightings are as follows:
610-495 Research Project subject = 50%
610-497 Advanced Coursework subject = 50%
Students select five lecture subjects. Each of these subjects will be examined by: formal written examination; examination and assignment; or assignment alone, and may be examined during or at the end of Semester 1. All five lecture subjects are of equal value, each one contributing up to one fifth of the total marks available for the Advanced Coursework subject.
This subject comprises an original research project, supervised by one academic staff member from each of the schools of Biochemistry and Chemistry. The research project continues throughout the year.
The Research Project subject involves the completion of:
A written report (thesis) submitted at the end of the course. The thesis can be a maximum of 30 double spaced A4 pages. It will be assessed by a panel of five examiners. The thesis is worth 35% of the overall Honours mark.
A seminar of 20 minutes at the end of the second semester of study. The research work will be discussed in terms of aims, accomplishments and future projections. The seminar will be assessed by a panel of three examiners, and contribute 5% to the overall Honours mark.
Application towards, and progress in, the achievement of the research objectives will be assessed by the research supervisor. This assessment accounts for 10% of the overall Honours mark.
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact:
Dr Malcolm McConville [Ph: (03) 9344 5681];
Miss Vicki Burley [Ph: (03) 9344 6495].
The BSc Honours course in Chemical Engineering is designed to:
Increase the student's knowledge and understanding of chemical science;
Develop the process and practice of applied chemical research;
Encourage the development of individual investigate skills, critical thought and the ability to evaluate information and to analyse experimental data;
Promote the acquisition of experimental or theoretical skills in areas currently relevant to one of the research groups in the Department;
Improve oral and written communication skills;
Ensure that students receive essential training in laboratory safety procedures.
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, students interested in this Honours program need to have completed 50 or more points of 300-level Chemistry which must include two of the following core subjects: 610-310 Physical Chemistry (or 610-311 + 610-315), 610-320 Organic Chemistry (or 610-321 + 610-325), and 610-340 Inorganic Chemistry (or 610-341 + 610-345).
The qualifications of student applicants from other institutions will be considered by the Head of the School of Chemistry and the Head of Department of Chemical Engineering.
Head of School of Chemistry
Head of Department of Chemical Engineering
This particular Honours program can be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis, and a mid-year intake is offered. The program can be undertaken either between February and November or July and June.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% for both the Research Project subject and the Advanced Coursework subject.
Students enrolled in this Honours program need to attend and satisfactorily complete the course 'Safety in the Laboratory'. Students who don't reach the required standard will have to complete an additional study program and reassessment. A pass in the 'Safety in Laboratory' course is required before students can start the research project and the advanced lecture course.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and an Advanced Coursework subject. These subjects with their relative weightings are as follows:
411-496 Chemical Engineering Research Project subject = 50%
610-497 Chemistry Advanced Coursework subject = 50%
Students select five lecture subjects. Each of these subjects will be examined by: formal written examination; examination and assignment; or assignment alone, and may be examined during or at the end of Semester 1. All five lecture subjects are of equal value, each one contributing up to one fifth of the total marks available for the Advanced Coursework subject.
The Research Project subject involves the completion of an original research project, supervised by an academic staff member from the Department of Chemical Engineering.
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact:
Miss Vicki Burley, [PH: (03) 9344 6495].
The Department of Computer Science offers the following Honours programs:
Computer Science;
Combined Mathematics and Statistics/Computer Science Honours Program.
The Computer Science program is described below.
The Honours program in Computer Science is designed to:
Provide an introduction to the process and practice of research in Computer Science;
Enable the acquisition of current research skills in specific areas;
Encourage the development of the ability to think critically and independently;
Consolidate and extend the student's understanding of a range of aspects of the discipline of Computer Science;
Improve oral and written communication skills.
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, students interested in entering the Computer Science Honours program must:
have completed at least 50 points of 300-level Computer Science subjects;
have passed the subject 433-255 Logic and Computation (prior to 2000: 433-255 Models of Computation);
have passed at least 25 points of 100-level Mathematics or Statistics subjects.
