Courses Handbook 2006 - [Archived]

307651 v.1 Bachelor of Science (Accelerated Honours)


BSc(AccelHons)(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 054619G
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 3 Years

Introduction

This accelerated honours program provides the opportunity to experience research and research management at an early stage. The program has been designed to meet the specific needs of highly performing students in science by providing an enriched programwith the option of fast-tracking the four year Bachelor of Sciences (Honours) into a full-time three year course. It encompasses the fundamental theory and practical components required for prospective students intending to become professional scientistsand technologists in their chosen field. It also has the flexibility to allow the choice of a major in Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Biology or Mathematical Sciences.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

TEE Applicable Mathematics and at least two out of TEE Calculus, Physics, Chemistry or Biology, with a minimum TER of 98.0 or equivalent standing. It is also possible to enter the program at the end of a First Year science course if the student's CourseWeighted Average is greater than 80 per cent.

Specific Requirements

The STAT is not accepted for entry to this course.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

The Accelerated Science Program is a three year full-time course only. Part-time study is not available. It is an intensive course, with research projects undertaken over the summer periods with special unit overload in some semesters. Two intakes are offered each year in March and August. Prospective students should note that places may not always be available for the August intake.

Course Organisation

The Honours program is embedded within the course.

Professional Recognition

Depending upon the major area of study chosen, graduates may be eligible to join their relevant professional bodies such as the Australian Institute of Biology, Royal Australian Chemical Institute, Australian Mathematics Society or Australian Institute of Physics.

Career Opportunities

Students who graduate from this Accelerated Honours Science Program will be employed in a wide range of commercial, industrial, research or government organisations. The motivation, dedication and commitment required to complete such an intensive degree will stand the graduates in excellent stead with future employers. For specific field related career opportunities, students should refer to the section containing information about the preferred major. Graduates can expect a high level of international professional mobility.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Special Note

For details on the honours classes refer to the General Section of the Handbook.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Semester 1
307590 v.1   Data Evaluation and Experimental Design 101 3.0 12.5
7062 v.6   Mathematics 101 5.0 25.0
  OR  
10926 v.5   Mathematics 103 5.0 25.0
  OR  
305639 v.1   Mathematics 135 4.0 25.0
  SELECT 1 OPTION   12.5
  50.0

Year 1 Full Year
307588 v.1   Science Foundation Studies Stream   50.0
  50.0

Year 1 Semester 2
307574 v.3   Contemporary Science 101 4.0 25.0
  25.0

Majors, Streams or Other Core Components
307694 v.1   Chemistry Accelerated Honours Major   675.0
  OR  
307695 v.1   Environmental Biology Accelerated Honours Major   675.0
  OR  
307696 v.1   Mathematical Sciences Accelerated Honours Major   675.0
  OR  
307697 v.1   Physics Accelerated Honours Major   675.0
  675.0
* Optional unit selected in consultation with the course coordinator
 

Availability

Year Location   All* Internal Partially Online Internal^ External Fully Online#
2006 Bentley Campus Semester 1   Y      
2006 Bentley Campus Semester 2   Y      

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.



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