Bachelor Of Philosophy (Honours) - Science

The Australian National University

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Bachelors Degrees

Qualification

4 Years

Course duration

6/30/2025

Start Date

US$35172

Fee

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Study options
Scholarships

There’s no other degree like it in Australia. You’ll get to explore your interests by undertaking research as an undergraduate student, get one-on-one mentoring by leading academics… all while enjoying the camaraderie of a group of like-minded students.The research you’ll do throughout your degree is excellent preparation for your fourth, or Honours year of your PhB. You will undertake a year-long research project under the guidance of an academic supervisor. This is where you can really indulge your passion and explore a topic in detail.The four year PhB program is designed with flexibility in mind - each PhB program is as individual as you are. Each year, you will work with your mentor to tailor a program you will find stimulating and challenging. This includes the option to explore disciplines outside of science.Career OptionsGraduates from ANU have been rated as Australia's most employable graduates and among the most sought after by employers worldwide.The latest Global Employability University Ranking, published by the Times Higher Education, rated ANU as Australia's top university for getting a job for the fourth year in a row.Employment OpportunitiesMany of our graduates have used the PhB program as a pathway to completing PhDs in some of the best universities around the world, such as Cambridge, Oxford, Yale, UC Berkley and, of course, ANU. The PhB can also provide a pathway to the Doctor of Medicine and Surgery (MChD) without having to sit the GAMSAT. Each year, 10 places are reserved in our medicine program for students who successfully graduate from the PhB program and undertake a successful interview.Learning OutcomesDevelop, apply, integrate and generate knowledge in educational and professional contexts:Develop and use a range of skills and methods to identify, analyze and respond to complex problems and issues;Identify and apply various research concepts, methodologies and methodsWork and learn in both independent and collaborative ways with others to encompass diverse abilities and perspectives;Negotiate research projects considering their academic relevance, possible academic contributions, and ethical implications;Source and critically analyze research literature related to their topics of interest and research;Appraise concepts and arguments related to their topics of interest and research;Convey and relate professional and disciplinary information and ideas to diverse audiences in effective and appropriate ways;Develop high level project management skills as support for independent study; andExercise personal, professional and social responsibility as a global citizen.

For international students

Applicants who complete a recognised secondary/senior secondary/post-secondary/tertiary sequence of study will be assessed on the basis of an equivalent selection rank that is calculated upon application. Admission to the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) programs is based on meeting the minimum selection rank requirement, submission of the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) supplementary form in support of your application. English Language Requirements IELTS Academic and IELTS UKVI Academic [excluding One Skill Retake and IELTS Online] - Overall score of 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in each band. TOEFL iBT [excluding Home Edition] - Overall score of 80 (Reading - 20; Writing - 20; Listening - 18; Speaking - 18). Cambridge C1 Advanced - Overall score of 176 minimum 169 in each band. PTE Academic and PTE Academic UKVI [excluding PTE Academic Online] - Overall score of 64 minimum 55 in each band.

4 Years - Full time

Fee

A$53,370.00 (US$ 35,172) per yearPlease check with institution

Start Date

6/30/2025

Address

Acton Campus, The Australian National University, CANBERRA, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, 2601, CANBERRA, Australia

RSAA Science PhB Advanced Studies Course Award

Value of scholarship

Value AUD $3,000 per annum

How to applay

Applications are accepted for Semester 1 and Semester 2. Application deadline is the Monday of the third week of semester for the respective semester.

Requierments

The award is available each year to a current ANU student who: (a) is a domestic or international student; (b) is enrolled in an Advanced Studies Course (SCNC2101, SCNC2102, SCNC2103, SCNC2104, SCNC3101, SCNC3102) as part of their Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) - Science degree program in the semester for which they have applied for the award; and (c) intending to undertake a research project within the Advanced Studies Course: In astronomy/astrophysics or astronomical instrumentation under the supervision of an academic in the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics (RSAA) (including the Advanced Instrumentation and Technology Centre (AITC)); which has been approved as a suitable student research project by the RSAA/AITC research project supervisor, and the RSAA PhB Astrophysics Discipline Coordinator (RSAA PhB Convenor), and the College of Science PhB Convenor. Each award is worth AUS $3,000. The award will be paid as a one-off payment after the census date for the Advanced Studies (SCNC) course within which the research project is undertaken.

Who can applay

All international

Director’s Scholarships for Academic Excellence

Value of scholarship

AUD $7,500 per annum

Requierments

Director's Scholarship for Academic Excellence is offered by ANU College of Science to the very best international students from the ANU - SDU Joint Science College (JSC) at Shandong University, Weihai, China. The scholarship rewards high quality, top-performing students from JSC who come to study at ANU. The Award is available to a prospective ANU student who: is an International student; and is currently enrolled in the ANU-SDU Joint Science College at Shandong University, Weihai; and receives an offer of admission to a vertical double degree combination of undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs offered by the ANU College of Science; and has not received the Award previously. The scholarship offers an award of AUD $15,000 over two years. The award is paid in equal instalments after census date of the first and third semester after commencement at ANU.

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Ranked as Australia’s number one university, and number 20 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2017-18), the Australian National University (ANU) is recognised worldwide for its high teaching standards and outstanding research quality.
With small class sizes and a high staff-to-student ratio, ANU students enjoy unparalleled access to their tutors and lecturers, who are world leaders in their fields. Students can choose from a wide variety of degree options; all designed so they can tailor their studies to suit their strengths, passions, and career options.
Coming in at number one in Australia and at 21 worldwide for graduate employability (Global University Employability Ranking 2017), ANU students stand out to employers. And it is no surprise that ANU ranks so highly; the University takes great pride in making sure its students are job-ready when they graduate, and encourages them to make the most of its industry contacts by getting involved with work experience and internship opportunities.
A member of the prestigious International Alliance of Research Universities, ANU stands alongside institutions like Oxford, Cambridge and Yale. A huge 95 per cent of research that takes place at ANU is recognised as above or well above world standard, positioning the University to take on the challenges facing the world today and into the future, with the aim to change society for the better.
Famed for its inclusive campus, ANU (CRICOS Provider Number 00120C) is number one in Australia and number seven in the world for its international outlook, meaning that its 7,000+ overseas students feel welcome throughout their stay.

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