Note: While 50 points of 300-level study in Computer Science is the minimum for entry to BSc (Hons), students should note that the 400-level Honours subjects offered by the Department have individual prerequisites that may not be satisfied by some combinations of 50 points of 300-level subjects. Students wishing to retain a wide range of options at the 400-level are advised to select at least four of: 433-303 Artificial Intelligence; 433-330 Theory of Computation; 433-332 Operating Systems; 433-341 Software Engineering Process and Practice; 433-351 Database Systems; 433-361 Programming Language Implementation; and 433-380 Graphics and Computation.
Students should also note that study of Mathematics or Statistics at the second year level is strongly recommended.
Students from other institutions and other backgrounds should contact the Honours Coordinator to determine their eligibility for entry to the BSc (Hons) course.
Dr Lee Naish
The BSc (Hons) program in Computer Science can be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis, commencing in either late February or mid-July each year. The program requires one year of full-time study, or two years of part-time study.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% in subjects totalling 100 points, including 433-401 Computer Science Research Project.
Students enrolled in the Computer Science Honours program are also expected to have a satisfactory level of attendance at departmental seminars.
Students will be advised of hurdle requirements for the individual coursework subjects at the commencement of each subject.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and five Advanced Coursework subjects. These subjects with their relative weightings are as follows:
433-401 Computer Science Research Project = 37.5%
Advanced Coursework subjects, five at 12.5 points each = 62.5%
The final Honours grade is the weighted average mark over the 100 points included in these two components. Students who complete more than 62.5 points of their advanced coursework will have their final Honours grade calculated as their weighted average mark over the 100 points of study obtained by including their best 62.5 points of Advanced Coursework.
Students are required to obtain a mark of 65% or greater in all subjects to be credited towards their BSc (Hons) degree, including in 433-401 Computer Science Research Project.
The following 400-level subjects are offered to students enrolled in the BSc (Hons) degree:
Students may enrol in one 300-level subject in Computer Science as part of their coursework component, and as many as two of the following 600-level postgraduate subjects taught by the Department:
433-670 Principles of Programming Languages
433-671 Constraint Programming
433-675 Database Principles and Technology
433-676 Text and Document Management
433-680 Machine Learning
433-681 Autonomous Robots
433-682 Software Agents
For details of these subjects, see the Faculty of Engineering Postgraduate Handbook, contact the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering, or visit the departmental website at http://www.cs.mu.oz.au
Students should note that in any given year the Department may choose not to offer one or more of the pool of 400- and 600-level subjects. Students are advised to make contact with the Department late in the previous year to determine if particular subjects will be available.
Students are reminded that the minimum mark to obtain credit for subjects counted towards BSc (Hons) is 65%.
In addition to the advanced coursework, students must complete a total of 37.5 points of enrolment in the subject 433-401 Computer Science Research Project. In any given semester this subject may be weighted as 12.5, 25 or 37.5 points, depending upon the other subjects being undertaken that semester, and whether the student is full- or part-time. A CNT mark (continuing) will be assigned to this subject until an aggregate of 37.5 points of enrolment has been reached.
The Computer Science Research Project subject comprises a research report of up to 40 pages (20,000 words) and an oral presentation not exceeding 30 minutes. Students are required to obtain a mark of at least 65% in this subject.
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact:
Dr Lee Naish [PH: (03) 9344 9156];
Associate Professor Alistair Moffat [PH: (03) 9344 9168].
The Honours program in Earth Sciences is designed to prepare students for both industry employment and for further research. Emphasis is placed on individual research and professional presentation of results. The program includes at least fifteen days of Advanced Coursework, a literature review of your chosen research field and a written and oral report about your research project.
The Honours program offered by the School of Earth Sciences allows specialisation in the following areas: Geology; Geophysics; Atmosphere & Ocean Sciences; and Environmental Earth Sciences. The departmental entry requirements for these areas differ (see the Admission Requirements section that follows for details).
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, students interested in entering Honours programs in Earth Sciences disciplines must have achieved the following:
Geology: at least 50 points of 300-level Geology.
Geophysics: at least 50 points of 300-level Geology, or a Science degree with a specialisation in physical or mathematical sciences.
Atmosphere & Ocean Sciences: at least 50 points in 300-level Atmosphere & Ocean Sciences, or a Science degree with a specialisation in physical or mathematical sciences. It is not necessary to have studied Atmosphere & Ocean Sciences as an undergraduate, however, students commencing at the 400-level will be required to undertake appropriate 300-level Atmosphere & Ocean Sciences subjects (at an advanced level). Students should discuss their plans with the Head of School.
Environmental Earth Sciences: at least 50 points of 300-level Earth Science (Atmosphere & Ocean Sciences, or Geology courses) including 625-307 Hydrogeology and Environmental Management. Note that 25 points from the 600-series Environmental Science subjects is also required for students specialising in Environmental Science.
Associate Professor Roger Powell
This particular Honours program can only be undertaken on a full-time basis. The program commences in February and finishes in November. A mid-year intake is dependent on availability of supervisors and would generally begin in July-August and finish in March-April.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% for both the Research Project subject and the Advanced Coursework subject.
Students enrolled in the Earth Sciences Honours program must also attend information sessions, special lectures and relevant presentations in the School's seminar program.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and an Advanced Coursework subject. These subjects with their relative weightings are as follows:
625-496 Research Project subject = 75%
625-497 Advanced Coursework subject = 25%
The Advanced Coursework subject comprises fifteen or sixteen days of specialist short courses chosen to complement the student's area of research. These advanced courses are chosen from the Victorian Institute of Earth and Planetary Science joint curriculum taught by The University of Melbourne, Monash University and La Trobe University. Thirty courses are usually offered, ranging from two days to one week in duration.
The Research Project subject comprises a scientific research report, a literature review and an oral presentation. Students will devote considerable attention to the writing and presentation of the research. Clear identification of objectives, evaluation of the methodologies adopted and critical appraisal of the results obtained form important aspects of the report.
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact:
Mr Richard Young, School Manager [PH: (03) 9344 9867].
Students enrolled in the Honours program in the Department of Genetics complete a Research Project and Advanced Coursework. The program allows students to acquire skills in analysing and evaluating data, and communicating scientific information in both written and oral presentations.
The Research Project aims to develop a range of experimental and technical skills, a capacity to set goals and to design and plan experiments. Apart from the help and guidance from their supervisor(s) each student also has a Committee which regularly meets with them and provides additional help and expertise. This Committee is responsible for assessment of the Research Project subject.
The Advanced Coursework comprises sets of lectures in various areas of genetics, journal clubs where published papers are analysed and discussed, and written exercises.
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, students interested in entering the Genetics Honours program need to complete at least 50 points of 300-level Genetics. The 300-level subjects should include 652-301 Ecological & Evolutionary Genetics, 652-302 Molecular Genetics and 652-304 Genetic Analysis, and one or more subjects selected from 652-303 Developmental and Cellular Genetics, 652-305 Human Genetics and 652-306 Experimental Genetics. However in special circumstances, particularly where relevant 300-level practical subjects in other biological disciplines have been completed, the requirements may be waived by the Head of Department.
Dr L Kelly
This particular Honours program can be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis. The program commences in February and finishes in November. There is no mid-year intake.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% for both the Research Project subject and the Advanced Coursework subject.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and an Advanced Coursework subject. These subjects with their relative weightings are as follows:
652-496 Research Project subject = 62.5%
652-497 Advanced Coursework subject = 37.5%
For information about the weighting of the components of assessment within the Research Project subject and within the Advanced Coursework subject, please contact the Department of Genetics at the start of the Honours program.
The Advanced Coursework subject comprises a critical appraisal of the literature relevant to the Research Project (up to 3000 words) and up to four written exercises based on the lecture topics.
The Research Project subject comprises a research report of 40 pages (excluding figures, tables and appendices), a research talk, and an assessment of research performance.
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact:
Dr L Kelly [PH: (03) 9344 6274/4391];
Associate Professor J Camakaris [PH: (03) 9344 6246].
For many students Honours is the most exciting and valuable year at university. Working with individual supervision and following up their special interests enables students to develop their research and writing techniques and apply the knowledge gained in earlier years of undergraduate study to the solution of real problems.
The Honours program in Geography provides an opportunity for students to carry out a small individual Research Project under the supervision of a staff member who is an expert in a related part of the discipline. Examples of Honours theses in recent years include an investigation of Aboriginal trails in East Gippsland; greenhouse gases and the paper industry; South Korean industrial development; paleoecological studies in Northern Tasmania; and the use of rainwater tanks in Melbourne.
During the Honours program, students also complete advanced coursework and a review of the literature relevant to their research area, attend a series of seminars and workshops about the philosophy and scope of the discipline, and give a short presentation about their research findings.
At the end of the program, Honours graduates can either seek employment, well equipped with the skills demanded by today's employers, or they can apply for a scholarship to enable them to proceed to postgraduate study at the University of Melbourne or other universities.
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, students interested in entering the Geography Honours program need to:
have specialised in Geography. This involves a minimum of 25 points of 100-level and 50 points of 300-level Geography subjects;
have achieved a minimum grade of 65% in five Geography subjects.
Students who have completed a specialisation in Environmental Science may also be eligible for entry to the Geography Honours program.
Dr Barbara Downes
Honours in Geography and Environmental Studies may be undertaken on either a full-time or part-time basis, and a mid-year intake is offered subject to the approval of the Department.
Honours students are strongly advised to commence discussions with their supervisor and to start work on their research projects as early as possible.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% for both the Research Project subject and the Advanced Coursework subject.
Students enrolled in the Geography Honours program must also:
attend regular meetings with their supervisor to discuss work on the Research Project and the literature review;
submit a statement of research problem early in the first semester of their Honours study (due date to be advised);
attend Departmental research seminars;
present a short seminar about their research.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and an Advanced Coursework subject. These subjects with their relative weightings are as follows:
121-496 Research Project subject = 50%
121-497 Advanced Coursework subject = 50%
The Advanced Coursework subject comprises the following:
a course of lectures and seminars, held throughout the year, which addresses a range of issues related to contemporary research in geography and to the historical and philosophical evolution of the discipline;
preparation of an extended review of the literature (6000 words) related to the subject matter of the student's individual thesis, covering both specific research in this area, and also the broader context within which the study is situated;
research methodology lectures and practical exercises covering three methodology areas chosen from the following list: Introduction to statistics, Geographical Information Systems, Survey design and analysis, Qualitative research methods, Experimental design and analysis (assessment is practical work equivalent to 6000 words);
a 30 minute oral presentation of research project results.
The Research Project subject comprises original research on a problem selected in consultation with a supervisor and the Head of the Department, and involves regular meetings with the supervisor.
Students must submit a research report of up to 12,000 words (50% of the total mark for Honours).
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact:
Dr Barbara Downes [PH: (03) 9344 6781].
A detailed information booklet is available from the Department Office [PH: (03) 9344 6339].
Honours study in History and Philosophy of Science provides training at an advanced level in various aspects of the discipline, and prepares students with requisite background to proceed to postgraduate research.
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, students interested in entering the History and Philosophy of Science Honours program need to complete:
a minimum of 37.5 points of HPS subjects at the second year-level;
a minimum of 50 points of HPS at the third year-level.
These points must include:
12.5 points in two of the following areas: history of science; philosophy of science; and sociology of science;
at least 12.5 points gained by completing one of the following special 300-level subjects: 136-052 Science as Practice and Culture; 136-054 Controversies in Philosophy of Science; and 136-055 Approaches to the History of Science.
Dr Helen Verran
This particular Honours program may be undertaken on either a full-time or part-time basis, and a mid-year intake is offered. The program can be undertaken either between February and November or July and June. Students are advised to commence their supervised Research Projects during the non-instruction periods.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% for both the Research Project subject and the Advanced Coursework subject.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and an Advanced Coursework subject. These subjects with their relative weightings are as follows:
136-070 HPS Research Project (Science) = 50%
136-071 HPS Advanced Coursework (Science) = 50%
The Advanced coursework subject requires completion of four semester length Honours level seminars, chosen from the Department's Honours/Postgraduate subject offerings.
The Research Project subject requires completion of an approximately 15,000 word Honours thesis on an approved topic, carried out under the supervision of a member of the Department.
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact:
Dr Helen Verran [PH: (03) 9344 0229].
The Honours program in the Department of Information Systems is designed to:
broaden students' knowledge of a range of more advanced topics in Information Systems;
provide a general introduction to the process and practice of research in Information Systems;
enable the acquisition of research skills and current knowledge in specific areas of Information Systems;
encourage students to think critically and independently;
improve oral and written communication skills and other professional competencies;
provide a finishing year which is attractive to employers as it gives an indication of both the calibre of the students (only high achieving students undertake Honours), and a deeper knowledge of Information Systems.
Admission is normally available to students who have undertaken a degree in Information Systems, or a related field, with a 65% average in at least 62.5 points (or five subjects) of 300-level Information Systems or an equivalent level of studies.
These requirements may be waived, on a case by case basis, by the Faculty after considering a rationale presented by the Head of Department.
For University of Melbourne graduates, the standard path to the Bachelor of Information Systems (Honours) program is via either the Bachelor of Information Systems degree or a combined courses.
Associate Professor Graeme Shanks
This particular Honours program can be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis. The program commences in February and finishes in November. A mid-year intake may be available to part-time students.
Students need to obtain a minimum of 65% for the subject 615-496 Information Systems Research and each of the four Advanced Coursework subjects. See the hurdle assessment requirements listed for 615-496 Information Systems Research Project below.
The Bachelor of Information Systems (Honours) program entails the completion of:
615-496 Information Systems Research Project which is worth 50% of the course;
four advanced coursework subjects, each worth 12.5% of the total course.
The marks achieved for 615-496 Information Systems Research Project subject and each of the advanced coursework subject will be recorded on the student's academic transcript. Students will also receive an overall mark for the course.
This subject requires weekly meetings with a supervisor and the completion of a research project. The research project usually involves an empirical study.
The hurdle assessment requirements for 615-496 Information Systems Research Project are:
Oral presentation providing a summary of their research findings;
Attendance at Departmental research seminars.
The assessed item for 615-496 Information Systems Reserach Project is a written research report, of up to 12,000 words, submitted at the end of the subject.
As mentioned above, students complete four Advanced Coursework subjects. Students will need to devote about 7 hours per week for each subject to complete the required reading plus three hours class-time per week. Students will also need to allow additional time for the reading required for 615-496 Information Systems Research Project.
Two of the four advanced coursework subjects are compulsory. The compulsory subjects are titled 615-610 Research Methods in Information Systems and 615-611 Themes in Information Systems Research. As the titles imply, these subjects increase students' understanding of the current Information Systems literature and effective Information Systems research methodologies.
The remaining two advanced coursework subjects are chosen from a range of advanced coursework subjects. Information about these subjects is available on the web (http://www.dis.unimelb.edu.au) or from the Department of Information Systems Office.
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact:
Associate Professor Graeme Shanks [PH: (03) 9344 9260];
Department of Information Systems Office [PH: (03) 9344 9236].
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics offers the following Honours programs:
Mathematics and Statistics;
Applied Statistics;
Combined Mathematics and Statistics/Computer Science;
Combined Mathematics and Statistics/Physics.
Information about these programs is provided below.
After completing Honours, graduates wishing to pursue a non-academic career will have the advantage of the experience of project work and directed research not usually provided by a pass degree. Students interested in further academic work will be well placed for entry into postgraduate programs at The University of Melbourne or other world class institutions.
The Honours program in Mathematics and Statistics is designed to train graduates in advanced mathematics and statistics topics and to provide an opportunity for students to participate in research. The program involves completion of an Advanced Coursework subject and a Research Project subject.
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, students interested in entering the Mathematics and Statistics Honours program need to have attained an H3 or better in at least four 300-level Mathematics/Statistics subjects. Students who do not meet these requirements, but who have achieved very good results in other areas, may be considered for entry to Honours on the recommendation of the Head of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.
Prospective Honours students should consult the following table for guidelines to selecting their 300-level Mathematics/Statistics subjects. If only four 300-level Mathematics/Statistics subjects are taken, the subject 620-351 Number Theory should not be included and at most one of 620-352 Graph Theory and 620-381 Computational Mathematics should be included. The number of options available at the 400-level is restricted when only four 300-level Mathematics/Statistics subjects have been taken.
To retain the widest possible choice of Honours options, students are recommended to include the following subjects in second year: 620-221 Real & Complex Analysis or 620-252 Analysis, 620-231 Vector Analysis, and at least two of 620-201 Probability, 620-202 Statistics, 620-222 Linear & Abstract Algebra, 620-232 Mathematical Methods, 620-261 Introduction to Operations Research.
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* Prerequisites for specialisation.
For 1997 Handbook prerequisites see the coordinators.
Dr J R J Groves
Dr K Sharpe
This particular Honours program can be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis, and a mid-year intake is offered. The program can be undertaken either between February and November or July and June.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% for both the Research Project subject and the Advanced Coursework subject.
Honours students should consider themselves a part of the research strength of the Department and view departmental seminars as a method of broadening their knowledge. It is therefore expected that students will attend all research seminars in the broad area of their chosen field. Students are also expected to give an oral presentation about their Research Project.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and an Advanced Coursework subject. These subjects with their relative weightings are as follows:
620-496 Research Project subject = 25%
620-497 Advanced Coursework subject = 75%
All Mathematics and Statistics Honours students must complete six of the subjects listed in the Mathematics and Statistics Honours Guide. The Honours Guide is updated every year and is available from the Department of Mathematics and Statistics Office.
Each subject is one semester in length and comprises twenty-four lectures (usually two per week), some or all of which may be replaced by seminars, guided reading or project work. Full-time students usually undertake four subjects in the first semester and two subjects in the second semester.
Eight streams are offered: Algebra, Analysis, Applied Statistics, Geometry and Topology, Methods and Modelling, Mathematical Physics, Operations Research, Probability and Stochastic Processes. Each stream offers three subjects, two of which will usually be available in Semester 1 and one in Semester 2. Students usually take at least two subjects from two different streams, one of which will normally be in the same stream as that of the research project.
For all subjects, up to forty pages of written assignments and up to three hours of written and/or oral examinations are required. Any student may, with permission, study and be assessed in more than six subjects. In determining the final grade, only the best six subjects will be considered.
A list of the research interests of the Department is outlined in the departmental research report available from the Mathematics and Statistics Office. Intending Honours students should approach individual staff members to discuss possible research projects. Any difficulties in reaching decisions about research topics should be discussed with the Honours coordinator. Preliminary reading should commence in the first month of the program, with the bulk of the project being completed in the second half of the program.
Assessment of the Research Project will consider: clarity and exposition; mathematical insight; coverage of field and references. Honours students will be required to give two seminars before their results are finalised.
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact the Honours Coordinators [PH: (03) 9344 5552].
The Honours program in Applied Statistics is designed to train graduates in applications of statistical methods, with supporting studies in theoretical statistics and stochastic processes. The program also aims to:
encourage the development of the abilities to think critically and independently;
provide an introduction to the process and practice of statistical research;
improve oral and written communication skills.
The Applied Statistics Honours program is more accessible than the Honours program in Mathematics and Statistics to students who have a restricted mathematics background, but have some experience at 200-level or 300-level in Economics and Commerce, the biological sciences, or social sciences.
The program involves completion of an Advanced Coursework subject and a Research Project subject.
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, entry usually requires an H3 or better in at least four third year subjects offered by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. These subjects must include 620-371 Linear Models and 620-372 Inference and Applied Statistics.
Students who do not meet the requirements, but who have achieved very good results in other areas, may be considered for entry on the recommendation of the Coordinator and the Head of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.
Dr K. Sharpe
This particular Honours program can be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis, and a mid-year intake is offered. The program can be undertaken either between February and November or July and June.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% for both the Research Project subject and the Advanced Coursework subject.
Honours students should consider themselves a part of the research strength of the Department and view departmental seminars as a method of broadening their knowledge. They are therefore expected to attend all research seminars in the broad area of their chosen field. They are also expected to give an oral presentation about their Research Project.
The Research Project subject consists of a research project under the supervision of a staff member in an area of statistics approved by the subject coordinator. Students are expected to submit a detailed outline of their Research Project by the end of their first semester of Honours level study.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and an Advanced Coursework subject. These subjects with their relative weightings are as follows:
620-494 Research Project subject = 25%
620-495 Advanced Coursework subject = 75%
Students select seven of the subjects offered through the Key Centre for Statistical Sciences (KCSS) at La Trobe University, Monash University, RMIT and The University of Melbourne. Each subject comprises a total of twenty-four hours of lectures, presented in one two-hour session per week, during either first or second semester. The subjects are detailed in the KCSS booklet available from the Department of Mathematics and Statistics Office.
Subject selection requires departmental approval. In some cases, approval may be given to substitute subjects of comparable standard from other areas such as Mathematics and Statistics, Economics and Computer Science.
The assessment of the Advanced Coursework subject entails assignments (up to 50 pages) and a 2 two-hour written exam for each of the seven KCSS subjects. Examinations are held at the end of each semester. All KCSS subjects are of equal weight.
This subject comprises a Research Project completed under the supervision of a staff member in an area of statistics approved by the subject coordinator.
The assessment comprises:
The submission of a written report at the end of the program. The report is up to 15,000 words and accounts for 90% of the mark for the Research Project subject.
A 30 minute talk, including a 5 minute discussion, towards the end of the program. This accounts for 10% of the mark for the Research Project subject.
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact the Honours Coordinator [PH: (03) 9344 5552].
This Honours program is available only in consultation with the Honours Coordinators of both Mathematics/Statistics and Physics. It is designed to train graduates in advanced Mathematics/Statistics and Physics topics, and to provide an opportunity for students to participate in research.
The program involves completion of an Advanced Coursework subject and a Research Project subject.
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, students should plan a course of study that is approved by both the Mathematics/Statistics and Physics Honours coordinators. An H3 average will be required in the subjects that are prerequisites for the Honours level subjects the student plans to study.
Dr J R J Groves (Mathematics and Statistics)
Dr L Hollenberg (Physics)
This particular Honours program can be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis, and a mid-year intake is offered. The program can be undertaken either between February and November or July and June.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% for both the Research Project subject and the Advanced Coursework subject.
Honours students should consider themselves a part of the research strength of the departments and view departmental seminars as a method of broadening their knowledge. They are therefore expected to attend all research seminars in the broad area of their chosen field. They are also expected to give an oral presentation about their Research Project.
Students are expected to submit a detailed outline of their Research Project by the end of their first semester of Honours study.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and an Advanced Coursework subject. These subjects with their relative weightings are as follows:
620-476 Research Project subject = 25%
620-477 Advanced Coursework subject = 75%
Students should establish with the Honours Coordinators the relative weighting of each piece of Mathematics and Statistics or Physics work that is required for this subject.
The project is marked by two examiners appointed by the coordinators, taking into account clarity and exposition, insight demonstrated, coverage of the field and references.
If you require further information about this Honours program please contact the Honours Coordinators [PH: (03) 9344 5552].
This Honours program is available only in consultation with the Honours Coordinators of both Mathematics/Statistics and Computer Science. It is designed to train graduates in advanced Mathematics/Statistics and Computer Science topics, and to provide an opportunity for students to participate in research.
The program involves completion of an Advanced Coursework subject and a Research Project subject.
In addition to satisfying the Faculty of Science entry requirements, students should plan a course of study that is approved by both the Mathematics/Statistics and Computer Science Honours coordinators and have completed the prerequisite subjects with at least an H3 average.
Dr J R J Groves (Mathematics and Statistics)
Dr. P Stuckey (Computer Science)
This particular Honours program can be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis, and a mid-year intake is offered. The program runs either from February to November or July to June.
Students enrolled in Honours need to obtain a minimum of 65% for both the Research Project subject and the Advanced Coursework subject.
Honours students should consider themselves a part of the research strength of the departments and view departmental seminars as a method of broadening their knowledge. They are therefore expected to attend all research seminars in the broad area of their chosen field. They are also expected to give an oral presentation about their Research Project.
Honours comprises a Research Project subject and an Advanced Coursework subject. These